Q & A

Commonly asked questions when renting in Halifax

"Where is the best area to live in Halifax?"

"What information do you need to fill out a lease?"

Halifax is divided into the North End, South End, and West End. The post-secondary institutions are mostly located in Halifax.

When you're looking for a place to live, other than finding a place close to your university, consider the following: transportation, walk-in clinics, grocery stores, etc. If you have children, consider the location of daycares and schools.

Required information when signing a lease:

First and last names of all of the tenants on the lease
Names of other people/children who will be living there (occupants)
Phone number (home & business/other)
Emergency contact information (name, phone number, address, postal code)
Payment method (post-dated cheques or direct withdrawals)

Nova Scotia Standard Lease:

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"What information can your landlord ask for?"

Your landlord may ask you for...

Government ID
Where you live and work
Employer contact info
Bank statement
References (past rental, employer)
Annual income
Social insurance number
Proof of tenant insurance

"Where can you get your health card?"

"What service does Access Nova Scotia provide?"

You can get your health card at MSI (Nova Scotia Medical Services Insurance).

Get more info at: Nova Scotia Health Card (MSI) | novascotia.ca

Access Nova Scotia provides services such as government IDs, license renewals, vehicle permits, etc.

Get more info at: Access Nova Scotia: online services - Government of Nova Scotia, Canada

"Where can you get your Social Insurance Number(SIN)?"

You can get your Social Insurance Number(SIN) at Service Canada.

Get more info at: Service Canada - Canada.ca