On November 24, 2025, Ontario passed Bill 60, officially known as the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025. The legislation introduces major changes to multiple housing and infrastructure laws, including the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) 2006. The goal: speed up housing construction, improve rental market efficiency, and streamline the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) system.
As the province prepares for Royal Assent, these changes will impact landlords, tenants, newcomers, and international students across Ontario. Because most new immigrants begin their Canadian journey as tenants, this legislation directly affects settlement planning, housing stability, and financial readiness.
This blog breaks down what Bill 60 means for tenants, landlords, and—most importantly—newcomers who are preparing to study, work, or immigrate to Ontario in 2026.
What Has Bill 60 (B 60) Changed?
Bill 60 introduces several major updates to the RTA and the Landlord and Tenant Board process. Here are the key changes and what they mean:
1. Mandatory Use of LTB-Approved Eviction Forms
All eviction or termination notices must now be sent using an LTB-approved form only.
No exceptions, no alternative letters, no landlord-created notices.
Why this matters:
It reduces confusion and ensures both tenants and landlords receive standardized legal documentation.
2. Faster Eviction Notices for Non-Payment of Rent
Previously: Landlords could issue eviction notices after 14 days.
Now: Notices can be issued after 7 days.
Impact on tenants:
This halves the time tenants have to catch up on late payments, increasing the importance of budgeting and timely rent payments.
3. No Compensation Required for “Landlord’s Personal Use” Evictions
If a landlord or their family needs to move into the unit:
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Notice required: 120 days
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Compensation required: None
(Previously, landlords had to pay one month’s rent or offer another unit.)
Impact:
This change strengthens landlord rights but may create challenges for long-term tenants facing displacement.
4. New Requirement for Tenants to Pay 50% of Rent Arrears to Raise Issues
If a tenant wants to argue issues such as maintenance delays, harassment, or poor property conditions at an eviction hearing:
They must pay at least 50% of the overdue amount upfront, or they cannot raise new issues.
Purpose:
Reduces misuse of the LTB system by tenants who delay payments but raise counterclaims at hearings.
5. Shorter Timeline for Reviews or Appeals
Review requests must now be filed within 15 days, instead of the previous 30.
What Bill 60 Means for Landlords
For landlords, Bill 60 largely brings efficiency and greater control.
✔ Faster and more predictable eviction timelines
Reducing non-payment notice periods to 7 days can significantly cut losses for landlords.
✔ Less misuse of the LTB system
Tenants must show financial commitment before raising disputes.
✔ No more compensation for personal-use evictions
This removes a major burden for small landlords who need units for family members.
✔ Standardized notices reduce legal loopholes
Landlords no longer risk eviction notices being invalid due to formatting issues.
Overall, the legislation aims to rebalance the rental system, which many landlords felt had become too tenant-friendly in recent years.
What Bill 60 Means for Tenants
While the bill introduces efficiency, many changes may feel challenging for tenants—especially new immigrants or students unfamiliar with Ontario’s housing system.
✔ Faster eviction notices
Tenants have less time to recover from financial setbacks.
✔ Upfront payment requirement for disputes
This will be difficult for low-income households, new students, and individuals who experience employment gaps.
✔ Personal-use evictions without compensation
Displaced tenants must now manage relocation costs on their own.
✔ Stricter timelines for appeals
Tenants must respond quickly or risk losing rights.
For these reasons, education and awareness will be essential for tenants going into 2026.
How Bill 60 Affects New Immigrants, International Students & Temporary Workers
This is where the connection to immigration becomes critical—something many news summaries have ignored. Ontario is the largest destination for newcomers in Canada, and the majority of them enter the rental market on day one.
With rent costs rising, limited inventory, and newcomers already facing challenges such as:
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lack of rental history
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limited credit history
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language barriers
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unfamiliarity with Ontario landlord-tenant laws
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financial strain during the first few months
the new rules in Bill 60 can create additional stress.
1. Newcomers Are Among the Most Vulnerable Tenants
Most immigrants—whether they arrive through Express Entry, PNP, work permits, or family sponsorship—begin in rental housing.
With the eviction timeline now shorter, they face increased pressure to remain financially stable.
2. International Students Must Understand the New Rules
Ontario hosts the highest number of international students in Canada.
Many students:
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rely on part-time jobs
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face high rent prices
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live in shared accommodations
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have strict financial limits
For these students, a 7-day non-payment eviction warning can create urgency.
The requirement to pay 50% of arrears before raising any issue may also be challenging for those facing financial emergencies.
3. Settlement Agencies Will Need to Educate Tenants
Newcomers often do not fully understand:
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what a legal eviction notice looks like
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when a landlord can ask them to leave
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how to file complaints
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how the LTB works
Bill 60 makes the process more technical and faster-paced, meaning tenant education will become more important than ever.
4. Housing Is a Core Component of Immigration Policy
Both the federal and provincial governments are linking immigration levels to housing supply and rental market stability.
Bill 60’s intention to build faster aligns with Ottawa’s emphasis on ensuring Canada has adequate housing for incoming immigrants.
This means:
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Faster construction
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More rental units
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Improved long-term housing stability
All support continued immigration growth.
What Tenants Should Do Moving Forward
✔ Budget carefully—rent timelines are stricter now
Missing rent even for a week can trigger an eviction notice.
Tenants must plan ahead, especially when transitioning jobs or arriving in Canada.
✔ Understand LTB forms
Know what legal documents look like to avoid scams.
✔ Keep documentation
Emails, maintenance requests, photos, and communication records may be needed if disputes occur.
✔ Seek help from immigration or settlement professionals
Organizations like Eiffel Immigration can help newcomers understand their rights as tenants while settling in Canada.
Final Thoughts: What This Means for Tenants and Newcomers in Ontario
Bill 60 reshapes the rental landscape, giving landlords faster tools to address non-payment and reducing delays at the LTB.
For tenants—especially newcomers, temporary workers, and international students—the bill introduces more urgency in understanding financial commitments and legal rights.
As Ontario continues welcoming thousands of immigrants each year, these changes will play a major role in how newcomers secure housing and build their new lives in Canada.
If you are an international student, worker, or new immigrant preparing to move to Ontario and want help understanding how rental laws impact your settlement plan, Eiffel Immigration is here to guide you every step of the way.
