The maximum fine of $25,000 is actually among the highest in all of the country. To my knowledge, there are only two provinces or territories that have significantly higher fines, and a third, namely Quebec, that has a fine set at $29,000. We are in line with what is happening in other jurisdictions.
Caroline Wawzonek on Question 35-19(2): Enforcement of Residential Tenancies Legislation
In the Legislative Assembly on February 10th, 2020. See this statement in context.
Question 35-19(2): Enforcement of Residential Tenancies Legislation
Oral Questions
February 10th, 2020
Page 65
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