Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board
Joy Xiao
MemberLandlord and Tenant BoardOntarioBeta
Rulings, compared with the board
1.48× the board's rate against tenantsDecided against tenants more often than the board does on comparable applications — 1.48× the board's rate (95% interval 1.30–1.65), across 153 contested orders.
Orders are grouped by who applied and what they applied for, and this member’s record is compared with the board’s on that same mix. Withdrawn, settled and non-attendance dismissals are excluded. It measures how these decisions differ from the board’s on cases of the same type.
Dismissals, compared with the board
Bars tenants and landlords about as oftenDismissed tenants' and landlords' applications as not proved, out of jurisdiction or barred on procedure at rates that do not differ once the kind of application is accounted for, across 25 such dismissals of tenants' applications and 15 of landlords'.
Counts only dismissals the member ruled on — not proved, outside the board’s jurisdiction, or barred on procedure. Applications withdrawn, settled or dismissed because nobody attended are excluded, as they are above. The two sides are compared on this member’s own docket, against the board’s rate on the same kinds of application. It does not measure whether any decision was right.
Orders
Showing 151–200 of 233- Decision against tenantMarch 6, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
- Persistent late payment
The tribunal terminated the tenancy based on persistent late payment of rent and ordered the tenant to vacate. The tenant was ordered to pay outstanding rent arrears and application filing costs.
- Arrears · $4,387 · to the landlord
- Filing fee · $186 · to the landlord
- Daily compensation of $115.07 starting March 4, 2026 until the tenant vacates the unit · to the landlord
- Decision against landlordMarch 6, 2026$297
- Non-payment of rent
- Rent deposit disputes
The landlord's application for rent arrears and eviction was resolved after the tenants vacated the rental unit. Because the tenants' rent deposit and accrued interest exceeded the arrears and application fee owed, the landlord was ordered to pay the balance to the tenants.
- The Landlord shall pay to the Tenants $296.71, representing the excess of the rent deposit and interest over the arrears and application fee. · $297
- Decision against tenantMarch 5, 2026
- Substantial interference
- Utility costs
On consent of the parties, the tenancy was terminated effective May 31, 2026, and the tenants were ordered to pay outstanding water utility costs and the filing fee.
- Damages · $5,012 · to the landlord
- Filing fee · $186 · to the landlord
- Decision against landlordEviction refused · the landlord's grounds were not provedMarch 4, 2026
- Unauthorized occupants
The landlord's application to terminate the tenancy and evict the tenant for overcrowding and having a roommate was dismissed. The tribunal found the landlord failed to prove that the number of occupants breached any health, safety, housing standards, or condominium rules.
- The Landlord's application to terminate the tenancy and evict the Tenant is dismissed.
- No finding against either partyLandlord's application dismissed · nobody attendedMarch 4, 2026
- Substantial interference
The landlords' application to end the tenancy for substantial interference was dismissed as abandoned because neither party attended the hearing.
- The Landlord's application is dismissed as abandoned due to non-attendance.
LTB-L-097585-25 · L2Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordMarch 4, 2026$1,850 Deposit returned
- Rent deposit disputes
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application was granted after the tribunal determined that the tenancy ended when the unit was re-rented to a new tenant. The landlord was ordered to return the $1,850.00 rent deposit and reimburse the filing fee.
- Deposit returned · $1,850
- Filing fee · $48
- Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · a procedural barMarch 4, 2026
- Rent increase disputes
- Rent deposit disputes
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application for a rebate of alleged illegal rent and unreturned deposits was dismissed because it was filed after the statutory limitation period.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed as out of time.
LTB-T-057486-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant BoardWilliams & McDaniel Property ManagementRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordMarch 3, 2026$1,173 Illegal rent refunded
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant applied for the return of rent retained by the landlord after the tenancy ended by agreement and a new tenant took possession. The tribunal found the landlord unlawfully retained rent for the remainder of that month and ordered the landlord to repay $1,173.00 plus the filing fee.
