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Guides for Ontario Landlords

Practical, plain-language guides to help you navigate Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act and LTB procedures.

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2026 Rent Increase Guideline (2.1%)

The official Ontario rent increase guideline for 2026 is 2.1%. Covers N1 notice requirements, timing rules, exemptions, and common mistakes.

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Bill 60: What Changed for Ontario Landlords

Complete breakdown of Bill 60 reforms: 7-day N4 timeline, 50% arrears rule, evidence disclosure, and N12 compensation changes.

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LTB Forms & Notices

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N1 Form: Rent Increase Notice

How to fill out the N1 Notice of Rent Increase form. Step-by-step guide with 90-day requirements and 2026 guideline.

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How to Issue an N4 in Ontario

Complete guide to N4 notices for non-payment. Updated for Bill 60 with new 7-day timeline.

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N12 Personal Use Eviction

Guide to evicting for landlord own use. Bill 60 removed compensation requirement but penalties remain.

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LTB Process & Hearings

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L4 Eviction Application Guide

How to file an L4 application with the LTB after your N4 notice expires. Evidence requirements and process.

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L5 Above Guideline Increase (New 2025)

File an AGI application with the LTB. Updated for November 2025 with new RUI form and email filing option.

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LTB Portal Guide

How to navigate the Tribunals Ontario portal. File applications online, upload evidence, and manage cases.

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Ontario Landlord Evidence Guide

What evidence you need for LTB hearings, how to organize it, and Bill 60 disclosure requirements.

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How to Win an LTB Arrears Hearing

Strategies for presenting your arrears case at the LTB, from preparation to presentation.

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General Guides

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Ontario Rent Increase Guide

Everything about legal rent increases in Ontario: annual guideline, N1 notices, timing requirements.

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2027 Rent Increase Guideline

What to expect for the 2027 Ontario rent increase guideline. Expected announcement date and how it is calculated.

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