Our Free Tenant Empowerment Certificate Course is a 6-week course. It will give you knowledge and tools to find and keep housing that works for you. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate recognized by local housing providers.

Please note, you need to show up in person to take this course.

Time Commitment
Six sessions, 12 hours (2.5 hours per week, including a half-hour break).

Topics covered
  • Your rights and responsibilities as a tenant
  • The responsibilities of your landlord
  • Learn how to communicate effectively with your landlord
  • How to make the most of your money and find savings
  • How to create a safe home
  • How to navigate the application process
Course Schedule

Each session will be held on a Thursday.

Course Dates: September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26 and November 2
Time: 1-4pm 
Location: Edmonton Public Library, Abbottsfield Branch, 160 - 3210 118 Avenue

*Note: The Basic Course is not a requirement for this course.




This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy ACT (the FOIP) and/or in accordance with any applicable agreements in place. All personal information collected during the application process, and for participation in any programs will be used to provide services and ensure a safe and secure environment for all our clients. It will be treated in accordance with the privacy provision of Part 2 of the FOIP. If you have any questions, please contact Caitlin Beaton at caitlin.beaton@edmonton.ca

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