Landlord entered without notice
In most Ontario rentals, landlords must give at least 24 hours' written notice before entering — except in emergencies or if you agreed to let them in at that time.
Information only — not legal advice. Ontario tenant law has exceptions. For your specific situation, contact WUSA Student Legal Protection or a licensed paralegal.
Your rights (general)
- •Landlords generally need written notice at least 24 hours before entry, stating the date and time (between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.).
- •Entry is usually limited to specific reasons: repairs, inspections, showing the unit to new tenants, or similar lawful purposes.
- •Repeated entries without proper notice may be inconsistent with the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA).
- •You do not have to waive entry-notice rights in your lease — clauses that try to may not be enforceable.
What to do next
- 1Write to your landlord (email is fine) that entry requires 24 hours' written notice under Ontario law.
- 2Keep a log of each entry: date, time, whether notice was given, and what happened.
- 3If it continues, you may file an LTB application about tenant rights (Form T2).
- 4If you feel unsafe, contact WRPS non-emergency line — do not confront physically.
Official forms & resources
- T2 — Application about Tenant Rights →Landlord and Tenant Board
Need personal advice?
WUSA Student Legal Protection offers free legal advice for UW students on housing disputes. WLUSU members can contact WLUSU Legal Care.
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