Pick the situation. The wrong form, or the right form with a wrong date, can get an application dismissed.
The tenant hasn't paid rent
You would start with
N4
Notice to End your Tenancy Early for Non-payment of Rent
The termination date must be at least 7 days after the notice is given, for any type of tenancy (add five days if you mail it). The tenant can void it by paying the arrears, plus rent that has since come due, before you apply.
ThenL1 application, filed from the day after the termination date.
For rent persistently paid late, which includes paying more than seven days late at least three times in any six-month period. For a monthly tenancy, at least 60 days, ending on the last day of a rental period. Paying does not void it.
ThenL2 application, filed no later than 30 days after the termination date.
General information, not legal advice. Your facts may change the answer.
Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord, a Purchaser or a Family Member Requires the Rental Unit
At least 60 days, ending on the last day of a rental period or fixed term. Pay one month's rent, or offer another acceptable unit, by the termination date. Not required for your own or family use if you give at least 120 days.
ThenL2 application, filed with a declaration or affidavit from the person moving in.
General information, not legal advice. Your facts may change the answer.
Notice to End your Tenancy Because the Landlord Wants to Demolish the Rental Unit, Repair it or Convert it to Another Use
At least 120 days, ending on the last day of a rental period or fixed term. Renovations must need a building permit and vacant possession. Compensation depends on how many units the building has. After renovations, a tenant who asked in writing can move back.
ThenL2 application to end the tenancy; compensation must be paid by the termination date.
General information, not legal advice. Your facts may change the answer.
Notice to End your Tenancy For Interfering with Others, Damage or Overcrowding
The termination date must be at least 20 days after the notice is given. A first N5 is void if the tenant corrects the problem within seven days. Illegal acts use the N6; serious safety risks and wilful damage use the N7.
ThenL2 application if the problem is not corrected, within 30 days of the termination date.
General information, not legal advice. Your facts may change the answer.
No notice is needed once the tenant has left. File within one year after they moved out. The application can cover unpaid rent, utilities, NSF charges and the cost of damage.
ThenA hearing at the Board. Claims above the Board's monetary limit go to court.
General information, not legal advice. Your facts may change the answer.
Legal statements on this page come from Ontario's laws and regulations, the Landlord and Tenant Board's own forms, instructions and rules, and the other official sources listed below.
N4 termination date not earlier than the 7th day after the notice is given (RTA s. 59(1), as amended by S.O. 2025, c. 14, Sched. 12). Ontario e-Laws (opens in a new tab)
N4 void if the tenant pays the arrears and additional rent due before the landlord applies (RTA s. 59(3)). Ontario e-Laws (opens in a new tab)
Persistent late payment includes failing to pay within seven days of the due date at least three times in any six-month period (O. Reg. 516/06, s. 8.1). Ontario e-Laws (opens in a new tab)
At least 60 days, ending on the last day of a rental period, for a monthly tenancy (RTA ss. 44(2), 58(2)). Ontario e-Laws (opens in a new tab)
Compensation of one month's rent or another acceptable unit, and the exception for at least 120 days' notice given on or after 21 September 2026 (RTA ss. 48.1, 55.1). Ontario e-Laws (opens in a new tab)
No application during the correction period; application within 30 days after the termination date (RTA ss. 69(2), 70). Ontario e-Laws (opens in a new tab)
Application within one year after the former tenant ceased to be in possession (RTA ss. 87(1.1), 88.1(2), 88.2(2), 89(1.1)). Ontario e-Laws (opens in a new tab)