Housing

The Case Management Hearing: A Smarter, Lower-Cost Path in Co-op Eviction Cases

October 30th, 2025 by Hunter Stone

When Co‑operatives file an eviction application with the Landlord and Tenant Board (the LTB) – typically over unpaid or repeated late payment of housing charges – the hearings process typically starts with a Case Management Hearing (CMH). While many Boards brace for a full tv show drama showdown, a CMH offers a quiet and less informal path forward. Here’s why Co‑operative’s often find it’s a better route forward to resolve issues and keep costs lower.

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Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association Conference 2025

October 27th, 2025 by Hunter Stone

Iler Campbell will have a vendor booth at the 2025 Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association Conference, on October 31, 2025, at the Sheraton Centre in Toronto. This year’s theme Housing at the Heart: From Reliance to Resilience couldn’t be more spot-on for the work we’re passionate about. Whether you’re a housing board member, advocate, or familiar face, Safia Lakhani and Hunter Stone will be at the booth to welcome you. Come by, say hello and enjoy a sweet treat!

Navigating Decisions at a Co-op Notice to Appear Meeting: Options for Boards

October 24th, 2025 by Hunter Stone

Housing Co-operatives address a multitude of issues like unpaid housing charges and behavioural issues. If challenges escalate, the Co-operative’s Board of Directors (Board) may issue a Notice to Appear (NTA), which is an invitation to a member to discuss the matter at a meeting with the Board. This step draws from requirements set out in the Co-operative’s Occupancy by-law,

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To photograph or not to photograph during a landlord’s unit inspection

September 18th, 2025 by Hunter Stone

The balance between a landlord’s need to manage their property and a tenant’s right to privacy is a question which is often raised when photographing during unit inspections.

A person holding a camera. Credit: William Bayreuther / https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-canon-dslr-camera-hfk6xOjQlFk

The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 (RTA), governs the relationship between landlords and tenants in Ontario, and sets out rules surrounding unit inspections. The balance between a landlord’s need to manage their property and a tenant’s right to privacy is a question which is often raised when photographing during unit inspections. Continue reading “To photograph or not to photograph during a landlord’s unit inspection”

Understanding Broom Swept Condition: A Tenant’s Guide to Moving Out in Ontario

September 16th, 2025 by Hunter Stone

If you rent in Ontario, it’s likely that you’ve seen a requirement stating that you must leave your unit in a “broom swept condition” before moving out. The phrase describes how the landlord expects to see the state of your unit upon vacating, but the meaning can feel unclear. Knowing what broom swept conditions entail could help you meet a landlord’s expectations and avoid future disputes.

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2026 Ontario Rent Increase: What you Need to Know

August 25th, 2025 by Hunter Stone

Each year, the Ontario Government sets a guideline for rent increases and is applicable to most renters. The guideline regulates the maximum present a landlord can increase rent – this helps to balance affordability for renters with the financial needs of property owners. Continue reading “2026 Ontario Rent Increase: What you Need to Know”