Does Bill 60 change N12 compensation rules?

With an N12 given 120 days in advance, no compensation or alternative unit is required. If less than 120 days' notice is given (60 to 119 days), the current compensation rules still apply. Landlords planning an N12 should weigh the notice period carefully.

How soon can a landlord enforce an eviction order?

After an eviction order, tenants typically have 11 days to comply. After the 15-day review period, landlords can move forward with the Sheriff to enforce the order. Bill 60 also funds additional temporary enforcement staff to address the eviction backlog.

When do the Bill 60 changes take effect?

Bill 60 received Royal Assent on November 27, 2025, but many tenancy amendments require proclamation before they take effect, and the LTB must update forms and processes first. No firm implementation dates have been published, and the rollout is expected to be phased.

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Bill 60 Ontario: Complete Guide for Landlords

Q: What is the purpose of Bill 60 in Ontario?

Bill 60 — the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025 — amends the Residential Tenancies Act to streamline Landlord and Tenant Board procedures for non-payment matters, tighten timelines, and reduce delay tactics. It received Royal Assent on November 27, 2025, but many tenancy amendments are not yet in force and require proclamation.

Q: Who does Bill 60 apply to?

Bill 60 applies to residential landlords and tenants in Ontario under the Residential Tenancies Act, and to matters before the Landlord and Tenant Board. Until amendments are proclaimed into force, the current RTA and current LTB forms continue to apply.

Q: Does Bill 60 remove tenant rights?

No. Bill 60 targets delay tactics rather than removing substantive tenant rights. Tenant applications (T-forms) are unaffected, and tenants can still raise issues — they simply must give advance notice and, in arrears hearings, pay at least 50% of claimed arrears first.

Q: Does the N4 notice change under Bill 60?

Yes. For monthly rent, Bill 60 shortens the N4 period so the termination date can be set seven days earlier, allowing an earlier L1 filing. Until the change is proclaimed and the LTB updates its forms, use the current N4 notice period.

What the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025 means for arrears hearings, N4 and N12 notices, LTB timelines — and which changes are not yet in force.

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Status & What’s In Force

Where Bill 60 Stands Today

Bill 60 is the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025. It received Royal Assent on November 27, 2025, and amends the Residential Tenancies Act to streamline Landlord and Tenant Board procedures — non-payment matters, procedural efficiencies, and timelines.

Important: Many tenancy amendments are not yet in force. They require proclamation, the LTB must update its forms and processes first, no firm implementation dates have been published, and the rollout is expected to be phased. Until amendments are proclaimed, follow the current RTA and the current LTB forms.

This guide explains what is coming so you can prepare — not a substitute for legal advice on your specific file. For representation, see our Legal Guarantee and landlord paralegal services.

What’s Changing

Key Changes for Landlords Under Bill 60

A summary of the reforms — several take effect only on proclamation and future regulation.

1. Limits on Raising Issues at Arrears Hearings

New limits mean tenants must give advance notice of any issues they intend to raise at a rent arrears hearing.

2. 50% Arrears Rule

Tenants must pay at least 50% of claimed arrears before raising new issues at the hearing.

3. N12 Compensation & Notice

A 120-day N12 requires no compensation or alternative unit. At 60–119 days’ notice, current compensation rules still apply.

4. Limits on Reviews of Decisions

Future limits are planned on how LTB decisions can be reviewed, reducing repeated challenges.

5. Shorter Review Request Window

Only 15 days to request a review, with extensions available only in exceptional circumstances.

6. “Persistent Late Payment” Defined

The government may define persistent late payment through future regulations, clarifying an eviction ground.

7. Shorter N4 Period

For monthly rent, the termination date can be set seven days earlier — enabling an earlier L1 filing.

8. Simplified Notices & Forms

Termination notices and LTB forms are to be simplified to reduce technical errors and delays.

9. More Enforcement Staff

Additional temporary enforcement staff are funded to work through the eviction backlog.

10. Limits on Postponing Evictions

Future limits are planned on how long evictions can be postponed once ordered.

11. Setting Aside Eviction Orders

Future rules will govern when an eviction order can be set aside.

12. Greater Public Access to Decisions

More public access to LTB decisions and orders — useful for screening and precedent.

13. More Adjudicators & Digital Case Management

Added adjudicators and digital case management aim to speed hearings and scheduling.

14. What to Watch For

Much depends on regulations not yet released — timelines and details can shift as proclamation approaches.

Bill 60 FAQ for Ontario Landlords

What is the purpose of Bill 60?

Bill 60 — the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025 — amends the RTA to streamline LTB procedures for non-payment matters, tighten timelines, and reduce delay tactics. It received Royal Assent November 27, 2025, though many tenancy amendments are not yet in force.

Who does Bill 60 apply to?

It applies to residential landlords and tenants in Ontario under the RTA, and to matters before the LTB. Until amendments are proclaimed, the current RTA and current LTB forms continue to apply.

What is the 50% arrears rule?

At a rent arrears hearing, tenants would need to pay at least 50% of the claimed arrears before raising new issues, and must give advance notice of issues they intend to raise — designed to stop last-minute delay claims.

Does Bill 60 change N12 compensation?

With an N12 given 120 days in advance, no compensation or alternative unit is required. If less than 120 days’ notice is given, the current compensation rules still apply.

How soon can I enforce an eviction order?

After the order, tenants typically have 11 days to comply. After the 15-day review period, landlords can move forward with the Sheriff. Bill 60 also funds temporary enforcement staff to reduce the backlog. See eviction help.

Does Bill 60 remove tenant rights?

No — it targets delay tactics rather than removing substantive rights. Tenant applications (T-forms) are unaffected; tenants simply must give advance notice and, in arrears hearings, pay at least 50% of claimed arrears first.

Does the N4 change?

Yes — for monthly rent, the termination date can be set seven days earlier, allowing an earlier L1 filing. Until proclaimed and the LTB updates its forms, use the current N4 period.

When do the changes take effect?

On proclamation, and in phases. The LTB must update forms and processes first, and no firm implementation dates have been published. Follow the current RTA until each change is in force.

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