Civil Litigations

10/14/2026

Major changes were made to the Residential Tenancies Act on September 21, 2026. Every landlord needs to know this.

Residential Tenancies Act: Changes Effective 2026 September 21. Ontario tenancy rules changed Sept. 21, 2026: N4 notice is 7 days; N12/N13 rights changed; and new rules affect rent-arrears hearings, late rent and eviction orders. Get advice before acting.

07/05/2026

When a tenant in Ontario leaves belongings behind after moving out, when are those items legally considered abandoned and what can the landlord do with them?

05/17/2026

What are a landlord's responsibilities regarding the readiness of a rental unit for occupancy?

Readiness for Occupancy: Requirement That a Rental Unit Be Fit and Habitable. When a landlord and a tenant enter into a lease with a proposed occupancy or move-in date, the landlord takes on an absolute duty to provide a rental unit on such a date; failing which the landlord becomes liable to the te...

05/15/2026

How do I know if I have a strong breach of contract claim in Ontario before I sue?

Breach of Contract: Rights, Remedies, and Legal Options When an Agreement Is Broken. Litigation within the Small Claims Court, even for what may appear as a straightforward breach of contract case, always deserves careful review and informed caution based on quality legal advice.

04/16/2026

How do I register my financial interest upon a debtor's property?

Commencing Writ Procedures: Registering of Interest Upon Real Property or Personal Property. Creditors can register financial interests by using a Writ of Seizure and Sale. The Creditor uses the Writ to establish certain rights for liquidation of property.

04/09/2026

How do I properly give a Notice of Rent Increase (NORI) to my tenant in Ontario?

03/29/2026

Can landlords share kitchen or bathroom facilities with tenants under the Residential Tenancies Act?

03/27/2026

What common legal issues should Ontario residential landlords be aware of?

Landlord Focused Concerns: Key Legal Issues That Frequently Afflict Landlords. Ontario landlords must navigate regulatory compliance, tenant rights, maintenance responsibilities, and eviction processes to manage rental properties lawfully.