• As of June 2, STR platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo are now legally required to remove any listings in British Columbia that do not comply with the province’s new Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act (STRAA).
• Listings must display a valid provincial registration number or face removal. By June 23, platforms must also cancel any future bookings tied to non-compliant properties.
• The law restricts STRs mainly to primary residences in most urban areas, with a few exemptions for tourist-heavy destinations.
• Groups, including the B.C. Real Estate Association and municipal leaders have pushed for broader exemptions, arguing that sectors like healthcare, film, and construction rely on STRs to house temporary workers.
• However, Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon has rejected these requests, mentioning that limiting STRs is necessary to free up more homes for long-term residents.

Snigdha’s Views

• BC has been getting tougher on rental rules lately — from a certified class action against Airbnb to pushing a mandatory short-term rental registry and now delisting.
• Platforms are being forced to remove non-compliant listings, which will directly affect visibility and bookings for hosts who haven’t updated their registration. 
• For property managers, the most immediate risk is disruption: cancelled listings and cancelled reservations. 
• Managers should prepare to communicate clearly with affected guests, offering alternatives or refunds to protect reputation and avoid last-minute chaos.
• This is also a reminder that the window for passive compliance is closing. Registration, visible license numbers, and correct platform uploads are now non-negotiable