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Landlord Self Help

At OLH Property Management, helping landlords is what we do best. Landlord Self Help is a free resource hub built for landlords across Ontario — packed with guides, demos, and form walkthroughs to help you manage your properties with confidence.

We also created LandlordEzy.ca — our own all-in-one property management software, built in-house after working with thousands of landlords like you. It’s designed to help you manage your rentals yourself, the smart and simple way. Try it out and see the difference great tools make.

This page — like our platform — exists for one reason: to help landlords like you, 100% free.

December 2025 N4 Notice Demonstration Guide – Download the Exact Form Used in the Video

Ontario landlords — this is your step-by-step N4 Notice demonstration for
December 2025. This walkthrough shows you exactly how to fill out
and serve the N4 for non-payment of rent, following the same process taught by
Paul J Rouillard from OLH Group.

📅 Delivery Date Used in This Demo: December 6, 2025
🗓 Termination Date: December 20, 2025

🎥 Video Demonstration — December 2025

📄 Download the N4 Form Used in This Demo

Click here to download the exact N4 Notice PDF used in this demonstration:

Download the N4 Form (December 2025)

This downloadable version matches the form shown in the video, making it easy for
every Ontario landlord to follow along step-by-step.

✅ Approved Methods of Service & Termination Timing

The method you use to serve the N4 Notice determines when the Landlord and Tenant Board
considers the notice received.
As per the official LTB rules shown in Table 1, the N4 requires
at least 14 days after the day the notice is deemed received,
except for regular mail which requires a 5-day mailing buffer.

Service Method Effective Delivery Date (LTB Rules) Total Days to Count for Termination
In person to the tenant The day you hand the documents to the party 14 days
Handed to another adult in the unit Same day (treated same as in-person) 14 days
Placed in mailbox or mail slot The day you leave the documents in the mailbox or where mail is ordinarily delivered 14 days
Slid under the door Same rule as mailbox — considered received the day you leave it 14 days
Courier The first day after the documents were sent
(or next non-holiday business day)
14 days
Regular mail 5 days after mailing (LTB rule) 19 days total
Email (with written consent in lease) The day you send the email 14 days
Tribunals Ontario Portal (with written consent) The day you upload the documents 14 days

⚠️ Not Valid Methods of Service

  • Taping the notice to the door
  • Leaving it with a neighbour
  • Posting it in the building
  • Sending via text message, voicemail, or phone call

📌 Example (December 2025)

If you email the N4 on December 6, 2025,
the termination date must be December 20, 2025.



Understanding Bill 60: What Ontario Landlords Need to Know

Bill 60 introduces some of the most significant updates to the Residential Tenancies Act in recent years.
These changes affect how landlords can handle rent arrears, eviction notices, compensation requirements,
and the overall Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) process. Whether you self-manage your property or work
with professionals, it is important to understand how Bill 60 may impact your rights and procedures.

We’ve created a detailed guide breaking down every update, including timelines, legal impacts, and what
landlords should prepare for as the new regulations roll out across Ontario.



Read the Full Bill 60 Breakdown →

LTB Hearing Zoom Links

Ontario LTB Hearing Links for Landlords

Stay informed and prepared for your upcoming Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) hearings with our updated online schedule.
We’ve created a dedicated resource that lists all current Ontario LTB Zoom hearing links, meeting rooms, and passcodes — updated every month to match the official tribunal schedule.
Visit our

Ontario LTB Hearing Links page

to access the full list and join your hearing directly from our website.

This tool is designed to help landlords manage virtual hearings easily, stay compliant with
Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board procedures, and avoid missed sessions.
Bookmark the page for quick access to future LTB Zoom links and monthly updates.

Landlord Quick Guides

N1 Form - Notice of Rent Increase

• How to increase rent for my tenant?
• What form do I serve for rent increase?
• What is the N1 form?
• How much rent can I increase?
• How many days do I need to serve the rent increase?

Link Button N1 – NOTICE OF RENT INCREASE GUIDE


N4 Form – Notice to End a Tenancy Early for Non-Payment of Rent

• My tenant is not paying rent
• How to fill out the N4?
• My tenant did not pay the rent in full
• My tenant made partial payments
• How many days do I need to include in the N4 for the termination date?


Link Button N4 Form – Notice to End a Tenancy Early for Non-Payment of Rent



N7 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy for Causing Serious Problems in the Rental Unit or Residential Complex

• My tenant is causing safety issues
• My tenant willfully damaged my rental



Link Button N7 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy for Causing Serious Problems in the Rental Unit or Residential Complex

N12 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord, a Purchaser or a Family Member Requires the Rental Unit

• I want to move into my rental unit
• How to evict tenant for personal use?
• New landlords want to live in the rental unit
• Purchaser wants to occupy the rental unit How much compensation do I give the tenant for N12?

