Simple Tenancy Agreement Template for Canada

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"I need a Simple Tenancy Agreement for a furnished two-bedroom apartment in Toronto, starting March 1, 2025, that includes specific provisions for allowing one cat and protecting the furnished items."

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This Simple Tenancy Agreement is designed for use in Canadian residential property rentals, providing a legally compliant framework for establishing a landlord-tenant relationship. The agreement is suitable for various residential properties, including apartments, houses, and condominiums, and incorporates all essential elements required by Canadian federal and provincial legislation. It includes provisions for rent payment, security deposits, maintenance responsibilities, access rights, and termination procedures, while ensuring compliance with provincial residential tenancy acts and federal regulations. This standardized agreement helps protect both landlords' and tenants' interests while maintaining clarity and enforceability in residential leasing arrangements.

Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identification of the landlord and tenant(s) with their full legal names and contact information

2. Background: Brief context explaining the purpose of the agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement defined for clarity

4. Premises: Detailed description of the rental property including address and what is included/excluded

5. Term: Duration of the tenancy, including start date and whether fixed-term or periodic

6. Rent: Rental amount, payment schedule, accepted methods of payment, and late payment consequences

7. Security Deposit: Amount, terms of holding, and conditions for return of the security deposit

8. Utilities and Services: Specification of which utilities and services are included in rent and which are tenant responsibilities

9. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of both parties regarding property maintenance and repair procedures

10. Use of Premises: Permitted uses of the property and any restrictions

11. Landlord's Covenants: Landlord's obligations and promises under the agreement

12. Tenant's Covenants: Tenant's obligations and promises under the agreement

13. Insurance: Insurance requirements for both parties

14. Access: Conditions under which the landlord may enter the premises

15. Termination: Conditions and procedures for ending the tenancy

16. Notice: How and where notices under the agreement must be delivered

17. General Provisions: Standard legal provisions including governing law, severability, and entire agreement

Optional Sections

1. Pets: Rules regarding pet ownership - include when pets are permitted in the property

2. Smoking: Smoking restrictions and designated areas - include when specific smoking rules are needed

3. Subletting and Assignment: Rules regarding subletting or assigning the lease - include for fixed-term tenancies or when specifically allowed

4. Parking: Parking space allocation and rules - include when parking is available

5. Common Areas: Rules for use of common areas - include for multi-unit buildings

6. Additional Occupants: Rules regarding additional occupants - include when restrictions on additional occupants are needed

7. Renovations and Alterations: Rules regarding property modifications - include when specific restrictions are needed

8. Noise and Disturbance: Specific rules about noise and quiet hours - include in multi-unit buildings

9. Cannabis Use and Cultivation: Specific rules about cannabis - include where relevant given Canadian legislation

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule A - Property Inventory: Detailed list of furnishings and their condition at the start of tenancy

2. Schedule B - Property Rules and Regulations: Detailed building or property rules, especially relevant for multi-unit properties

3. Schedule C - Move-in Inspection Report: Detailed documentation of property condition at the start of tenancy

4. Schedule D - Parking Plan: Detailed parking space allocation and rules if applicable

5. Schedule E - Maintenance Schedule: Regular maintenance schedules and responsibilities

6. Appendix 1 - Required Legal Notices: Standard form notices required by provincial legislation

7. Appendix 2 - Emergency Contact Information: List of emergency contacts and important phone numbers

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Genie AI | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

alex.den.21@genieai.co

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