More provinces should follow Quebec’s lead in crackdown on illegal Airbnbs, advocates say

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CMEDIA: Quebec’s lead in holding short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb accountable for uncertified listings should reportedly be followed by more provinces, say advocates.

Last Tuesday, the Quebec government tabled a bill requiring short-term rental companies to ensure their online listings are certified by the province.

If passed, each illegal rental listing for such companies would face fines of up to $100,000.

Quebec and some cities across Canada reportedly have previously only targeted hosts with unregistered listings.

It would be illegal for anyone, according to Quebec’s bill to advertise a short-term rental online without including the number and expiry date for their provincial certificate.

Thorben Wieditz of Fairbnb, a coalition of groups from the regulated hotel and B&B industry, reportedly said more provinces should follow Quebec’s lead.

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