- Illegal rent refunded · $1,173
- Filing fee · $48
- No finding against either partyLandlord's application dismissed · withdrawnMarch 3, 2026
- Substantial interference
The landlord withdrew the application to terminate the tenancy, and the tribunal closed the file.
- The Landlord withdrew the application, and the file was closed.
- No finding against either partyLandlord's application dismissed · withdrawnMarch 3, 2026
- Property damage
- Substantial interference
The landlord withdrew its application to terminate the tenancy and claim repair costs, and the Board closed the file.
- The Landlord's application was withdrawn and the file is closed.
- No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedMarch 3, 2026
- Lockout and illegal eviction
- Illegal entry
- Tenant rights
- Harassment
- Substantial interference
The tenant's request for review of an order dismissing their tenant rights application was denied. The original dismissal for non-attendance stands.
- The tenant's T2 application is dismissed due to non-attendance at the hearing.
- The tenant's request to review order LTB-T-044484-25 is denied.
- No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedMarch 2, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application regarding allegedly illegally collected or retained money was dismissed as abandoned after the tenant failed to attend the hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed as abandoned due to non-attendance.
- Decision against landlordMarch 2, 2026$3,000 Illegal rent refunded
- Rent increase disputes
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application was granted after the landlord collected an unlawful rent increase without notice and charged an illegal maintenance fee for a heating repair. The landlord was ordered to repay $3,186.43, including the tenant's filing fee.
- Illegal rent refunded · $3,000
- Filing fee · $48
- refund of illegal maintenance or service fee charged for heating repair · $138
- Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · not provedFebruary 26, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
The tenants' request to review an earlier eviction order for non-payment of rent was denied after they failed to show they were unable to attend the original hearing. The tribunal confirmed the original order and ordered the stay of eviction lifted effective March 11, 2026.
- The Tenant's request to review order LTB-L-085238-25 is denied and the order is confirmed unchanged
- The interim stay of order LTB-L-085238-25 is cancelled and lifted effective March 11, 2026 · to the landlord
- No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 26, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application alleging the landlord collected or retained money illegally was dismissed after the tenant failed to attend the hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed.
LTB-T-058227-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyLandlord's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 26, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
The landlord's request for review was denied, confirming the dismissal of the landlord's eviction application after neither party attended the original hearing.
- The Landlord's request to review order LTB-L-090958-25 is denied and the underlying dismissal of the application is confirmed.
- Decision against landlordEviction refused · the landlord did not meet the Act's requirementsFebruary 25, 2026
- Personal use eviction
The landlord's application to terminate the tenancy for personal use was dismissed because the landlord failed to pay the required compensation by the termination date on the notice.
- The Landlord's application to terminate the tenancy and evict the Tenant is dismissed without consideration of its merits.
- The Tenant shall immediately pay back to the Landlord compensation the Landlord paid the Tenant under subsection 48.1 of the Act. · to the landlord
- Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · not provedFebruary 25, 2026
- Personal use eviction
- Bad faith eviction
The tenant's application alleging a bad-faith eviction was dismissed. The tribunal found that the landlord's son moved into the rental unit within a reasonable time following necessary repairs and clearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed.
LTB-T-043265-25 · T5Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyLandlord's application dismissed · settled by agreementFebruary 24, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
On consent of both parties, the previous order was cancelled and the landlord's non-payment application was discontinued.
- The Landlord's application to terminate the tenancy and evict the Tenant is discontinued on consent.
- Decision against landlordFebruary 24, 2026$20,800 Rent abatement
- Maintenance issues
- Vital services
- Harassment
- Substantial interference
- Safety concerns
The tribunal found that the landlord substantially interfered with the tenant's reasonable enjoyment and harassed the tenant through persistent mould, flooding, lack of fire separation, and an unsealed entry door. The landlord was ordered to pay the tenant $30,949.64 in rent abatement, rent differential, general damages, and application costs.
