Bill 60 and Your Rights as an Ontario Tenant: What Actually Changes in 2026
Ontario’s Bill 60 — the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act — rewrites key parts of the Residential Tenancies Act. Shorter N4 notice periods, a new 50% arre...
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 7-day N4 notice take effect?
The shorter 7-day N4 notice period takes effect on September 21, 2026. Any N4 served before that date must still use the current 14-day termination period. An N4 served before September 21 with only 7 days’ notice is defective and void.
Can I still void an N4 by paying the arrears?
Yes. Your right to void the N4 by paying the full amount of rent owing on or before the termination date is unchanged under Bill 60. The only difference is the window is shorter — 7 days instead of 14.
Do I have to pay 50% of arrears to raise maintenance issues at a hearing?
Not yet. Although Bill 60 includes this provision, it has not been proclaimed into force as of August 2026. No date has been announced. Until it is proclaimed, tenants can raise maintenance defences at arrears hearings without a prepayment requirement.
Does my landlord still have to pay me one month’s rent for an N12?
It depends on the notice period. Starting September 21, 2026, if the landlord gives at least 120 days’ notice and the termination date is the last day of a rental period, compensation is waived. If the landlord gives 60 to 119 days’ notice, one month’s compensation is still required.
How long do I have to request a review of an LTB order?
As of July 1, 2026, you have 15 days from the date the order was issued to file a request for review. This was reduced from 30 days. Missing the deadline means your only recourse is a Divisional Court appeal.
Does Bill 60 change rent control in Ontario?
No. Rent control remains in place. The annual guideline increase is capped at 2.5% for 2025 and 2.1% for 2026. Bill 60 does not alter these limits.
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