An Airbnb in Montreal s Verdun borough was the source of much frustration from neighbours who say there were constant parties at the location. It has been taken down from the app, but housing advocates remain upset about short-term rentals.
Anne Marie Jobin of the Montreal area has lived a difficult life, and is having trouble meeting her own basic needs as her health declines. She hasn't been able to find help.
Tenants' rights groups gathered the day before public hearings on Quebec's new housing bill were set to get underway to demand changes to the new legislation.
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