Landlord is threatening eviction
In Ontario, only the Landlord and Tenant Board can order an eviction — a landlord cannot lock you out, remove belongings, or force you out without a lawful process.
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)
- •Self-help evictions (changing locks, shutting off utilities, removing your property) are generally illegal.
- •A landlord must serve a proper notice (N4, N5, N12, N13, etc.) and obtain an LTB order if you do not leave.
- •Verbal threats to "evict you tomorrow" without LTB involvement may not be lawful.
- •You have the right to stay until the legal process is complete — do not leave because of intimidation alone.
What to do next
- 1Stay calm and do not leave based on verbal threats alone.
- 2Document every threat: date, time, exact words, witnesses, and photos of notes or messages.
- 3If locks are changed or utilities cut off, contact WRPS non-emergency and seek legal help immediately.
- 4Contact WUSA Student Legal Protection — urgent housing situations may qualify for fast advice.
Official forms & resources
- LTB forms and eviction process →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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