Landlord Guides
Guides for Property Owners
Plain-language guides for owners who rent out a home in Ottawa, Gatineau or Chelsea. Each one lists the official sources it is based on.
Renting Out Your Home in Ottawa: A Guide for Ontario Landlords
The standard lease, deposits, rent increases, tenant screening, entry, maintenance, the City of Ottawa's landlord rules and the Vacant Unit Tax.
Read the guideRenting Out a Property in Gatineau or Chelsea: Quebec Rules for Landlords
The TAL lease form, the notice to a new tenant, deposits, rent increases under the 2026 method, renewals and access to the dwelling.
Read the guideRenting Out Your Ottawa Home While You Live Abroad
Non-resident tax on rent, the NR6 and section 216 return, the rules for government employees posted abroad, and planning your return.
Read the guideHow to Choose a Property Manager in Ottawa: 10 Questions to Ask
What to ask about fees, tenant screening, maintenance, rent collection, reporting, both provinces' rules and how the contract ends.
Read the guideTalk to us about your property
Tell us about your home and your plans. We will explain how we would manage it and send you a written proposal.