CITQ Registration: What Changed in Quebec for 2026
If you registered your property with CITQ before this year, do not assume the renewal works the same way it did the last time. Quebec tightened several rules in 2026, and some of them apply the first time your certificate comes up for renewal. Here is what actually changed and what it means depending on which type of establishment you registered.
Two proofs of principal residence, starting September 1, 2026
If your property is registered as a principal residence establishment (meaning you live there and rent it out occasionally), both new applications and renewals now require two separate proofs of residence instead of one. Acceptable documents include a municipal or school tax bill, a vehicle insurance attestation, a document from a government department, or a Canada Post change of address confirmation. This change specifically targets hosts who were registering an address they did not actually live in, so if you are renewing this fall, start gathering a second document now rather than waiting until the deadline.
This does not apply to general tourist accommodation establishments (the category most chalet and investment property owners in the Laurentides fall under), since that category was never based on principal residence in the first place.
Annual owner or condo association consent, also effective September 1, 2026
This one matters more broadly. Previously, condo owners filed consent from their association once, at initial registration. As of September 2026, that consent has to be renewed every single year alongside your CITQ registration. If your property is part of a condo association, this is a new recurring step, not a one-time box to check. Miss it, and your renewal can be held up even if nothing else about your situation has changed.
Registration numbers now required on social media, effective April 9, 2026
Until this year, the requirement to display your CITQ number applied to platform listings (Airbnb, VRBO, and similar). Since April 2026, that requirement extends to social media posts advertising the property as well. If you or anyone managing your property posts about the chalet on Instagram or Facebook, the registration number needs to be there too.
Fines for platforms increased to $100,000 per listing
Enforcement has moved up a level in 2026. Platforms that fail to verify a host's CITQ number now face fines up to $100,000 per non-compliant listing, not just the individual host. This has made platforms considerably stricter about cross-checking registration numbers, which is part of why owners are seeing more listings flagged or paused for verification this year.
What this means for your renewal
If you manage a principal residence rental, budget extra time this year to gather a second proof of residence before your renewal date. If your property is under a condo association, confirm with your syndicate now that they know consent needs to be renewed annually going forward, since this is easy to miss if nobody flags it. And regardless of category, check that your registration number appears everywhere your property is advertised, not just on the booking platform itself.
None of these changes affect whether you need to register in the first place. That requirement has not moved. What has changed is how much documentation renewal requires, and how closely it gets checked.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need two proofs of residence for a general tourist accommodation establishment?
No. The two-proof requirement applies specifically to principal residence establishments. General establishments, which cover most investment chalets and condos, are not affected by this change.
Does the condo consent renewal apply to my property if it is not a condo?
No. This applies specifically to properties governed by a condo association or syndicate. Standalone chalets without a condo declaration are not affected.
Where does my CITQ number need to appear now?
On every platform listing, and since April 2026, on any social media post advertising the property as well.
What happens if I renew without the updated documentation?
Your renewal can be delayed or rejected until the correct documentation is submitted. Given how central registration is to legally operating your listing, it is worth starting the process early.
Do these changes apply outside Quebec's tourism regions?
Yes. These are provincial regulatory changes, not municipal bylaws, so they apply across all of Quebec, including the Laurentides.
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This guide is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Quebec's short-term rental regulations are subject to change. Always verify current requirements directly with the CITQ, your municipality, and Revenu Québec before renewing or registering a rental property.
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Chez Nous Gestion et Hospitalité is a boutique property management company for short-term rentals across the Laurentides, including Mont-Tremblant and La Conception. Founded by an Airbnb Superhost since 2020 with 1,000+ guest reviews.
Not sure what your 2026 renewal actually requires? Our complete CITQ registration guide walks through the full process from scratch, if you want to start there.
