GRACE GEORGE LEGAL SERVICES
Helping Landlords maintain control of their property for over a decade.
Grace George
CEO of Grace George Legal Services P.C – Licensed Paralegal – Notary Public – Commissioner of Oath
OUR SERVICES
Service in Ottawa, Orleans, Kanata, Stittsville and surrounding areas.
SMALL CLAIMS
(Claims now up to $50,000)
● Unpaid Rent Arrears / Financial Recovery
Claims
● Property Damage and Repair Cost Recovery
● Contractor, Vendor and Service Disputes
PROVINCIAL OFFENCES ACT
● Property Standards and Maintenance Disputes
● Fire Code and Safety Compliance Matters
● Municipal Licensing and By-Law Compliance
Issues
LANDLORD AND TENANT BOARD
● Non-Payment of Rent
● Persistently Late Payment of Rent
● Property Damage
● Lease Violations
● Tenant Rights Complaints
YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
The length of the eviction process in Ontario varies depending on the specific circumstances of the case. In most situations, a hearing can typically be scheduled within approximately three months. If the landlord is successful at the hearing, enforcement through the Sheriff’s Office may take an additional 6 to 12 weeks after the order is issued.
How long does the eviction process take in Ontario?
Yes, a landlord may evict a tenant for personal use; however, this is only permitted under the specific circumstances outlined in the N12 requirements:
An N12 notice may only be served if the landlord, the landlord’s spouse, child, parent, the spouse’s child or parent, or a caregiver for one of those individuals genuinely intends to move into the rental unit for residential use.
Can I evict a tenant for personal use?
Can I change the locks if the tenant stops paying rent?
No, a landlord cannot change the locks simply because a tenant has stopped paying rent. In Ontario, changing the locks without following the proper legal process is considered an unlawful eviction. A landlord must first serve the appropriate notice, obtain an eviction order from the Landlord and Tenant Board, and have the order enforced by the Sheriff. Locks may only be changed legally once the Sheriff has carried out the eviction or with the tenant’s consent.
What if my tenant damages the property?
If a tenant causes willful or negligent damage to the rental property, a landlord may serve the appropriate notice and, if necessary, file an application with the Landlord and Tenant Board seeking compensation and/or termination of the tenancy. The landlord will need to provide evidence of the damage, such as photographs, inspection reports, invoices, or repair estimates. In some cases, if the tenant has already vacated the unit, the landlord may pursue the claim through Small Claims Court. Each situation depends on the severity of the damage and the supporting evidence available.
*The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every matter is unique, and outcomes may vary depending on the specific facts and circumstances of each case.
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CONTACT US:
info@gglegal.ca
Ottawa, Ontario
346 Somerset Street West,
K2P0J9
+1 800-658-1122