Products tagged with 'canada commercial leasing'

Lease a commercial building and adjoined land in Canada to a business tenant with this comprehensive downloadable lease template.

• The lease is for the land and buildings already on the location, or to be constructed at a later date, which are solely at the risk of the tenant.
• This is a net lease, and the tenant is responsible for paying all taxes, charges, rates, expenses, and outgoings related to the premises.
• The tenant must maintain comprehensive liability insurance, all risks physical damage insurance, boiler and pressure vessel and machinery breakdown insurance, in forms and amounts satisfactory to the landlord.
• The tenant shall not request local improvements from the municipality without the landlord's consent.
• The tenant grants the landlord a security interest over all of its present and after acquired personal property, as collateral security for its performance of its obligations under the lease.
• The landlord is not required to maintain, repair or rebuild the leased premises if they are damaged or destroyed.
• This legal template can be used in most Canadian provinces and territories. A different form may be required for Quebec.

Make an offer to lease an undeveloped commercial business premises in Canada using this comprehensive template.

• The form can be used to make a leasing offer on retail, office or warehouse space in an undeveloped or partially developed commercial property, or for additions to existing commercial land and buildings.
• The offer is contingent upon the landlord providing a satisfactory Phase I Environmental Assessment Report and survey plan.
• The offeror (tenant) will provide financial statements, architectural drawings, development and building permits, and construction contract.
• The lease must be guaranteed by a principal of the tenant (such as a director, sole proprietor, partner, etc).
• This Offer to Lease form is downloadable, fully customizable and easy to use.
• The template can be used anywhere in Canada. English language version only.

Lease a restaurant premises in Canada to a tenant with this Restaurant Lease template.

• This is a triple net lease, and the tenant pays all taxes, charges and assessments on the premises, all operating costs, all utilities and services to the premises.
• Parking.The restaurant shares the common parking lot with other businesses in the mall or building.
• Indemnification. The tenant indemnifies the landlord against any claims arising from the tenant's use and occupation of the space.
• Use of Premises. The premises are to be used for the purposes of a restaurant only. This lease can be used for a dine-in or take-out and delivery restaurant. The tenant will have the exclusive right during the lease term to sell specific food items in the building / mall.
• Insurance. The tenant is required to carry comprehensive general liability insurance, all risk insurance, boiler and machinery insurance (if applicable), and business interruption insurance.
• Events of Default. If the tenant becomes bankrupt or insolvent, or if a receiver is appointed, the current month's rent and the next 3 months' rent will become immediately payable, and the landlord has the right to recover possession of the premises.
• Dispute Resolution. The parties agree to binding arbitration in the event of a dispute.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in Canada.

Lease office space to a tenant with this Canada Office Lease and Indemnity Agreement.

• Net Lease. This lease is an absolute net office lease, and the landlord is not responsible for any costs or expenses relating to the office premises or the tenant's use of the space, except for any taxes or assessments which the landlord must pay (including income tax).
• Additional Rent. In addition to the basic rent, the tenant will pay additional rent for the tenant's proportionate share of taxes, costs of operation and special services provided for the leased premises.
• Energy Conservation. The tenant is responsible for complying with all laws and regulations relating to energy conservation, including any requests from and programs instituted by the landlord.
• Building Management. The landlord will control the operation of the building, and is responsible for all building services and management.
• Indemnification. The lease includes an Indemnity of Landlord form as an inducement for the landlord to enter into the lease.
• Available as a fully customizable MS Word document.
• Intended to be used only in Canada.

Rent shared office space to start-up businesses in a business centre or incubator in Canada with this flexible Shared Office Space Agreement (Licence to Occupy).

Rent office space to entrepreneurs, freelancers, consultants, remote teams and start-up companies with this professionally drafted Canadian licence to Occupy Agreement template.

Designed for use by business centres, coworking facilities, executive suites and incubator spaces across Canada, this easy-to-use agreement helps clearly define the rights and obligations of both the office provider and the occupant.

