N12 Notice

Notice for Landlord's Own Use

Ontario notice to end a tenancy for the owner's or buyer's own use.

The N12 is the Ontario notice used to end a tenancy because the landlord, a close family member, or a purchaser genuinely intends to move into the unit. It carries strict requirements: proper notice, in many cases one month's rent as compensation, and a good-faith intention that is enforceable. Bad-faith N12s (evicting to re-rent at a higher price) can lead to significant penalties, so the grounds must be real.

General information only, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Rules change and vary by province; confirm the current details with the relevant authority before you rely on them.