Bill 60 for Ontario Landlords: New Tools, New Risks, and the Compliance Timeline You Cannot Miss
Ontario’s Bill 60 gives landlords faster eviction timelines and a compensation waiver for N12 notices with 120+ days. But maximum fines have doubled to $100...
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start serving 7-day N4 notices?
On or after September 21, 2026. Any N4 served before that date must still use the 14-day termination period. Serving a 7-day N4 before September 21 will result in a void notice and a dismissed L1 application.
Do I still have to pay compensation for an N12 eviction?
It depends on when and how much notice you give. Starting September 21, 2026, if you give at least 120 days’ notice with the termination date on the last day of a rental period, compensation is waived. With 60–119 days’ notice, you must still pay one month’s rent before the termination date.
What are the new maximum fines for RTA offences?
As of July 1, 2026, the maximum fine for an individual is $100,000 (up from $50,000) and for a corporation is $500,000 (up from $250,000). These apply to all RTA offences including illegal lockouts, bad-faith evictions, and harassment.
Is the 50% arrears rule for maintenance defences in effect?
No. As of August 2026, this provision has not been proclaimed into force and no date has been announced. Tenants can still raise maintenance issues at arrears hearings without a prepayment requirement.
Do I need to use the official LTB Payment Agreement Form?
Yes. As of July 1, 2026, repayment plans for arrears must use the LTB’s mandatory Payment Agreement Form under section 206 of the RTA. Using the official form is in your interest — it creates an enforceable, Board-filed record of the agreement.
How much time do I have to request a review of an LTB order?
15 days from the date the order was issued. This was reduced from 30 days on July 1, 2026. Missing the deadline means your only option is a Divisional Court appeal.
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