Whether you offer private offices, temporary workstations, hot desks or shared business facilities, this customizable template provides a practical legal framework for short-term occupancy arrangements.

Ideal for Coworking Spaces and Business Incubators

This Shared Office Space Agreement (licence to Occupy) is suitable for:

• Shared office and coworking spaces
• Executive office suites
• Business incubators and accelerators
• Startup hubs and innovation centres
• Temporary office rentals
• Weekly or monthly office occupancy arrangements
• Commercial workspace licensing.

The agreement is intended for situations where occupants are granted permission to use office space and shared facilities without creating a traditional landlord-tenant relationship.

Features of the Licence to Occupy Template

This Canadian template includes provisions covering:

• Weekly or monthly occupancy terms
• Temporary office space licensing
• Shared meeting and conference room access
• Reception and administrative services
• Telephone and internet access
• Wireless and business facility usage
• Photocopier and office equipment access
• Allocation of utility and operating costs
• Occupant responsibilities and conduct
• Insurance obligations
• Indemnification and liability protection
• Default and termination provisions
• Protection against claims and damages
• Canadian governing law clauses

The agreement template is fully editable and will download to your device immediately upon purchase. This is a reusable template which can be customized and reused as often as necessary.

The Licence to Occupy Agreement is supplied in fully editable Microsoft Word format, allowing you to quickly customize copies for each licensee.

Designed for Canadian Business Operations

This template is specifically prepared for use in Canada and is designed to support commercial shared workspace arrangements commonly used in:

• Coworking offices
• Commercial business centres
• Flexible office rental operations
• Startup incubators
• Professional office sharing arrangements

The agreement expressly states that the arrangement is a licence to occupy and NOT a lease, which means that landlord-tenant laws will not apply.

Why Use a Licence to Occupy Instead of a Commercial Lease?

A Licence to Occupy Agreement is commonly used when office space is shared, temporary or service-based. Unlike a traditional commercial lease, a licence arrangement can offer:

• Greater flexibility for short-term occupancy.
• Easier management of rotating occupants.
• Shared access to common business facilities.
• Simplified administration for coworking operations.
• Reduced long-term leasing commitments.

This type of agreement is frequently used by coworking operators and business incubators that provide furnished offices and shared amenities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Licence to Occupy Agreement?

A Licence to Occupy Agreement gives a business or individual permission to use office space without creating a formal commercial tenancy. It is commonly used for coworking spaces, executive offices and shared business facilities.

Can this agreement be used for any type of coworking space?

Yes. This agreement is ideal for coworking offices, startup incubators, executive suites and shared office environments in Canada. The template supports both weekly and monthly occupancy arrangements.

Does landlord and tenant legislation apply to the Licence to Occupy Agreement?

The agreement is intended to create a licence arrangement rather than a traditional lease. Therefore commercial landlord and tenant laws do not apply to the arrangement.

Is the agreement editable?

Yes. The agreement is provided in Microsoft Word format for easy customization. It can also be reused as often as you need to, without paying any additional licence fees and without the need for a subscription. Pay once, use often.

Download Your Canadian Licence to Occupy Agreement Today

Create clear, professional occupancy arrangements for shared office and coworking spaces with this Canadian Shared Office Space / Licence to Occupy Agreement template.

Suitable for business centres, incubators, executive office providers and flexible workspace operators across Canada. NOTE: A French-language version may be required for provinces with French language laws.

Rent out space for a manufacturing and distribution centre in Ontario with this template Commercial Lease Agreement.

• The tenant leases the entire facility and pays all expenses, utilities, etc.
• The tenant is responsible for all maintenance and repairs (except roof, structure, or HVAC).
• Costs to be included as additional rent.
• The landlord's remedies if the tenant defaults.
• The tenant's trade fixtures remain the tenant's property, but all improvements become the property of the landlord.
• The tenant agrees not to register its leasehold interest, or to allow any creditor to register a claim against its leasehold interest.
• The lease will become void if the provisions of the Planning Act are not complied with.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Ontario, Canada.