Ontario Bill 60: What Landlords, Tenants and Real Estate Investors Need to Know in 2026

Ontario’s landlord and tenant rules are changing in 2026. If you own a rental property, rent a home or are thinking about becoming a real estate investor, Ontario Bill 60 is worth knowing about.

Bill 60, the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025, changes parts of Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act. The legislation is designed, in part, to reduce delays in Ontario’s landlord and tenant system.

Some changes are already in effect. Others take effect later in 2026.

For landlords, tenants and real estate investors in Oakville, Burlington and Halton Region, here’s a straightforward look at some of the most important changes.

What Is Ontario Bill 60?

Bill 60 is a large piece of Ontario legislation covering several areas. Schedule 12 specifically makes changes to the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006.

For rental housing, these changes affect several Landlord and Tenant Board procedures and rules.

It’s also important to know that Bill 60 isn’t responsible for every landlord and tenant change happening this year. Ontario is also implementing changes from Bill 97. Tribunals Ontario specifically identifies both pieces of legislation in its 2026 updates.

1. LTB Review Deadlines Are Shorter

One important Bill 60 change is already in effect.

As of July 1, 2026, the deadline to request a review of an LTB order was shortened from 30 days to 15 days for applicable orders.

This gives landlords and tenants less time to act after an LTB decision. Keeping track of dates and deadlines is now even more important.

2. The N4 Non-Payment Timeline Is Being Shortened

Bill 60 also changes the timeline associated with non-payment of rent.

Under the amendment, when a tenant fails to pay rent that is lawfully owing, a landlord may give a notice of termination with a termination date no earlier than the seventh day after the notice is given.

That’s a significant change from the previous 14-day minimum that generally applied to most monthly or yearly tenancies.

However, a seven-day notice does not mean a landlord can simply remove a tenant after seven days.

Landlords must still follow Ontario law and the required Landlord and Tenant Board process to obtain an eviction order where one is required.

3. N12 Compensation Rules Are Changing

Bill 60 also changes compensation rules involving certain N12 landlord’s own-use notices.

The legislation creates an exception to the usual compensation requirement when specific conditions are met.

Among those conditions, the termination date must be at least 120 days after the notice is given. It must also fall at the end of a tenancy period or, for a fixed-term tenancy, at the end of the term.

N12 rules remain very specific. Landlords should make sure they understand their legal obligations before serving this type of notice.

4. New Rules Address Persistent Late Rent Payments

Ontario has also introduced regulations defining certain circumstances that can constitute persistent late payment of rent.

The new regulation includes situations where a tenant fails to pay rent within seven days of its due date on at least three occasions within a six-month period, subject to the conditions set out in the regulation.

This provision is scheduled to take effect on September 21, 2026.

For landlords, this is another reason to keep accurate and organized payment records.

5. Rent-Arrears Hearings Are Changing

Another Bill 60 amendment deals with issues tenants may raise during certain non-payment hearings.

The legislation provides that, unless regulations provide otherwise, a tenant must pay half of the rent arrears claimed in the landlord’s application before the hearing in order to raise certain tenant issues under this process.

The legislation also allows regulations to establish exceptions, additional amounts and payment requirements.

Because implementation details and regulations matter, landlords and tenants should check the current LTB rules before relying on this provision.

Bill 60 Does Not Mean Automatic Evictions

This is an important distinction.

Bill 60 does not give landlords the ability to simply remove a tenant because rent hasn’t been paid or because a notice has been served.

Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act and Landlord and Tenant Board procedures still apply.

Landlords should continue to use the correct forms, maintain proper records and follow the required legal process.

What Does Ontario Bill 60 Mean for Landlords and Investors?

For rental property owners, Bill 60 is another reminder that owning an investment property involves more than collecting rent.

Good tenant screening matters. Accurate documentation matters. Understanding Ontario’s rental rules matters too.

The financial side of the investment is just as important.

Before purchasing a rental property, consider:

• Current market rent
• Property taxes
• Mortgage and financing costs
• Condo or maintenance fees
• Insurance
• Repairs and maintenance
• Vacancy risk
• Monthly cash flow
• Local rental demand
• Long-term resale potential

A property can look attractive based on its purchase price and expected rent. Once all expenses are considered, however, the numbers may tell a different story.

Buying or Selling an Investment Property in Oakville or Burlington?

Ontario’s rental housing landscape continues to change. Investors should understand both the property and the local market before making a decision.

If you’re considering buying or selling an investment property in Oakville, Burlington or Halton Region, I can help with the real estate side of the equation.

We can look at comparable sales, current rental rates, neighbourhood demand, property values and potential resale considerations.

Whether you’re purchasing your first investment property or deciding what to do with one you already own, good market information can help you make a more informed decision.

Thinking about buying or selling an investment property? Let’s connect.

Gary Lima
REALTOR®
Century 21 Miller Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage

This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Ontario landlord and tenant laws, regulations and Landlord and Tenant Board procedures can change. Landlords and tenants should confirm current requirements with the Landlord and Tenant Board and/or obtain advice from a qualified legal professional regarding their individual circumstances.