When Is An Eviction Order Not An Eviction Order
Tenants in Ontario can only be evicted from a rental property after the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) issues an eviction order. Getting that order can be a long-drawn-out process that for the fortunate ones only lasts months. Often hoping to expedite the process, parties can hash out arrangements by mediated agreements to cure whatever offending behaviour brought them before the LTB. ‘Hallway’ diplomacy between parties is one reason many demand a return to in-person hearings. Once a deal is struck, the LTB issues a consent order setting out the terms. The agreement typically has a one-year duration. The terms… Read More »When Is An Eviction Order Not An Eviction Order