Your Alberta move-in checklist
The things to set up before the commencement date. Useful whether you're the landlord or the tenant.
For the tenant
Tenant (renter) insurance
Many Alberta leases require the tenant to carry liability insurance (often $1M). Compare renter insurance policies before move-in.
Compare renter insurance →Set up utilities (electricity & gas)
Alberta has a deregulated energy market — you choose your provider. Set up power and gas before the commencement date so there's no gap.
Compare energy providers →Internet & home services
Arrange internet installation early — appointment slots fill up around month-end move dates.
Set up internet →For the landlord
Landlord / rental property insurance
Standard home insurance often does not cover a rented suite. Make sure your policy reflects that you are renting out the property.
Review landlord insurance →Set up utilities (electricity & gas)
Alberta has a deregulated energy market — you choose your provider. Set up power and gas before the commencement date so there's no gap.
Compare energy providers →Internet & home services
Arrange internet installation early — appointment slots fill up around month-end move dates.
Set up internet →Tenant screening & credit check
Before you hand over keys, run a credit and background check on your applicant. Get the applicant’s written consent first.
Screen a tenant →Links marked Partner are partner links that may earn AlbertaLease a referral fee at no extra cost to you. We only list services we believe are genuinely useful for an Alberta move-in. This is not financial or insurance advice.