- Rent abatement · $20,800
- Damages · $9,102
- Damages · $1,000
- Filing fee · $48
Main, 146 Ellsworth Avenue, Toronto
LTB-T-087553-23 · T2Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordFebruary 24, 2026$18,168 Damages
- Personal use eviction
- Bad faith eviction
The tribunal granted the tenants' application, finding that the landlords issued an N12 notice of termination in bad faith and listed the house for sale shortly after the tenants moved out. The landlords were ordered to pay the tenants $18,524.46 for rent differential, moving expenses, and application fee reimbursement.
- Damages · $18,168
- Damages · $308
- Filing fee · $48
LTB-T-033763-25 · T5Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Outcome unclearTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 23, 2026
- Lockout and illegal eviction
- Harassment
- Substantial interference
The tenant requested a review of an earlier order regarding allegations of lock changes, substantial interference, and harassment. Because neither party attended the review hearing, the review was deemed abandoned, the request was denied, and the previous order was confirmed unchanged.
- The tenant's request to review order LTB-T-066802-25 issued on December 22, 2025 is denied as abandoned.
LTB-T-066802-25 · T2Landlord and Tenant Board2533144 Ontario Inc, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyFebruary 23, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
The parties consented to resolve the landlord's non-payment application by replacing the previous order with a payment plan. The tenancy continues conditionally on the tenant paying rent arrears of $14,406.50 over 96 months.
- Arrears · $14,407 · to the landlord
LTB-L-037642-24 · L1Landlord and Tenant BoardToronto Community Housing CorporationRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordFebruary 20, 2026$100 Rent abatement
- Vital services
- Harassment
- Substantial interference
The tribunal found that the landlord harassed the tenant and substantially interfered with their reasonable enjoyment through confrontational attendances and abusive language. The landlord was ordered to pay a $100.00 rent abatement plus $48.00 in filing costs and to refrain from verbal abuse and intimidating conduct.
- Rent abatement · $100
- Filing fee · $48
- The Landlords shall refrain from engaging in verbal abuse, name calling, or intimidating conduct toward the Tenant and shall not attend at the Tenant's site except in accordance with the Act
283 Dryden Road East, Greater Sudbury
LTB-T-091149-24 · T2Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordFebruary 20, 2026$500 Damages
- Illegal entry
- Harassment
- Substantial interference
The tribunal found that the landlord harassed the tenant and substantially interfered with their reasonable enjoyment by making threats of physical removal and calling the police to remove them. The landlord was ordered to pay $648 in rent abatement, general damages, and application filing costs.
- Rent abatement · $100
- Damages · $500
- Filing fee · $48
- Decision against tenantFebruary 20, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
The landlord's application to terminate the tenancy for non-payment of rent was granted. The tenant was ordered to pay arrears and costs or face eviction, with an option to void the order by paying the full amount owing by March 3, 2026.
- Arrears · $7,316 · to the landlord
- Filing fee · $186 · to the landlord
- Daily compensation for use and occupation starting February 12, 2026 · $38 · to the landlord
- No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 19, 2026
- Bad faith eviction
- Illegal entry
- Illegal charges or collection
- Harassment
- Substantial interference
The tenant's application was dismissed after they failed to attend the hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed.
- Decision against tenantLandlord's application dismissed · nothing left to decideFebruary 19, 2026$2,000 Deposit returned
- Non-payment of rent
- Substantial interference
The landlord's application for rent arrears was granted after the tenant vacated the rental unit. The landlord's separate application to terminate the tenancy for substantial interference was dismissed as moot.
