Most landlords must use this form (Form N1) when increasing the rent. However, there are three exceptions: 

• Use Form N2 if the rental unit is exempt from the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 rules limiting rent increase. 
• Use Form N3 (Notice to Increase Rent and/or Charges for Care Services and Meals) for rental units in care homes. 
• Use Form N10 if both you and the tenant have agreed to increase the rent above the guideline due to capital work or new/additional services provided. 

N1: Notice of Rent Increase 

Step 1: 2024 – 2.5% 

• Identify the rental period. 
• Rent can be increased if at least 12 months have passed since the last increase or since the tenant moved in. 
• Serve notice at least 90 days before the proposed rent increase date. 

Step 2: Serving the Notice 

• Confirm if the tenant consents to email. 
• If yes, email the documents followed by Canada Post next day delivery. 
• If not, send only by Canada Post next day delivery. 
• We recommend sending it both ways to ensure delivery. 

Step 3: Pricing Explanation 

• Our firm strongly believes in fixed fee rates for transparency and predictability. 
• Clarify the fixed fee rates for the service. 
• Prices do not include taxes and disbursements. 

Step 4: If Tenant Does Not Pay Rent Increase 

• This step is billed separately to ensure fairness and accuracy. 
• To serve the application: 
• Serve N4…  

What’s Next?  

• Would you like to retain our services?  

• If yes, we will send the retainer within 20 minutes. 
• If no, we will send a recap email within 20 minutes. 

N1 Form – CLICK TO SEE