What Landlords Need to Know About Eviction of Tenants

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As a landlord in Ontario, you may find yourself needing to evict a tenant for various reasons permitted under the Residential Tenancies Act. The eviction process can be complicated, but the experienced paralegals at AA Paralegal Services are here to guide you through every step.

Applications for Eviction may be filed for the following reasons:

• Non-payment of rent: A tenant fails to pay rent, as per the tenancy agreement.
• Breach of lease agreement: Violation of terms outlined in the lease agreement, such as subletting without permission or causing substantial damage to the property.
• Illegal activities: Engaging in illegal activities on the rental property, such as drug-related offenses.
• Personal use by landlord: When the landlord intends to occupy the rental unit themselves or for a family member.
• Property sold and purchaser requires property for their own use or for family members.
• Renovation or demolition: When the landlord plans to renovate or demolish the rental unit, requiring the tenant to vacate.
• Failure to vacate after notice: When the tenant fails to move out after receiving a valid notice of termination.

The Eviction Process in Ontario

In Ontario, the Landlord and Tenant Board exclusively deals with all tenant evictions. The specific process differs based on the reason for the eviction, but generally, it involves:

• Valid reasons for seeking eviction. Multiple grounds for eviction may apply, so it's important to choose the most efficient approach.
• Completing and properly serving the correct Notice of Termination to the tenant.
• Filing the supporting application for eviction with the Landlord and Tenant Board, along with the necessary evidence.
• Preparing for and attending the eviction hearing.
• Being responsible for the file from the start of the matter to its completion.

Our Eviction Paralegal Services

At AA Paralegal Services, we can provide invaluable assistance throughout the eviction process:

• We will objectively evaluate your case, ensuring your grounds for eviction are well-substantiated and suggest the most efficient approach.
• We will handle all the necessary paperwork and filings with the Landlord and Tenant Board, making sure everything is completed correctly.
• We represent you at the eviction hearing.
• We will guide you on your rights, responsibilities and obligations throughout the process using our 12 years of experience dealing with landlord-tenant law disputes in Ontario.

Get Started Today

Make sure your rights as a property owner are not compromised due to lack of proper representation. Don't try to navigate the eviction process alone. Contact the experienced paralegals at AA Paralegal Services today to schedule a consultation. We'll review your situation and explain your rights and options moving forward. Should you choose to retain our services after the consultation, we will help you take the necessary steps to remove a problem tenant as quickly and efficiently as possible.