Éducaloi's Lunch and Law: Lease Renewals and Rent Increases

For most tenants in Quebec, January 1st to March 31st is the lease renewal period. For many, that also means receiving a rent increase notice from the landlord. 

In this Lunch and Law session we will look at the basic rules of lease renewal and rent increases. In particular, we will cover:

• Are leases automatically renewed?
• What must a landlord do to request a rent increase or another change in the lease?
• How do I know if a rent increase is justified?
• What are my options for responding to a rent increase notice?
• What can the landlord do if I refuse the requested increase?

To learn more about these topics, consult:

• Article: Leases
• Article: Renewing a Residential Lease and Rent Increases