Housing Corporation v Riyaleh
Last updated: August 9, 2026
Order
Decision in favor of
Landlord
Previous Order
Overturned
Dispute Categories
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Citation: Housing Corporation v Riyaleh, LTB-L-064415-25-RV, 2026 ONLTB 41542
File Number: LTB-L-064415-25
Timeline
Hearing Date
Apr 2026
Order Date
May 27, 2026
Decision
The review was granted. Upon rehearing the application de novo, the member found the grounds for termination proven but granted relief from eviction subject to conditions preventing future violence.
Reason for Eviction Relief
Tenant expressed genuine regret, it was an isolated incident, and eviction would likely result in homelessness and impede the Tenant's ability to manage health conditions.
Dispute
The Landlord sought to terminate the tenancy alleging the Tenant committed an illegal act and seriously impaired the safety of others following an altercation involving a knife. The Tenant requested a review of a previous order. The member granted relief from eviction on conditions.
Determinations
- The Tenant used a kitchen knife in a physical altercation, seriously impairing the safety of the guest and committing an illegal act.
- The Landlord met the burden of proof for the underlying allegations based on the Tenant's own testimony.
- Relief from eviction is appropriate due to the isolated nature of the incident, the Tenant's regret, and the severe personal impact of homelessness.
Landlord's Arguments
Considerations
Tenant's Arguments
Actions and Evidence
Tenant admitted to a physical altercation involving a knife in her unit.
Considerations
Physical assault with a weapon
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