Advocates for renters in British Columbia say it’s time to consider setting a maximum temperature for rental housing to protect vulnerable tenants from dangerous heat.
The call comes as a heat wave blankets much of the province, raising memories of the deadly 2021 heat dome event.
Environment Canada has issued heat warnings and special weather statements for much of southern B.C. this week, saying temperatures are expected to hit highs of up to 34 C in the southwest and up to 39 C further east.
Elevated overnight temperatures will offer little relief from the heat, the weather agency added.
With provincial officials warning again
