Tag: rental housing

Greater powers for the Landlord and Tenant Board could have major effect on tenants

September 16, 2021

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) Tenants in Ontario are facing new rules that may seriously affect their rights and responsibilities. These changes to the Residential Tenancies Act became law on September 1. This month’s On the Radar looks at 2 of the more significant new rules. Landlords … More Greater powers for the Landlord and Tenant Board could have major effect on tenants

Air Conditioners: A Hot Topic for Tenants and Landlords

July 7, 2021

Re-posted from ON THE RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) As summer heats up, it’s a good time for tenants to pull out their leases and review the rules about air conditioners. This month’s On the Radar looks at the different ways air conditioning can be handled in a lease. What a … More Air Conditioners: A Hot Topic for Tenants and Landlords

No More Rent Control for New Apartments

January 7, 2019

Re-posted from ON THE  RADAR, a publication of Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO) The provincial government is allowing landlords of new apartments to raise the rent by any amount. This month’s On the Radar explains which units are affected by this change, and what it means for tenants. Rent control basics Most rented homes in … More No More Rent Control for New Apartments