Ontario N4 Planning Worksheet

Organize the information you may need when reviewing a non-payment-of-rent situation. This worksheet does not create an N4 and does not determine whether a notice is legally valid.

September 21, 2026 update: For an N4 given on or after September 21, 2026, the termination date must generally be at least 7 days after the notice is given. Earlier notices are subject to the rules in force when they were given. Always use the current Tribunals Ontario N4 form and instructions.

Tenancy & arrears information

Rental unit addressTenant name(s)Regular rent ($)Rent due dayLast payment dateAmount last paid ($)

Arrears notes / rental periods

Preparation checklist

I checked the lawful rent amount and any rent-increase notices.I reconciled payments, credits and the last-month rent deposit separately.I have a rent ledger or payment history supporting the amount claimed.I reviewed the current official N4 form and instructions from Tribunals Ontario.I checked the current termination-date and service rules. For an N4 given on or after September 21, 2026, the minimum termination period is generally 7 days.I understand that an incorrect amount, date, ground or service method can affect an LTB proceeding.

Related resources

Use the Rent Arrears Ledger, read the Ontario N4 guide, and use the LTB Notice & Form Finder to reach current official forms.

Important: This worksheet is for organization only. It is not an N4 notice, does not calculate a legally valid termination date, and is not legal advice. Use the current Tribunals Ontario N4 form and instructions before acting.

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