What are my rights as a tenant?

As a tenant of a rental property in Ontario, you have rights protected by law. These rights include:

• Basic services, such as heat, water, and electricity;
• A safe home for you and your family;
• Privacy;
• Freedom from discrimination;
• Controlled rent increases;
• Protection from unlawful eviction.

It is very important that you know and understand your rights as a tenant. To learn more about tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities visit Settlement.Org.

In Peterborough, there are organizations that can help you when you think your rights as a tenant are violated. These organizations include:

• Peterborough Community Legal Centre
• Housing Peterborough
• Landlord and Tenant Board
• Peterborough Community and Race Relations Committee
• New Canadians Centre Peterborough