General information, not legal advice. This guide explains how Ontario residential-tenancy law generally works. It is not legal advice and may not fit your exact situation — the rules and timelines change. For a binding answer, confirm on the LTB website or talk to our licensed paralegals.
When to use it
Use an N4 – Notice to End your Tenancy Early for Non-payment of Rent the day after rent is late. It tells the tenant how much is owed and gives them a chance to pay and stay.
How it works
- Serve the N4 with the correct amount owing and a termination date (the form sets the minimum number of days).
- If the tenant pays the full amount owing by the termination date, the notice is void and the tenancy continues.
- If they don't pay or move out, you can apply to the LTB (form L1) for an order.
Watch the details
Errors on an N4 (wrong amount, wrong date, wrong service method) are the most common reason cases get dismissed. Double-check the figures and keep proof of how and when you served it.
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