Question 1

How many days notice is required for an N4 in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act requires a minimum of 14 days notice for N4 (non-payment of rent) notices for monthly tenancies. Weekly tenancies require 7 days, and daily tenancies require 1 day. The termination date must be at least 14 days after the deemed receipt date, adjusted for service method.

Question 2

What is the deemed receipt date for an N4 notice?

Accepted Answer

The deemed receipt date depends on how you serve the notice. Hand delivery: same day. Mail: 5 days after mailing. Courier: next business day. Email (with prior consent): same day. The termination date is calculated from this deemed receipt date, not the service date.

Question 3

Can an N4 termination date fall on a weekend or holiday?

Accepted Answer

No. If the calculated termination date falls on a weekend (Saturday or Sunday) or an Ontario statutory holiday, it must be bumped to the next business day. This is required by the Residential Tenancies Act to ensure tenants have adequate time to respond.

Question 4

What happens if I put the wrong termination date on my N4?

Accepted Answer

An incorrect termination date is one of the most common reasons for LTB application dismissals. If the date is too short (less than 14 days from deemed receipt), the notice may be deemed invalid. Always use a calculator that accounts for service method, weekends, and holidays.

Question 5

Can the tenant void an N4 notice by paying rent?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The tenant can void the N4 notice by paying all rent arrears in full before the termination date. If they pay, the notice is voided and you cannot proceed with an L1 application based on that notice. However, you can serve a new N4 if they fall behind again.

Ontario N4 Calculator: Termination Date for Non-Payment of Rent