Notice to Quit (Form C)
Notice to Quit - Form C
Timeline
Must provide proper notice period as required by Residential Tenancies Act
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Official form for landlords to give tenants notice to end a tenancy, or for tenants to give notice to leave.
In Plain Language:
Official form to end a rental agreement - either the landlord asking tenant to leave, or tenant giving notice they're leaving.
You May Qualify If:
- Landlords ending a tenancy
- Tenants giving notice to leave
- People covered by the Residential Tenancies Act
You May NOT Qualify If:
- Commercial tenancies (different forms required)
- Situations not covered by Residential Tenancies Act
Requirements Checklist:
- □Valid tenancy agreement
- □Proper reason for ending tenancy (for landlords)
- □Completed Form C
- □Proper service of notice
Examples:
- • A landlord whose tenant hasn't paid rent
- • A tenant who is moving and giving notice
- • A landlord who needs the property for personal use
Different notice periods apply for different situations. Check the Residential Tenancies Act for your specific case.
⚠️ Wrong notice period
Check the Residential Tenancies Act for correct notice periods - they vary by situation
⚠️ Improper service
Serve notice according to legal requirements - in person, registered mail, or as specified
⚠️ Incomplete form
Fill out all sections of Form C completely, including dates and reasons
⚠️ Not keeping proof of service
Document how and when you served the notice - you may need this for legal proceedings
What Happens Next
- Notice period begins from date of service
- Tenant must vacate (or landlord must allow tenant to leave) after notice period expires
- If tenant doesn't leave, landlord may need to file Form J for eviction order
Check Your Status
Check status onlineWhat to Keep
- • Copy of Form C
- • Proof of service
- • Documentation of how notice was delivered
- • Any correspondence related to the notice
Follow-Up Actions
- □Ensure notice was properly served
- □Wait for notice period to expire
- □If tenant doesn't leave, file Form J for eviction order
- □If disputing notice, file Form J to challenge it
Expected Timeline:
The tenancy ends after the required notice period expires. Notice periods vary from 15 days to 3 months depending on the situation.
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