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Just the Facts: Ending the Tenancy

There are various reasons why, and circumstances in which, a fixed-term or periodic tenancy might come to an end.

A fixed-term tenancy might run the full term, or might be ended part way through the term. Ending a Fixed-Term Tenancy

The section on ending a periodic tenancy is divided into circumstances when a tenant might give notice, and circumstances when a landlord might give notice. Each section includes details of when a periodic tenancy can be ended because it is alleged that the landlord or tenant has done something wrong, and when a periodic tenancy can be ended because a tenant wants to move out or the landlord needs the premises back. Ending a Periodic Tenancy

The law requires that at least two formal inspections of the rented property are carried out. Inspections

Security deposits must be accounted for at the end of tenancy. Deposit Return

There are situations where a tenant might abandon a property or goods in the premises.  Abandonment

Tenants must give up possession of a property at the end of the tenancy. There are processes in place for landlords to regain possession of property. Possession of Premises

There are several reasons that a condominium corporation may end a tenancy. Condo Corporation Ends Tenancy

There are rules for how and when legal notice must be served on a landlord or tenant. Legal Notice

May 2006

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