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Case Research

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 15:50:54 UTC

T2 Application Form

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:04:31 UTC

This is the first page of the T2 application form. It summarizes what will be asked on following pages, and the conditions it should be used for. This is the form Makiba-Nicole Francis would have submitted in her case.

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:09:34 UTC

This graphic is a very broad overview of what Landlord's cannot do. Most importantly, the bottom left point about entry.

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:10:31 UTC

This graphic elaborates on the second photo's bottom left point. There are exceptions to most rules, and these are the following exceptions for entry.

Application Process

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:12:30 UTC

Should the landlord violate any laws outlined in the Residential Tenancies act, a tenant would need to file an application to the Landlord and Tenant Board. This video instructs how the process works.

Can My Landlord Change My Locks?

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:15:09 UTC

Can a landlord change the locks on your unit? This video by Sam Saberikamareh elaborates on the question.

Can My Landlord Enter ANYTIME?

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:17:50 UTC

The entry of units is covered by over 3 different sections outlined in the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006. Sam Saberikamareh explains the laws into layman terms.

What you need to know about 'rent abatements' in Ontario

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:21:49 UTC

If your application to the LTB is successful, an abatement to your rent may be applied. This article covers how abatements are calculated. Abatements are used to reward damages to the tenant.

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:23:15 UTC

This article outlines what responsibilities the landlord needs to be failing to take them to the LTB.

Hamilton senior says landlord changed the locks while she was out at Tim Hortons

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:29:53 UTC

It's important to know your rights. This woman in Hamilton, ON was lied to about the purpose of her landlord's visit. She had her locks changed, and was forcibly (illegally) evicted. The landlord did not follow the laws outlined in the RTA, and will likely be fined a hefty amount when this case concludes.

Sources

euansemenko1 — 2023-11-19 16:33:26 UTC

A full list of all sources used.