Property Forms

Cancel a tenant's lease before the end of the lease term with this Alberta Agreement for Early Termination of Lease form.

• This form is not for evictions. It can only be used when both the landlord and tenant agree to terminate the lease early.
• This Agreement is for residential tenants only. A different form is required for commercial rental properties.
• The tenant must still give the landlord written notice setting out the proposed termination date.
• The tenant agrees to pay a lease buyout fee.

This 2-document package for Alberta landlords contains policies covering the use and cultivation of cannabis as well as a general No Smoking Policy for all rental units and common areas in the building.

• The Cannabis Policy bans smoking, vaping or growing recreational cannabis (marijuana) anywhere on the premises.
• Persons registered to use medical marijuana can apply for an exemption from the ban.
• Cannabis use by minors is absolutely prohibited.
• The No Smoking Policy bans smoking or vaping of any substances. There is an optional grandfathering clause for existing leases.
• Tenants are responsible for ensuring their guests and invitees comply with the policies and for reporting any violations they observe.
• Non-compliance with the terms of the policies will result in issuance of a 14-day termination notice in acordance with the Residential Tenancies Act.
• These policies are written to comply with the laws of the Province of Alberta, including the Alberta Human Rights Act.
• You can download the policy templates immediately after purchasing them. Available in MS Word format.

Lease a condo or townhouse in Alberta to a tenant with this Alberta Condominium Fixed Term Lease Agreement.

• Application of Laws. The lease is governed by the Residential Tenancies Act and the Condominium Property Act. In the event of a conflict, the Condominium Property Act will apply.
• Damage. The tenant agrees not to damage the building, the common areas and any other property belonging to the condominium corporation.
• By-laws. The tenant also agrees to abide by the condo by-laws.
• Rights of Corporation. The condominium corporation has the right to take legal action to evict the tenant if the tenant breaches his/her obligations under the Condominium Property Act.
• Owner's Obligations. The condo owner (landlord) must provide the tenant with copies of the by-laws, and comply with its obligations under the Act and the By-laws with respect to leasing of the unit.
• Expiry. The lease will revert to a month-to-month tenancy at the end of the term unless either party has given written notice of termination or the parties have signed a new lease.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Before you can rent your condo unit to a tenant, you'll need a good standard-form Tenancy Agreement.

• The rental agreement is governed by the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act and the Condominium Property Act. In the event of a conflict, the Condominium Property Act will apply.
• This agreement contemplates a monthly tenancy, but it can be easily edited for a bi-yearly or yearly tenancy.
• The tenant agrees not to damage the building, the common areas and any other property belonging to the condominium corporation.
• The tenant also agrees to abide by the By-laws and Rules and Regulations governing the building.
• The condo association has the right to take legal action to evict the tenant if the tenant breaches his/her obligations under the Condominium Property Act.
• The unit owner (landlord) must provide the tenant with copies of the by-laws, and comply with its obligations under the By-laws and provincial laws and regulations governing rental of the unit.
• Available as a downloadable and fully editable MS Word template.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Extend the term of a tenant's lease on a residential rental property in Alberta with this template Extension of Residential Lease.

• Mutual Agreement of Parties. The landlord and tenant mutually agree to extend the lease for the period of time set out in the agreement.
• Month-to-Month Tenancy. The rental becomes a monthly tenancy from the date of extension.
• Remaining Provisions Remain. All provisions of the original lease which are not amended by the parties will remain in force.
• Residential Lease Only. This form is for Alberta residential leases only. You must use a commercial lease extension agreement for business tenants.
• Format. The template is provided in MS Word format, and is fully editable and easy to use.
• Jurisdiction. This form is meant to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Rent a house, apartment or suite in Alberta to a tenant under this month-to-month Residential Tenancy Agreement.

• The Tenancy Agreement contains standard provisions for a rental contract such as:
  • how the security deposit will be held, used (if necessary) and returned to the tenant at the end of the tenancy;
  • the obligation of each of the parties as set out in the Residential Tenancies Act;
  • how the tenancy can be terminated by either party;
  • pet provisions;
  • tenant improvements;
  • restrictions on smoking and growing cannabis.
• This Tenancy Agreement CANNOT be used for a mobile home site rental, vacation property rental, or to rent living quarters in a landlord's residence.
• The template is provided in MS Word format. Download, fill in the relevant information and get it signed. Use as needed for all your rental properties.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Instructions for Alberta Landlords

If your tenant has failed to pay rent, you may address this issue by serving them with the Notice of Termination of Tenancy for Non-payment of Rent. This process is governed by the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act, ensuring that the steps you take are in accordance with provincial regulations.

Vacating the Premises

Upon receiving the Notice, the tenant is required to vacate the premises by the date specified in the document. However, if the tenant pays the outstanding rent arrears on or before the designated date, the termination may be avoided.

Service of Notice Form

This package includes a Service of Notice Form. Use this form to accurately record the method and details of how the Notice was delivered to the tenant, ensuring proper documentation for your records.

Form Features and Usage

The Notice is a reusable legal form available in Microsoft Word format. You can use it as often as needed by simply filling in the blanks with the relevant information for each situation. Please note that this form is suitable for all types of residential rental premises in Alberta, with the exception of mobile homes.

Jurisdiction

This Notice is intended for use solely within the Province of Alberta, Canada.

If your tenant is in breach of the rental agreement, serve him/her with this Alberta Notice of Termination of Tenancy for Substantial Breach.

When should I use this Notice of Termination form?

This Notice form should be served on a tenant who has substantially breached the terms of tenancy agreement in some manner OTHER THAN failure to pay rent. The Notice formally notifies the tenant that they must vacate the premises by a specified date for the reasons set out in the Notice.

You can use this Notice of Termination for any type of rental property that is covered by the Residential Tenancies Act.

Applicable Law

The Notice is given in accordance with the Residential Tenancies Act of Alberta. This form should only be used in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Proof of Service

A Service of Notice Form is included in the template, to record how the document was served on the tenant.

Format and Use of Document

This is a reusable landlord-tenant notice in MS Word format. It is downloadable and reusable. Pay for the form once, use it as often as you require. This makes the form convenient and cost-effective for landlords and rental property managers.

Give notice to a tenant that you are ending their tenancy for unpaid rent or utilities with this 10 Day Notice to End Tenancy Form RTB-30.

• This Notice is only for tenants who are behind in the rent or who money for unpaid utilities.
• The free 10 Day Notice can be used for tenants of a house, apartment or mobile home.
• It includes instructions for both landlords and tenants on the effect of the notice and the next steps to be taken.
• BC Residential Tenancy Office Form RTB-30.
• This is a free PDF download which can be filled out on the computer or by hand.

Rent a commercial premises in British Columbia to a business or retail tenant with this Short Form Commercial Lease Agreement.

This Short Form Commercial Lease Agreement is designed for renting commercial premises in British Columbia, Canada, to business or retail tenants. The agreement is intended for use exclusively within the Province of B.C. and is available as a reusable and customizable Word document.

Lease Term

The lease is established for a fixed term, such as one year. Upon the expiry of this term, the lease may convert to a month-to-month tenancy, provided the landlord consents to this arrangement.

Services and Additional Rent

Services that are provided and paid for by the landlord will be charged to the tenant as additional rent. These charges will be invoiced to the tenant on a monthly basis.

Repairs and Maintenance

The landlord retains sole responsibility for carrying out repairs and maintenance on the building throughout the duration of the lease.

Renewal Option

At the conclusion of the initial lease term, the commercial lease may be renewed for a further term if the tenant chooses to do so, provided the tenant is not in default of any lease obligations.