Changes to the Residential Tenancies Act for Victims of Abuse

Thursday, September 8, 2016

If you are experiencing domestic or sexual abuse, you can now leave your rental unit by providing your landlord with 28 days notice.

To give notice under these circumstances, you have to give your landlord the Tenant's Notice to End my Tenancy Because of Fear of Sexual or Domestic Violence and Abuse (N15) form and sign a Tenant's Statement About Sexual or Domestic Violence and Abuse. Alternatively, you can provide them with a copy of a court order such as a restraining order or a peace bond. Generally, your landlord must keep this information confidential.