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Rental Info.
Rental Information for Landlord & Tenant.
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Educational only. Not legal advice. I’m not a lawyer. Rules change verify with Tribunals Ontario/LTB or a lawyer/paralegal before acting.
What Is Rent Control (Toronto)?
Toronto rent control usually limits annual rent increases for units first occupied on or before Nov 15, 2018, based on the provincial guideline. Newer units may not have a cap, but landlords must still follow notice procedures.
Which Rentals Are Exempt from Rent Control?
Post‑November 15, 2018 Units
Any unit first occupied for residential use after November 15, 2018 is exempt under Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act. This includes:
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New condo units rented out for the first time.
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Purpose-built rental buildings completed after that date.
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Newly finished basement suites or secondary units occupied for the first time after 2018.
FORMS:
I am a Tenant, I want to terminate my lease
In Ontario, as a tenant, you usually end (“terminate”) your tenancy one of these ways:
(1) give proper notice [N9],
(2) sign a mutual agreement [N11], or
(3) use a special notice in specific situations [N15].
OPTION 1:
N9 - Tenant’s Notice to End the Tenancy (most common)
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Pick your termination date correctly:
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For most tenancies (monthly): at least 60 days after you give notice and the date must be the last day of a rental period (often end of month).
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If you’re in a fixed term (e.g., 1-year lease), the termination date cannot be earlier than the last day of the fixed term.
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Complete and sign Form N9, deliver it to the landlord, and keep proof of service.
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Pay rent up to the termination date and move out by that date.
OPTION 2:
N11 - Agreement to End the Tenancy (mutual agree w/Landlord)
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You and the landlord agree on a move-out date.
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Both sign Form N11.
***Important: the landlord cannot require you to sign an N11 as a condition of renting.
OPTION 3:
Special cases where tenants can end earlier
a) If you asked to assign your lease and the landlord refused (or didn’t respond)
You can sometimes use Form N9 with a shorter notice in this situation. The N9 instructions state you may terminate if the landlord refused permission to assign, with the termination date at least 30 days after giving notice (or 28 days for weekly/daily tenancies).
b) If you’re ending due to fear of sexual or domestic violence
Form to use: N15 – Tenant’s Notice to End my Tenancy Because of Fear of Sexual or Domestic Violence and Abuse (and the related tenant statement form).
WHAT IS SUBLETTING?
A sublet is when you (the tenant) temporarily move out and let someone else live in your unit for a set time, while you keep your tenancy and plan to move back. You remain responsible to the landlord for rent and damage. Ontario’s RTA says a tenant may sublet only with the landlord’s consent, and the landlord cannot arbitrarily refuse.
What can happen if you sublet without the landlord’s permission
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The landlord can apply to the LTB to evict
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Unauthorized subletting is treated as an “unauthorized occupant/subtenant” issue, and landlords can seek eviction through the Landlord and Tenant Board. The LTB has specific forms for this situation (typically the landlord uses an N5 or A2, depending on facts).
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You can still be on the hook for everything
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Even if someone else is living there, you still owe rent, and you can be responsible for any damage or other lease breaches caused by the person you moved in. (That’s the risk of subletting: you’re still the “tenant of record.”)
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Problems with your deposit / arrears / collections
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If the subtenant doesn’t pay you or causes issues, the landlord can still pursue you for rent owed and costs. The landlord doesn’t have a contract with your subtenant unless the landlord approved and the arrangement is proper.
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What you should do instead:
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Ask the landlord in writing for permission to sublet and provide the subtenant’s basic details.
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Get the landlord’s consent in writing (email is fine if both sides agree).
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Use a written sublet agreement with clear dates and responsibilities.
⚠️Quick warning⚠️
“Sublet” is different from an “assignment.” With an assignment, you transfer your tenancy to someone else and you don’t move back.
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DISCLAIMER:
1) Not legal advice / not a lawyer
Disclaimer: This guide is for general information and educational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not create a realtor-client, lawyer-client, or advisor-client relationship. I am not a lawyer.
2) Encourage professional advice + official sources
Laws and Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) procedures can change, and outcomes depend on the facts of each case. Before acting, confirm details with the Landlord and Tenant Board / Tribunals Ontario, the Government of Ontario resources, or a qualified lawyer/paralegal.
3) No guarantees / outcomes vary
Nothing in this guide guarantees any result. Decisions are made by landlords, tenants, and the LTB based on evidence and circumstances.
4) Accuracy + “as of” date
Information is provided “as of [Month Day, Year]” and may become outdated. I do not guarantee completeness or accuracy.
5) Limitation of liability (keep it simple)
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I am not responsible for losses, damages, or costs arising from the use of this guide.
6) Avoid reliance / “use at your own risk”
Use of this guide is at your own risk. You are responsible for your own decisions and for obtaining professional advice where needed.
7) Third-party links and sources
Any links to third-party websites are provided for convenience. I do not control or endorse third-party content and am not responsible for changes to those sites.
8) Jurisdiction limitation
This guide is intended for Ontario, Canada only. Rules may differ in other provinces/countries.