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I got an eviction order because I owe rent. If I pay, can I stop the Sheriff from coming?
The Sheriff is the only person who is allowed to make you leave or lock you…
I want to move out before the end of my rental agreement. What can I do?
This tip sheet will help you learn what to do if you want to move…
What can I do at the Landlord and Tenant Board to protect my human rights?
This tip sheet explains how the Ontario Human Rights Code protects your right to equal…
My landlord wants to evict me because I owe rent
Your landlord can evict you if you owe rent. But your landlord must follow certain…
I am being evicted because I did not do what I agreed to do. What should I do now?
This tip sheet explains how to ask the Board to set aside an ex parte…
I think my order from the Landlord and Tenant Board is wrong. What should I do?
This tip sheet contains general information on how to ask the Board to review eviction…
My Landlord Evicted Me Without Following The Law
This tip sheet will help you learn what you can do if you were wrongfully…
What can I do if my landlord or someone buying my place wants to move in?
The Sheriff is the only person who is allowed to make you leave or lock you…
What can I do if my landlord does not do repairs or respect my legal rights?
This tip sheet contains general information on what to do if your landlord is not…
What should I do if I am late to file a form with the Board or if I need a hearing quickly?
Do you need to ask the Landlord and Tenant Board for more time because the…
How to negotiate a repayment plan with your landlord
If you are facing financial hardship and are unable to pay your rent, your landlord…
What to do if you get an N4 notice
If you weren’t able to pay your rent, your landlord may have served you with…
5 Steps to Take If Your Landlord Locks You Out
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) has suspended in-person hearings and…
Here’s what to do if you’re short on rent this month.
*This blog contains general information. It is not a substitute for getting legal advice about…
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