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  • What is a lease?

    A lease is a legal agreement between you and a landlord when you rent a home.

  • What kind of questions can a landlord ask?

    Many landlords will ask you to complete an application form before they will rent an apartment or house to you. A landlord can ask questions related to the tenancy so long as they don’t infringe on your rights.

  • Renting a Place to Live

    This information sheet has basic details in 8 languages about your legal rights when renting your home. It covers rent, lease agreements, discrimination and what to do if your landlord breaks the rules. From CLEO.

  • Do I need a guarantor or co-signer?

    In Ontario, landlords are legally allowed to ask for information on your income and credit as well as landlord references.A landlord might ask you for a guarantor or co-signer if they think you may not have enough money to pay the rent.

  • What documents do landlords ask for?

    Before they rent housing to you, landlords may ask you to provide references and documents that show you are responsible and have enough money to pay the rent.

  • What should I consider when choosing a roommate?

    Sharing housing with other people can help you reduce costs and can provide you with a social network. However, you will need to consider carefully what type of people you are comfortable living with.
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  • Renting a Home - Infographic

    There are many steps involved in renting a home in Ontario. The infographic below outlines some of the things you will need to do in order to rent an apartment.

  • Signing a Lease

    This brochure has tips about what a standard lease includes and what you should know before you sign one. It is available in many languages.