10/02/2026
Ontario’s rental rules have changed—and whether you’re a landlord or a tenant, it’s important to understand how these updates may affect you ⤵️
Several changes to Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act and Landlord and Tenant Board procedures took effect on September 21, 2026. The updates cover several key areas, including non-payment of rent, persistent late payments, landlord’s own-use applications, renovations, updated forms, and application deadlines.
For non-payment of rent, the notice period on an N4 notice has been shortened from 14 days to seven days. The rules surrounding persistent late payment of rent have also changed: a tenant may now be considered to have persistently paid late when rent is received more than seven days after its due date at least three times within a six-month period.
There are also changes involving N12 notices for a landlord’s own use. When at least 120 days’ notice is provided, a landlord may no longer be required to pay compensation or offer another unit. Existing compensation requirements continue to apply when less notice is given. In most cases, the landlord or eligible family member must occupy the property within 60 days of the termination date.
Tenants who intend to return to a unit following qualifying renovations now have additional protections. Once written notice of their intention to return has been provided, the landlord must share updates about the expected completion date and give the tenant 60 days’ notice to reoccupy the unit.
Several LTB forms have also been updated, and previous versions will no longer be accepted after November 30, 2026. The deadline to request a review of an LTB order has been shortened from 30 days to 15 days.
Rental regulations can be complex, and even small procedural changes can have a significant impact. Before serving a notice, responding to one, or beginning an LTB application, confirm that you’re using the most current forms and following the latest requirements.
This post is for general information only and is not legal advice. For guidance about a specific situation, consult a qualified legal professional or the Landlord and Tenant Board.
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Nancy Allen, Broker | RE/MAX Hallmark
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