Ontario Rental Housing and Tribunal

Ontario Rental Housing and Tribunal

Landlord & Tenant Board Videos 

The Landlord and Tenant Board has created some videos which can help small scale landlords gain a better understanding of the process. To see the original videos go to the Landlord and Tenant Board website at Landlord and Tenant Board

Information on the Landlord and Tenant Board

The Ontario Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 covers most residential rental units including care homes, mobile homes, and boarding and houses. This law sets out the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants who rent residential properties. The Landlord and Tenant Board administers the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (the Act).

How to file an Application with the Landlord and Tenant Board

How to file an Application with the Landlord and Tenant Board

If you become a landlord in Ontario for the long-haul, or increase the number of units you own, you will eventually be faced with filing an application with the Board.

You must be very careful when filling out all Notice of Termination Forms and Applications. One mistake could lead you to have to start the process all over again…even if you are months into your case. An example, spelling the name of the Street or the Tenant's name incorrectly and yes, you could be back to square one serving notices with the corrections all over again.

Whether it’s an N4, N5, L1, L9, or something else with the Ontario Form, take care in making sure all the correct information from the very beginning before even serving the tenants notice and submitting to the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board.

How to Prepare for your Hearing at the Landlord and Tenant Board

Once you (or your tenant) has made an application, you will be scheduled to have a Hearing. This is the last stage of the process involving the Landlord and Tenant Board.

You should prepare very carefully. Create a timeline. Gather your evidence and document, document, document! Prepare to counter the other party’s accusations or excuses. Always be respectful and speak in a professional, calm manner. It may be challenging if your emotions are taking control, especially if accusations and untruths are being made. Don’t interrupt and fold your hands as you listen to the other party speak. You will be addressed to give your “counter”.

Using “Mediation” at the Landlord and Tenant Board

Prior to your Hearing, landlords and tenants have the option to attempt to mediate their differences. In mediation, a Board member helps the landlord and the tenant talk about their tenancy issues and perhaps resolve them.

Your Hearing at the Landlord and Tenant Board

On the day of your Hearing you have to sign in to make sure the Board is aware of your attendance. Tenants have the opportunity to receive free legal advice from Tenant Duty Counsel however be advised, Landlords, well, unless you've hired a Paralegal prior to your case, you do not have Duty Counsel.