Renters in the Halifax area hold a rally to draw attention to pest problems and housing disrepair affecting their living conditions. Multiple reports say tenants are dealing with infestations that include cockroaches and mice, along with other issues tied to maintenance and the overall state of rental units. The concerns are raised by a housing advocacy organization, ACORN, which states that many tenants are experiencing similar problems across the region. The rally is presented as a response to ongoing complaints about cleanliness, pest control and repairs, with tenants seeking action from landlords and housing authorities. While the reporting focuses on the conditions tenants describe—such as insects, rodents and disrepair—details about specific buildings, enforcement actions, or timelines are not included in the brief descriptions provided. The coverage emphasizes that tenants’ accounts and ACORN’s claims are driving the public effort to increase oversight and compel improvements in maintenance and pest management.