Notice Tenants Receive

N5: N5: Notice to End your Tenancy for Interfering with Others, Damage or Overcrowding

A notice a landlord gives when they allege interference with others, damage to the property, or overcrowding. Some N5 notices can be 'voided' if the alleged problem is corrected within the time stated on the notice.

OntarioLast reviewed: 2026-07-15Under review

Who this form involves

Landlords give this notice; tenants receive it.

This is a notice a landlord gives. This page explains it from the tenant's perspective — what receiving one does and does not mean.

When it may apply

Your landlord alleges noise, damage, or other conduct affecting others.
You believe the allegations are wrong, exaggerated, or about someone else.

Cautions and limits

An N5 is an allegation, not a finding. You may have a chance to correct the issue and void the notice — the notice itself explains the correction period. Confirm how this works with the LTB or a legal professional.
Receiving an N5 does not mean you must move out; eviction requires an LTB order and sheriff enforcement.
Time limits may apply to this form; confirm current rules with the LTB or a legal professional before you rely on any date.

What this process can lead to

If the landlord applies to the LTB (often with an L2), you would receive a notice of hearing and can respond with your own evidence and witnesses.

Outcomes are never guaranteed — the LTB decides each case on its evidence.

How to prepare

Write down your account of each incident named in the notice, with dates.
Collect evidence that contradicts or explains the allegations (messages, photos, witnesses).
If the notice allows correction, document what you corrected and when.
Get legal advice promptly — how you respond in the correction window can matter.

Evidence that tends to matter

Catalogue each item in your evidence index so nothing gets lost.

Notices — the N5 and its delivery details.
Witness records — neighbours or others who can speak to the allegations.
Photographs and videos — the state of the property, dated.
Messages and emails — communications about the alleged issues.

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This is legal information, not legal advice. RTO Pro is not a law firm. Deadlines and exceptions may apply to your situation — a qualified legal professional should confirm anything important before you rely on it.

Evidence that tends to matter

Catalogue each item in your evidence index so nothing gets lost.

Notices — the N5 and its delivery details.

Witness records — neighbours or others who can speak to the allegations.

Photographs and videos — the state of the property, dated.

Messages and emails — communications about the alleged issues.