Bill 60, officially called the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025, changes several tenant protections in Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). Many of these updates speed up eviction processes and reduce the ability of tenants to raise certain complaints during hearings.
If you're a tenant in Ontario, it's important to know how these changes affect your rights, what timelines have shifted, and how to protect yourself in the event of a dispute with your landlord.
To see how the changes will affect tenants, please refer to our blogpost about What Bill 60 in Ontario Means for Landlords in 2026.
What Changed Under Bill 60
1. Shorter Notice Before Eviction for Unpaid Rent
The notice period on an N4 form (non-payment of rent) is now 7 days instead of 14.
What it means: If you miss rent, you now have only one week to pay or make arrangements before your landlord can file with the LTB.
2. Harder to Raise Other Issues at Eviction Hearings
If you're behind on rent and attending a hearing, you can't bring up unrelated issues (like repairs or unsafe conditions) unless:
You notified the LTB in advance and
You pay 50% of the rent arrears claimed before the hearing.
What it means: Tenants have less flexibility to defend themselves in eviction cases unless they follow these strict rules.
3. Less Time to Appeal a Decision
The appeal window has been reduced from 30 days to 15.
What it means: If you want to request a review of an LTB decision, you need to act fast and find legal help quickly.
4. No More Guaranteed Compensation for "Own-Use" Evictions
Landlords reclaiming a unit for personal or family use no longer have to pay the tenant one month's rent if they give 4 months’ notice.
What it means: You'll still need to move out, but now you may not get any financial help when doing so.
5. Stronger Enforcement Powers for Landlords
More resources are being put toward eviction enforcement.
LTB decisions will also be more public.
What it means: Evictions may happen faster, and landlords may have more tools to enforce decisions.
What Tenants Should Do Now
1. Respond Immediately to N4 Notices
Don’t wait. As soon as you get a notice, act quickly. Pay what you can or reach out to your landlord.
2. Document Everything
Keep records of rent payments, repair requests, and any landlord communication. It could protect you in a hearing.
3. Know the New Rules for Hearings
If you want to raise issues at a rent hearing, notify the LTB in advance and be ready to pay 50% of what’s owed.
4. Seek Legal Help Early
The appeal timeline is now 15 days. Contact legal aid, a tenant association, or a lawyer as soon as you receive a decision.
5. Track Your Lease and Rights
Read your lease. Know your responsibilities and what Bill 60 has changed. You still have rights under the RTA.
Support Resources for Tenants
Tenant advocacy groups in your city or region
Final Thoughts
Bill 60 gives landlords more tools to manage rent and evictions, but it also creates new risks for tenants. Shorter deadlines and fewer protections mean that acting quickly and staying informed is more important than ever.
You can still defend your rights, but you’ll need to stay organized, meet the new requirements, and use the support available. Understanding these changes can make the difference between keeping your home and facing sudden eviction.
If you’re unsure how this affects you, reach out to a legal support group or tenant advocacy service as soon as possible.
Further Reading
Acto.ca: Bill 60 For Tenants PDF
