Vancouver tenants living with no electricity, refuse to leave [Video]

Tenants living in a building on Joyce Street in Vancouver are in a battle with their landlord after living without power for more than a month.

On Aug. 15, a fire broke out in the back of the building. While the damage appeared to be minimal, the property manager informed tenants that the building’s electrical supply required major upgrades for power to be turned back on.

BC Hydro confirmed to CTV News that power was shut down due to an electrical issue and that professional work was required.

Tenants were also informed that they needed to move out immediately and that their rent for the remainder of the month would be credited.

“It does feel like we’re being pushed out,” said Jenina Solis, a mother of two who also rents commercial space in the building for her business. “The only solution that they have brought up to this point is …