Edmonton, Alberta

Alberta has no provincial short term rental statute; rules are set municipality by municipality.

• •There is no province-wide licensing scheme or principal-residence requirement; each municipality sets its own bylaws, and almost all require a business licence.
• •The province applies a tourism levy to short stays, 6 percent effective April 1, 2026 (previously 4 percent), which platforms and operators must register to collect and remit.
• •Provincial safety codes apply: smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and safe egress, usually checked during municipal licensing.

Sources: Government of Alberta: tourism levy

This is the Alberta framework, not Edmonton specific bylaws, which can add licensing and zoning requirements on top. A verified Edmonton summary is in progress. This is not legal advice; confirm with the municipality before you transact.