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What Renters and Landlords Need to Know!
In January, 2007, the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) replaced the Tenant Protection Act (TPA). Also, on this date, the Ontario Rental Housing Tribunal became the Landlord and Tenant Board. Two years have passed, yet, many tenants and landlords are still unfamiliar with the changes that this legislation generated. One of the key changes that affects all applications is the provision that there are no longer default orders.
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Contracts – Door to Door Salespeople… Be Aware!
Have you ever sat down to dinner only to be interrupted by a knock at the door? Door-to-door sales are very common in Elliot Lake. Very often, “energy” salespeople approach residents in this manner. The Legal Clinic advises all residents to be cautious when dealing with any salespeople who come to their door.
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