Real v Canali
Last updated: August 9, 2026
Order
Decision in favor of
Landlord
Dispute Categories
Notices Sent
Subsections of RTA Quoted
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Citation: Real v Canali, LTB-L-005264-26, 2026 ONLTB 41487
File Number: LTB-L-005264-26
Timeline
Hearing Date
May 2026
Order Date
May 26, 2026
Tenancy End Date
Jun 2026
Decision
The Landlord's application to terminate the tenancy is granted. The Tenant is required to vacate the unit by June 30, 2026, due to repeated interference with building security locks.
Reason for Eviction Relief
To provide the Tenant with additional time to find alternative housing.
Dispute
Landlord applied to terminate the tenancy because the Tenant repeatedly interfered with the security lock on the main entrance, causing safety concerns and damage.
Determinations
- The Tenant failed to void the N5 notice under section 62(3) of the Act.
- The Tenant seriously impaired the safety of other tenants by obstructing the security lock on the front door.
- The tenancy is terminated.
- The Landlord is entitled to reimbursement for locksmith costs and application fees.
Landlord's Arguments
Arguments
Landlord argued that the Tenant's actions caused damage, incurred unnecessary locksmith costs, and jeopardized building security.
Actions and Evidence
Landlord installed a lock on the main entrance for building security and compliance with municipal bylaws.
Considerations
Tenant's Arguments
Arguments
Tenant argued that the notices were based on the same facts and should be dismissed, and that the lack of a keypad lock justified his actions to keep the door propped open.
Actions and Evidence
Tenant repeatedly propped open the building's main security door, applied tape or glue to the lock, and installed a metal plate to prevent the lock from engaging.
Considerations
Repeated interference with security measuresDisregard for the safety of other tenants
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