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Tenant Rights When Landlords Fail to Provide Vital Services
In Ontario, tenants are entitled to a safe and habitable living environment. The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (RTA) defines “vital services” as those necessary for a rental unit to remain livable. These include heat, hot and cold water, electricity, gas, and fuel, as well as, in certain cases, air conditioning where it is part of… Read More
If you recently received a camera ticket in the mail, you might be wondering if it still counts. Ontario’s new decision to remove speed cameras within two weeks has created plenty of confusion — and maybe a bit of cautious optimism for drivers. The big question is: Are those photo radar fines still legitimate? Let’s… Read More
Lest We Forget: Remembering with Respect on Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day, observed annually on November 11th, holds profound significance in Canada as a solemn occasion to commemorate the sacrifices made by members of the Canadian Armed Forces. At the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, a moment of silence pays tribute to those who have given their lives in service… Read More
Happy Thanksgiving! Grateful Hearts and Canadian Harvests
Thanksgiving in Canada is a meaningful holiday founded on gratitude, harvest traditions, and community connection. Observed on the second Monday in October, Thanksgiving traces its origins to European settlers who gathered to give thanks for a successful harvest and survival in unfamiliar and often harsh conditions. Over the years, these observances evolved into a modern… Read More
Late Rent Payments: When Is It Grounds for Eviction?
In Ontario, the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (RTA) governs landlord-tenant relationships, including how rent payments must be handled. Under the RTA, rent is due on the exact date stated in the lease agreement, most commonly the first of the month. If rent is not paid on time and in full, it’s immediately considered late rent… Read More