Quick Facts. In October 2022, Ontario’s new minimum wage rates will be: General: $15.50 per hour, a raise from $15 per hour. Students under 18: $14.60 per hour, a raise from $14.10 per hour. Are wages increasing 2022? Wages and salaries increased 5.1 percent for the 12-month period ending in September 2022 and increased 4.2 […]
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Can A Landlord Charge You After You Move Out Ontario?
Can the landlord charge the tenant a damage deposit? No. A landlord cannot collect a damage deposit to pay for damage done to the unit. Also, a landlord cannot use the last month’s rent deposit to cover damages in the unit. How long after you move out can a landlord charge you for damages Ontario? […]
Who Qualifies For Ontario Lift Credit?
You can claim this amount if: You were a resident of Canada at the beginning of 2021 (this means if you moved to Canada during 2021, you won’t be able to claim the Ontario LIFT credit) You were a resident of Ontario on December 31, 2021. You had employment income in 2021. What is the […]
What Are My Rights As A Condo Owner In Ontario?
The Rights You Are Entitled to as a Condo Owner ess to your suite for repairs and inspection purposes. As a condo owner, you have a right to vote at the owners’ meets. One of the very basic condo owner rights Ontario is to become a part of the election to the Board of the […]
How Much Does It Cost To Legalize A Basement In Brampton?
To be legal, a basement apartment must be registered with the City of Brampton and the registration may require the following: Completed Application for Registration with the City of Brampton. Payment of non-refundable application deposit ($200) to the City of Brampton. Legal survey of the property. How much does it cost to make a basement […]
Can I Give 30 Days Notice In Ontario?
If the landlord refuses to let you assign You must give the landlord this notice no more than 30 days after you made your request. You must give your landlord at least 30 days’ notice. If you have a daily or weekly tenancy, you must give the landlord at least 28 days’ notice. Do you […]
How Much Do Union Carpenters Make In Ontario?
Average Carpenters Union Local 27 Carpenter hourly pay in Toronto, ON is approximately $22.00, which is 18% below the national average. How much does a journeyman carpenter make in Ontario? An experienced Journeyman Carpenter with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of C$35.61 based on 8 […]
Can Landlord Keep Security Deposit For Breaking Lease Ontario?
In Ontario, a landlord can neither collect a damage deposit nor use the tenant’s last month’s rent deposit to cover the damages done to the rental premises. The same applies to other situations, like the tenant terminating the lease early, abnormal cleaning costs, and unpaid utilities, among others. What happens if you break a lease […]
Is There A Standard Lease In Ontario?
All sections of the standard lease are mandatory and cannot be changed. When completed, the standard lease creates a contract between the landlord and tenant. This part provides more information about the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords under the act, starting on page nine. Who fills out the Ontario Standard lease? Signatures All […]
How Long Does A Lease Last In Ontario?
12 months. Ontario has a Standard Form of Lease for residential properties. The standard form of lease lists things like: Names and contact information of the tenant and the landlord. How long the lease is (usually 12 months, but can be for short time if specified). Do leases in Ontario expire? In Ontario, when a […]