Notice to End a Tenancy in Newfoundland and Labrador

Tenant Notice: 30 Days

A tenant ending a month-to-month tenancy in Newfoundland and Labrador must give at least 30 days' written notice.

Landlord Notice: 90 Days

A landlord ending a month-to-month tenancy without cause must give at least 90 days' written notice, three times longer than what's required of the tenant. This asymmetry reflects how much more disruptive an unwanted move is for a tenant than a lease-end is for a landlord.

Ending a Fixed-Term Lease

For a fixed-term lease, either party generally needs to give notice at least 60 days before the term's end date if they don't want it to continue. Without that notice, the tenancy typically continues on a month-to-month basis under the same terms.

Notice for Non-Payment of Rent

If rent isn't paid when due, a landlord can issue a notice to end the tenancy for non-payment. A monthly tenant generally has a 10-day cure period to pay what's owed and stop the eviction before it proceeds. Always confirm the current cure-period rules with the Residential Tenancies Division before treating a non-payment notice as final.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much notice does a tenant need to give to move out in Newfoundland and Labrador?

At least 30 days' written notice for a month-to-month tenancy.

How much notice does a landlord need to give to end a month-to-month tenancy?

At least 90 days' written notice -- three times longer than the notice a tenant must give.

What notice applies to a fixed-term lease in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Either party generally needs to give at least 60 days' notice before the term's end date, or the tenancy typically continues month-to-month.

What happens if I fall behind on rent?

A landlord can issue a non-payment notice, but a monthly tenant generally has a 10-day cure period to pay what's owed and stop the eviction.