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All our articles on shared housing: finding a roommate, managing daily life, signing a lease, and making your cohabitation a success with Roomlala.

8 article(s) Updated on 09/29/2026

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Illustration: Bill 31 in Quebec in 2026: Impacts on lease transfers and alternative solutions...

Bill 31 in Quebec in 2026: Impacts on lease transfers and alternative solutions

By Claire Morel 09/29/2026

In recent years, the Quebec real estate market has been going through a period of intense transformation. In this year 2026, access to housing remains a key concern, particularly with the full implementation of recent legislative reforms. Among them, Bill 31 Quebec 2026 has deeply redrawn the rules of the game between tenants and landlords, putting an end to certain historical practices that allowed affordable rents to be maintained from one occupant to another. At Roomlala, we know how much the...
Illustration: Bill 31 in Quebec in 2026: What changes for subletting and shared housing...

Bill 31 in Quebec in 2026: What is changing for subletting and shared housing

By Claire Morel 09/03/2026

Finding an affordable apartment in Quebec has always been a significant challenge for students, young professionals, and newcomers. However, with the application of new rules governing the real estate market, the situation has taken an unexpected turn. At Roomlala, we know how stressful looking for a place to live can be. That is why we want to break down Bill 31 Quebec for you, which was passed on February 21, 2024, and whose effects are being fully felt in 2026. This legislation has fundamenta...
Illustration: Student start of the year in Halifax 2026: Homestay, an alternative ...

2026 Student Back-to-School in Halifax: Homestay as a key alternative in the face of shortages

By Marc Dumont 08/10/2026

The start of September is fast approaching, and with it comes a major challenge for thousands of young people: finding student housing in Halifax for 2026. Every year, the capital of Nova Scotia attracts a wealth of talent from all over Canada and the world. Yet, behind this academic enthusiasm lies an increasingly complex real estate reality. Faced with steadily rising rents and a critical lack of campus infrastructure, finding a place to live is often an uphill battle. At Roomlala, we are watc...
Illustration: Lease transfers in Quebec in 2026: What Bill 31 changes for shared housing...

Lease transfers in Quebec in 2026: What Bill 31 changes for shared housing tenants

By Claire Morel 07/02/2026

Finding housing in Quebec has always been an adventure, but lately, the rules of the game have changed significantly. If you are looking to assign your room or move into a shared apartment, you have likely heard of the famous Quebec Law 31. Adopted and brought into force on February 21, 2024, this legislation has disrupted tenants' habits, and its effects are fully felt in this year of 2026. At Roomlala, we know how essential flexibility is to you. That is why we decided to deeply decipher these...
Illustration: Shared housing in Ontario: How the exemption from the Residential Tenancies Act...

Shared housing in Ontario: How the residential tenancy law exemption encourages hosts in 2026

By Rédaction Roomlala 06/21/2026

In 2026, the real estate market in Ontario continues to present major challenges, both for individuals looking for affordable housing and for hosts dealing with the rising cost of living and interest rates. Faced with this situation, many Ontario hosts with spare rooms are still hesitant to take the leap into renting. The main cause of this reluctance? The fear of strict regulations and potentially lengthy procedures imposed by the province. Yet, a little-known legal provision is changing the la...
Illustration: The 2026 student visa cap in Canada: What is the impact on the housing market?

Canada's 2026 student visa cap: What is the impact on the shared housing market?

By Rédaction Roomlala 06/08/2026

The student housing market in Canada is going through a period of historic change in the spring of 2026. Faced with the housing crisis that has rocked the country in recent years, the federal government has implemented drastic measures to regulate the influx of international students. But in concrete terms, how are these restrictions reshaping the landscape of room rentals and homestays?At Roomlala, we are closely observing these developments to best support you, whether you are looking for the ...
Illustration: Multicultural Coliving in 2026: The boom of international shared apartments...

Multicultural Flatsharing in 2026: The Boom of International Shared Apartments

By Rédaction Roomlala 04/23/2026

In 2026, with an increasingly tight housing market and a growing search for meaning, traditional roommating is evolving. Gone are the days of simply splitting bills! The big trend of the year is multicultural roommating. At Roomlala, we're seeing a real boom in these international shared apartments where foreign students, young expat professionals, and curious locals come together. But how can you transform this Tower of Babel into a true haven of peace and personal enrichment? Whether you're a ...
Illustration: Silver Coliving: Why flat-sharing is now appealing to those over 60...

Silver Coliving: Why flatsharing is now attracting those over 60

By Rédaction Roomlala 03/10/2026

The cliché of the student-only flatshare is over!Ten years ago, imagining your grandparents in a flatshare would have raised a smile. Today, in 2026, it is a tangible reality and a fundamental trend reshaping the real estate market in France. Faced with persistent inflation and the need to break social isolation, "Silver Coliving" is emerging as a solution for the future for those over 60. At Roomlala, we are seeing a constant increase in senior registrations, both as hosts and as tenants. But w...
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