- Deposit returned · $2,000
- Deposit returned · $59
- Arrears · $17,118 · to the landlord
- Filing fee · $186 · to the landlord
- Landlord's L2 application dismissed as moot because the tenant vacated the unit
LTB-L-016278-25 · L1;L2Landlord and Tenant BoardThe Manufacturers Life Insurance CompanyRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordFebruary 19, 2026$5,400 Damages
- Personal use eviction
- Bad faith eviction
The tribunal found that the landlord issued an N12 notice of termination in bad faith because the landlord's daughter never genuinely occupied the rental unit. The landlord was ordered to pay the tenant $5,400.00 in general compensation.
- Damages · $5,400
LTB-T-034748-25 · T5Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · not provedFebruary 18, 2026
- Rent reduction
The tenant applied for a rent reduction due to alleged discontinuance of internet, parking, and air conditioning. The tribunal dismissed the application because the internet and parking claims exceeded the one-year limitation period, and the tenant failed to prove that the air conditioning was discontinued or reduced.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed.
LTB-T-073886-25 · T3Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · outside the board's jurisdictionFebruary 18, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
- Whether the Act applies
The tenant's application for a rebate of rent paid to the former owners was dismissed. The tribunal determined it lacked jurisdiction because the respondents ceased to be landlords under the legislation once a mortgagee in possession took over.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.
LTB-T-076596-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant Board1723766 Ontario Limited, Sign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordFebruary 18, 2026$8,405 Damages
- Personal use eviction
- Bad faith eviction
The Board granted the tenant's application, finding the landlord issued an N12 notice of termination in bad faith and subsequently listed and sold the property. The landlord was ordered to pay the tenant $13,973.00 in rent differential and general compensation.
- Damages · $5,568
- Damages · $8,405
Upper, 513 Grandtrunk Avenue, Kingston
LTB-T-038815-25 · T5Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 18, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application for a rebate of allegedly illegal charges was dismissed after neither party attended the scheduled hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed because the Tenant failed to attend the hearing and the application was found to be abandoned.
LTB-T-076626-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant Board1723766 Ontario Limited, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 18, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application for an order regarding money collected or retained illegally was dismissed as abandoned because neither party attended the hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed as abandoned due to non-attendance.
LTB-T-076636-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant Board1723766 Ontario Limited, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 17, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application alleging the landlord collected or retained money illegally was dismissed after neither party attended the hearing.
- The Tenant's application alleging illegally collected or retained money is dismissed as abandoned due to non-attendance.
LTB-T-076661-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant Board1723766 Ontario Limited, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordFebruary 17, 2026$11,200 Damages
- Personal use eviction
- Bad faith eviction
The tribunal found that the landlord issued an N12 notice of termination in bad faith and subsequently listed and sold the property. The landlord was ordered to pay the former tenant $18,095.00 in rent differential, moving expenses, general compensation, and application fee reimbursement.
- Damages · $6,600
- Damages · $247
- Damages · $11,200
- Filing fee · $48
- No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 17, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application regarding alleged illegal charges or money collected was dismissed because neither party attended the hearing.
- The tenant's application is dismissed as abandoned for non-attendance.
LTB-T-076614-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant Board1723766 Ontario Limited, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyLandlord's application dismissed · nothing left to decideFebruary 17, 2026
- Personal use eviction
The landlord's application to terminate the tenancy for personal use was dismissed as moot because the tenant had already vacated the rental unit.
- The Landlord's application is dismissed because it is moot.
- Decision against landlordFebruary 17, 2026$3,304 Rent abatement
- Maintenance issues
The tenant applied for an order determining that the landlord failed to meet maintenance standards regarding mould in the rental unit. The tribunal found the landlord breached maintenance obligations and ordered the landlord to pay a rent abatement and application filing costs totaling $3,352.00.
- Rent abatement · $3,304
- Filing fee · $48
- No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 13, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application alleging illegal collection or retention of money was dismissed after the tenant failed to attend the hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed as abandoned due to non-attendance.
