A: Sun Peaks Resort (SPR) / Sun Peaks Grand (SPG) and Sun Peaks Businesses (SPB) does not have guidelines or requirements regarding the cost of rental and lease agreements for the Community Lodge program. The incentives provided are intended to be a generous motivation to rent to employees for a lower monthly rate than to the public. While we work hard to pay our employees well, first year front line employees often have a starting wage of $18.75/hour, and their hours are dependent on business levels. We recommend monthly rental rates be set per individual and within the range from $700 to $900 per month depending on the accommodation offered.

Each situation is unique and many factors such as a furnished rental or including utilities could raise or lower that price. It is particularly important that you collect a damage deposit before allowing any tenant to reserve the rental. Keep in mind most employees starting their winter season are without significant reserves of cash to spend on a deposit. You must balance the inherent risks of renting your property with determining an appropriate rental and deposit amount for onboarded employees.