News
My Landlord Needs To Make Repairs, What Are My Rights and Responsibilities?
Mary Ann Tierney, Off-Campus Living Advisor - Date Published: Oct 02, 2026
Living in a rental means that, from time to time, your landlord or a maintenance professional may need to enter your unit to make repairs, complete maintenance, or inspect the property. So, what does the Residential Tenancies Act say about entry?
Starting Your Housing Search: Don’t Rush to Rent
Mary Ann Tierney, Off-Campus Living Advisor - Date Published: Oct 01, 2026
Every fall, many students start to worry that they need to sign a lease right now for May or September of next year. You don’t.
Household Communication Essentials for September
OCLA Office - Date Published: Sep 03, 2026
Whether you’re living with others for the first time or returning after the summer, sharing a home takes effort, patience, and clear communication.
Your Lease Doesn't End With the End Date Stated On Your Lease- It Continues Automatically
Written by Mary Ann Tierney, OCLA - Date Published: Aug 05, 2026
Many students think their lease “expires” at the end of the 8-month or 12‑month term. In Ontario, that’s not how it works.
N1 Form and Rent Increases
Written by Mary Ann Tierney, Off-Campus Living Advisor - Date Published: Jul 08, 2026
In Ontario, landlords can only raise the rent once every 12 months of tenancy, and they must give you 90 days’ written notice using the official N1 form.