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Lease commercial business premises in Canada to business tenants with these downloadable and customizable commercial lease forms prepared in accordance with Canadian laws.

 

Are there laws in Canada that govern business premises leases?

The terms and conditions of commercial leases in Canada are generally governed by common law. There is very little regulation of business leases. The parties' rights and obligations are mainly just set out in writing in the lease agreement. That is why it's important for landlords to develop a well structured standard lease form, and for tenants to read and understand the document before signing it.

Current laws governing commercial leasing in Canada:

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Newfoundland Mutual Cancellation of Commercial Lease

Cancel an existing lease on office or retail space with this Mutual Cancellation of Lease template for Newfoundland and Labrador.

  • This agreement is only for commercial tenancies. You will need to use a different form for residential tenants.
  • The lessor (landlord) and lessee (tenant) mutually agree that the lease will terminate as of a specific date.
  • All rights and obligations of the parties under the lease are extinguished, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
  • This legal form template is downloadable and fully editable to fit your needs.
  • Intended to be used only in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
$2.29

Newfoundland Nondisturbance Agreement

If you are mortgaging your commercial building, give your tenants a measure of comfort by having the mortgagee sign this Nondisturbance Agreement for Newfoundland & Labrador.

  • The mortgage lender agrees that, in the event the landlord defaults on the mortgage and the property is foreclosed upon, the tenant shall continue to occupy the premises undisturbed, provided that the tenant is not in default under the lease.
  • This legal form template is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable to meet your specific circumstances.
  • Intended to be used only in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
$6.29

Newfoundland Offer to Lease Commercial Premises

Write up an Offer to Lease a commercial premises (business, retail, office or warehouse) with this easy-to-use template for Newfoundland and Labrador.

  • Once accepted, the Offer will become legally binding.
  • The lease will be a completely net and carefree lease to the landlord.
  • The tenant will pay utilities, and a proportionate share of taxes and operating costs as additional rent.
  • The tenant will also be responsible for all repairs (other than structural repairs), and carrying public liability insurance.
  • The landlord will pay the tenant an improvement allowance for leasehold improvements.
  • The template includes a Schedule describing Landlord's Work and Tenant's Work.
  • This is a fully customizable legal form template in MS Word format.
  • Intended to be used only in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
$29.99

Newfoundland Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease

Renew and extend a business tenant's lease with this Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form for Newfoundland and Labrador.

  • The parties agree to the expiry date of the new lease term, and the rental payments for the new term.
  • The tenant has no further right to extend or renew the lease.
  • The remaining terms and provisions of the original lease remain in full force and effect.
  • This template is for commercial leases only. Use the Extension of Residential Lease form for residential tenancies.
  • Available in MS Word format and fully editable.
  • Intended to be used only in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
$6.29

Newfoundland Standard Form Commercial Lease

Rent out office or retail business premises in Newfoundland and Labrador to a tenant with this Standard Form Commercial Lease Agreement

  • The tenant has the option to renew the lease after the initial term expires.
  • The lease template contains alternate paragraphs depending on whether the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, or if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
  • The lease also contains alternate paragraphs for payment of the property taxes, depending on whether the landlord or the tenant will be paying the taxes.
  • The tenant agrees not to register its leasehold interest against title to the property, but has the right to register a caveat so long as the tenant discharges the caveat at the end of the lease.
  • The landlord is not responsible for death or injury to persons on the premises, or for any loss or damage of personal property. The tenant indemnifies the landlord against any claims or actions arising from the lease or the tenant's use of the premises.
  • This is a Canadian legal document intended for use in the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
$29.99

Nova Scotia Assignment of Lease by Landlord

Transfer an existing lease to a new owner of the property with this Nova Scotia Assignment of Lease by Landlord form.

  • The Assignment is between the seller (current landlord), the purchaser of the property (new landlord), and the tenant, and is part of the documentation required to complete the sale of the rental premises.
  • The tenant covenants to pay rent to the new landlord and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
  • The purchaser and seller agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
  • The Assignment form can be used for both commercial and residential rental properties.
  • This legal form template is available as a MS Word download.
  • Intended for use only in the Province of Nova Scotia, Canada.
$11.99

Nova Scotia Commercial Net Lease Agreement

This Nova Scotia Commercial Net Lease Agreement is a comprehensive legal template that makes it easy to write all your leases in a standardized format.

This document is provided in a downloadable MS Word format and can be fully customized to suit individual requirements.

Net Lease Terms

Under the terms of this Lease, the arrangement is “net” to the landlord. The tenant assumes responsibility for paying all taxes, charges, and assessments that may be levied against the premises.

Indemnification

The lease requires the tenant to indemnify the landlord against any loss or damage that may occur in connection with the premises.

Insurance Requirements

Tenants are obligated to obtain and maintain insurance coverage as specified by the landlord, ensuring adequate protection throughout the lease term.

Acceleration of Rent

Should the tenant undergo bankruptcy, liquidation, or receivership, the agreement includes provisions for the acceleration of rent, requiring immediate payment of outstanding amounts.

Removal of Fixtures and Chattels

At the conclusion of the lease term, tenants retain the right to remove their fixtures and chattels from the premises.

Tenant’s Continuing Liability

If the lease is transferred or assigned, or if the premises are sublet, the tenant remains liable for all obligations under the lease agreement.

Renewal and Holdover Options

Tenants are given the option to renew the lease for an additional term. Should the lease not be renewed and the tenant continues to occupy the premises beyond the original term, the agreement stipulates that the tenancy will convert to a month-to-month arrangement.

Jurisdiction

The template is intended for use only in the Province of Nova Scotia, Canada.

$39.99

Nova Scotia Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement

Rent out office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this Nova Scotia Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

  • A triple net lease means that the tenant pays for everything to do with the premises including structural repairs, taxes, levies, and charges.
  • There is a renewal option in the lease.
  • Rent includes an HST component.
  • The tenant is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
  • In the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building, the rent will be abated or the lease will be terminated.
  • The tenant must provide an estoppel certificate on request by the landlord.
  • This Nova Scotia Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement template makes it easy for you to prepare lease contracts for your business tenants.
$29.99

Nova Scotia Mutual Cancellation of Commercial Lease

Cancel an existing lease on office or retail space with this Nova Scotia Mutual Cancellation of Lease template.

  • This agreement is only for commercial tenancies. You will need to use a different form for residential tenants.
  • The lessor (landlord) and lessee (tenant) mutually agree that the lease will terminate as of a specific date.
  • All rights and obligations of the parties under the lease are extinguished, except for those which accrue prior to the termination date.
  • This legal form template is downloadable and fully editable to fit your needs.
  • Intended to be used only in the Province of Nova Scotia, Canada.
$2.29

Nova Scotia Nondisturbance Agreement

If you are mortgaging your commercial building, give your tenants a measure of comfort by having the mortgagee sign this Nondisturbance Agreement for Nova Scotia.

  • The mortgage lender agrees that, in the event the landlord defaults on the mortgage and the property is foreclosed upon, the tenant shall continue to occupy the premises undisturbed, provided that the tenant is not in default under the lease.
  • This legal form template is provided in MS Word format and is fully editable to meet your specific circumstances.
  • Intended to be used only in the Province of Nova Scotia, Canada.
$6.29