Do the rules about rent increases apply to all renters in Ontario?
This booklet is for tenants who are protected by the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). The RTA applies to most rental housing in Ontario.
But some rental housing is not protected by the RTA. For example, you might not be protected if you live in seasonal housing, rent from another tenant, or you must share a kitchen or bathroom with the property owner or their close family members.
If you are not protected by the RTA, your landlord can raise your rent as much as they want and whenever they want, unless your
rental agreement says they cannot.
It is a good idea to get legal help if you are not sure if these rent rules apply to you.
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