Link Button N12 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord, a Purchaser or a Family Member Requires the Rental Unit

N2 Form – Notice of Rent Increase Unit Partially Exempt

• What qualifies as exempt?
• Is my unit exempt?




Link Button N2 Form – Notice of Rent Increase Unit Partially Exempt


N5 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy for Interfering with Others, Damage or Overcrowding

• My tenant is smoking in the unit
• My tenant is bothering others
• My tenant is not paying utilities
• My tenant damaged my unit
• How long do I have to wait to serve the N5?


Link Button N5 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy for Interfering with Others, Damage or Overcrowding


N8 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy at the End of the Term

• My tenant is paying rent late
• When can I file the N8?





Link Button N8 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy at the End of the Term



N13 - TORONTO’S NEW RENOVICTION RULES KICK IN ON JULY 31, 2025

• I want to demolish the unit
• I want to perform extensive repairs
• How to convert the rental unit?
• How much compensation do I give the tenant for N13?

Link Button N13 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord Wants to Demolish the Rental Unit, Repair it or Convert it to Another Use

N3 Form - Notice to Increase the Rent and/or Charges for Care Services and Meals

• What is the N3?





Link Button N3 Form - Notice to Increase the Rent and/or Charges for Care Services and Meals

N6 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy for Illegal Acts or Misrepresenting Income in a Rent-Geared-to-Income Rental Unit

• My tenant is trafficking drugs
• My tenant is doing something illegal
• My tenant is conducting an illegal business



Link Button N6 Form – Notice to End your Tenancy for Illegal Acts or Misrepresenting Income in a Rent-Geared-to-Income Rental Unit

N10 Form – Agreement to Increase the Rent Above the Guideline

• Can I increase rent more than the 2.5%?
• The tenant is wiling to increase the rent





Link Button N10 Form – Agreement to Increase the Rent Above the Guideline

Landlord Quick Documents

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Tenant Move in Move Out Inspection Checklist

• Sample Tenant Move in Move Out Inspection Checklist

Link Button Tenant Move in Move Out Inspection Checklist

Form 410 – Rental Application – Residential

• Sample rental application



Link Button Form 410 – Rental Application – Residential

Landlord Emergency Procedures Handbook

• Should I have an Emergency Procedures Handbook?

Link Button Landlord Emergency Procedures Handbook

General Service Agreement

• Sample General Service Agreement

Link Button General Service Agreement

LandlordEzy Screening Checklist

• Step-by-step guide to screening tenants like a pro — from in-person interviews to AI credit checks.
• Used daily by Paul Rouillard and his Paralegal team — tried, tested, and proven to work.
• Works seamlessly with LandlordEzy.ca — collect documents, verify info, and make smart decisions fast.

Link Button Residential Tenancy Agreement – Ontario Standard Lease

Residential Tenancy Agreement – Ontario Standard Lease

• Ontario lease agreement
• Where can I find an Ontario Standard Lease?

Link Button Residential Tenancy Agreement – Ontario Standard Lease

Tenant Acknowledgement

• What does tenant acknowledgement do?
• Sample Tenant Acknowledgement form


Link Button Tenant Acknowledgement


Parking Lease Addendum

• Sample Parking Lease Addendum



Link Button Parking Lease Addendum

Guarantor Form

• Sample guarantor form
• Where can I find guarantor form?



Link Button Guarantor Form

Monthly Rent Receipt

Sample Monthly Rent Receipt



Link Button Monthly Rent Receipt

Yearly Rent Receipt

• Sample Yearly Rent Receipt

Link Button Yearly Rent Receipt

Notice of Intent to Enter

• How do I serve a notice to enter?
• Where can I find a notice to enter form?
• How to draft a notice to enter for a tenant?

Link Button Notice of Intent to Enter

Mortgage Tools for Landlords

Ask a Paralegal: Your Go-To Resource for Landlord Legal Matters in Ontario

Paralegal Services for Landlords | Landlord Paralegal in Ontario

Ask a Paralegal is a free, invaluable service provided by Landlord Pro Legal, tailored specifically for landlords in Ontario. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), facing legal challenges, or simply seeking expert advice, our paralegals are here to help. We answer pressing questions and address real-world issues that landlords encounter daily.

Each response is posted on our website, creating a comprehensive resource where all Ontario landlords can learn from shared experiences and expert insights. Stay informed, empowered, and legally protected with Ask a Paralegal, your trusted source for paralegal services and landlord legal support in Ontario.

Landlord Self Help Tips and Tricks

Access invaluable insights from 22-year experts in property management, real estate, leasing, paralegal services, and landlordship, focusing on landlord self help.