LTB-T-076649-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant Board1723766 Ontario Limited, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyFebruary 13, 2026$2,208
- Maintenance issues
- Substantial interference
The parties resolved the tenant's maintenance and tenant rights applications through a consent agreement. The landlord agreed to pay the tenant $2,208.00 by April 30, 2026.
- Landlord shall pay the Tenant $2,208.00 on consent on or before April 30, 2026 · $2,208
LTB-T-046540-23 · T2;T6Landlord and Tenant BoardCity Housing Hamilton Corporation, City Housing HamiltonRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyFebruary 12, 2026
- Property damage
- Substantial interference
The landlord's application to terminate the tenancy for substantial interference and property damage was resolved on consent. The tenancy continues subject to behavioural conditions and a payment plan for repair costs.
- Damages · $1,650 · to the landlord
- Filing fee · $186 · to the landlord
- Tenant must maintain cleanliness, refrain from substantial interference, and refrain from causing damage · to the landlord
LTB-L-088207-25 · L2Landlord and Tenant BoardOttawa Community Housing CorporationRead the order (PDF) - No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 12, 2026
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application alleging that the landlord collected or retained money illegally was dismissed after neither party attended the hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed as abandoned due to non-attendance.
LTB-T-076657-25 · T1Landlord and Tenant Board1723766 Ontario Limited, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · a procedural barFebruary 10, 2026
- Bad faith eviction
The tenant's application claiming a bad-faith notice of termination was dismissed. The application was filed past the strict one-year statutory deadline following the tenant vacating the rental unit.
- The Tenant's T5 application is dismissed as out of time.
LTB-T-046614-24 · T5Landlord and Tenant BoardSign in to view Landlord, Sign in to view LandlordRead the order (PDF) - Decision against landlordFebruary 10, 2026$750 Deposit returned
- Tenant agreed termination
- Rent deposit disputes
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application was granted after the tribunal found the parties mutually agreed to terminate the tenancy on May 14, 2025. The landlord was ordered to return the remaining half of the last month's rent deposit plus the filing fee.
- Deposit returned · $750
- Filing fee · $48
- Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · not provedFebruary 9, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
The tribunal denied the tenants' request to review an earlier order terminating the tenancy and ordering eviction for non-payment of rent. The original order remains confirmed and the stay of eviction is lifted.
- The tenant's request to review order LTB-L-056192-25 is denied, confirming the original eviction order
- Decision against tenantTenant's application dismissed · not provedFebruary 2, 2026
- Non-payment of rent
The Landlord and Tenant Board denied the tenant's request to review an earlier eviction order for non-payment of rent, confirming the order and lifting the stay. The tenant failed to show they were unable to participate in the original hearing.
- The Tenant's request to review order LTB-L-056822-25 is denied and the order is confirmed
- No finding against either partyTenant's application dismissed · nobody attendedFebruary 2, 2026
- Maintenance issues
- Illegal charges or collection
The tenant's application regarding alleged illegal charges or money retained was dismissed after the tenant failed to attend the hearing.
- The Tenant's application is dismissed as abandoned due to non-attendance.
- Decision against tenantLandlord's application dismissed · nothing left to decideJanuary 30, 2026$3,400 Deposit returned
- Non-payment of rent
- Personal use eviction
The landlord's application for personal use eviction was dismissed as moot because the tenant had already vacated the rental unit. The tribunal terminated the tenancy as of the move-out date and ordered the tenant to pay $20,690.49 in rent arrears and costs after accounting for the rent deposit and interest.
- Deposit returned · $3,400
- Deposit returned · $213
- Arrears · $24,118 · to the landlord
- Filing fee · $186 · to the landlord
- Landlord's L2 application dismissed as moot
- Decision against tenantJanuary 29, 2026
- Personal use eviction
The landlord's application to terminate the tenancy for personal use was granted. The tribunal postponed the eviction date to April 30, 2026, to allow the tenant time to find alternative housing.
- The tenancy is terminated and the tenant must move out of the rental unit on or before April 30, 2026. · to the landlord