Author: Maria Shaw
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What the Landlord and Tenant Board Can — and Cannot — Do
The Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) plays a central role in resolving residential tenancy disputes in Ontario. Equally important, many parties come to the LTB expecting outcomes that are outside the Board’s legal authority. Understanding what the LTB can and cannot do helps landlords and tenants focus on the issues that matter and avoid unrealistic…
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N13 Notices: Renovation vs. Demolition vs. Conversion
An N13 (Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord Wants to Demolish the Rental Unit, Repair it, or Convert it to Another Use) is one of the most serious notices under Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). It is also one of the most misunderstood. Many disputes at the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) arise…
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N6 Notices: Serious Issues and Immediate Termination
An N6 (Notice to End your Tenancy for Illegal Acts or Misrepresenting Income in a Rent-Geared-to-Income Unit) is one of the most serious notices a landlord can serve under Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). Unlike many other notices, an N6 may lead to immediate termination of a tenancy and does not always provide an opportunity…
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About Maria Shaw Paralegal Services
At Maria Shaw Paralegal Services, every case begins with an honest and careful evaluation of its legal merit. Not every dispute should move forward, and not every claim will succeed — and I believe clients deserve clear, straightforward advice from the very beginning. With extensive experience in Ontario landlord and tenant law, including Legal Aid…
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What Happens After You File an Application with the Landlord and Tenant Board?
Filing an application with the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) is often seen as the hardest part of the process. In reality, it is only the beginning. Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, understanding what happens after you file can help reduce stress, avoid mistakes, and ensure you are properly prepared. Step 1:…