- Social Services Board Voices Concerns Over Delayed Evictions
The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Board (DSSMSSB) is sounding the alarm over sluggish eviction processes at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), citing a backlog that’s impeding their ability to address rental issues effectively.
- Back Rent Surges, Prompting Alarm
The DSSMSSB reports a steep increase in owed back rent, totaling around $58,000—a jump of over 20 per cent from last year. CEO Mike Nadeau attributes this rise to prolonged wait times for eviction hearings at the LTB.
- Challenges Mount as Wait Times Extend
In conversation with CTV News, Nadeau underscores the challenges posed by the backlog, revealing that the current wait time for an eviction order stands at a daunting 12 months. He emphasizes that these delays hinder the DSSMSSB’s ability to promptly address troublesome tenancies, leading to tenant complaints about compromised safety and peace in rental units.
- Eviction: A Last Resort
Nadeau stresses that eviction is a measure of last resort for the DSSMSSB, given their primary responsibility of providing emergency shelter and homelessness services. However, in cases where tenancies falter, eviction becomes necessary to resolve issues effectively.
- LTB Responds with Efforts to Expedite
In response to DSSMSSB’s concerns, the LTB pledges action to tackle the backlog. Streamlining procedures, integrating new technologies, and bolstering staff resources are among the measures outlined by LTB officials to enhance efficiency.
- Progress in Sight: LTB Ramps Up Hearings
LTB officials announce a significant uptick in the number of hearings conducted this year compared to 2023. With plans to complete over 100,000 hearings by year-end, the LTB aims to aggressively address the backlog and improve processing times.
- Calls for Government Intervention
The DSSMSSB urges provincial authorities to prioritize efforts to expedite tribunal processes at the LTB, ensuring fairness for all parties involved and upholding the rights of landlords and tenants alike. Timely resolution of rental disputes is deemed crucial to maintaining the integrity of the rental housing sector and safeguarding tenant rights.
- Social Services Board Voices Concerns Over Delayed Evictions
The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Board (DSSMSSB) is sounding the alarm over sluggish eviction processes at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), citing a backlog that’s impeding their ability to address rental issues effectively.
- Back Rent Surges, Prompting Alarm
The DSSMSSB reports a steep increase in owed back rent, totaling around $58,000—a jump of over 20 per cent from last year. CEO Mike Nadeau attributes this rise to prolonged wait times for eviction hearings at the LTB.
- Challenges Mount as Wait Times Extend
In conversation with CTV News, Nadeau underscores the challenges posed by the backlog, revealing that the current wait time for an eviction order stands at a daunting 12 months. He emphasizes that these delays hinder the DSSMSSB’s ability to promptly address troublesome tenancies, leading to tenant complaints about compromised safety and peace in rental units.
- Eviction: A Last Resort
Nadeau stresses that eviction is a measure of last resort for the DSSMSSB, given their primary responsibility of providing emergency shelter and homelessness services. However, in cases where tenancies falter, eviction becomes necessary to resolve issues effectively.
- LTB Responds with Efforts to Expedite
In response to DSSMSSB’s concerns, the LTB pledges action to tackle the backlog. Streamlining procedures, integrating new technologies, and bolstering staff resources are among the measures outlined by LTB officials to enhance efficiency.
- Progress in Sight: LTB Ramps Up Hearings
LTB officials announce a significant uptick in the number of hearings conducted this year compared to 2023. With plans to complete over 100,000 hearings by year-end, the LTB aims to aggressively address the backlog and improve processing times.
- Calls for Government Intervention
The DSSMSSB urges provincial authorities to prioritize efforts to expedite tribunal processes at the LTB, ensuring fairness for all parties involved and upholding the rights of landlords and tenants alike. Timely resolution of rental disputes is deemed crucial to maintaining the integrity of the rental housing sector and safeguarding tenant rights.