Pickering's rental market has grown quickly. New subdivisions mean more investor-owned houses and townhomes, and many owners rent out legal secondary suites. Small landlords often handle their first LTB case alone. That's usually when a missed step costs months.
Common Pickering landlord issues
- Unpaid rent. Under the September 2026 rules, the N4 termination date must be at least 7 days after the notice. See non-payment eviction.
- Moving family in. An N12 with at least 120 days' notice no longer requires one month's compensation. See N12 own use.
- Selling a rented house. When a buyer wants vacant possession, the N12 rules for purchasers apply, and the new 120-day exemption from compensation does not.
- Tenants who left owing money. An L10 must be filed within one year of move-out. See collecting arrears.
For Pickering tenants
If you've received an N4, N12 or another notice, the deadlines are short and the details matter. See tenant representation.
Courts and tribunals for Durham Region
LTB hearings are mostly held by video, so your location rarely matters for the hearing itself. Eviction orders are enforced by the Court Enforcement Office serving Durham Region, and Small Claims matters for Pickering are heard in the Durham Region court system. We guide you through each step.
Also in Durham
We serve Ajax, Oshawa and the rest of Durham Region, as well as Scarborough next door.