The City of Calgary has launched a short-term rentals study as temporary lodgings face more regulation and scrutiny across Canada.

The city announced Tuesday that it is partnering with the University of Calgary on the research project. Ulrik Seward, the city’s business and building safety manager, said the study aims is to uncover issues and opportunities surrounding STRs and ultimately to help officials develop an “evidence-based policy framework” adaptable to market conditions.

Until year-end 2023, Calgarians will be encouraged to complete an online survey about STRs, while the U of C will engage with several interested groups, including STR operators. A final report and recommendations will be presented to city council in 2024.

The Calgary study comes as Edmonton councillor Michael Janz wants the Alberta capital to introduce tougher STR rules.

Surrey, B.C. Mayor Brenda Locke wants the Vancouver suburb to curb STRs in conjunction with the B.C. government’s new legislation covering them. Meanwhile, federal Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has applauded the B.C. government crackdown.

Freeland says Ottawa is examining how it can convert STRs into more long-term rental housing units.

Nathan Rotman, Airbnb’s Canadian leader, called for STRs to be regulated locally in a recent interview with Connect.