The Eviction Process in Prince Edward Island
A landlord can't evict you by changing the locks or shutting off utilities -- eviction requires a tribunal order.
Last updated: September 2026
No Self-Help Evictions
A PEI landlord cannot legally evict a tenant by changing the locks, removing belongings, or shutting off utilities. Every eviction must go through the Residential Rental Property Tribunal and end with a formal order.
Filing and the Hearing
If a tenant disputes a notice to end the tenancy, or the landlord needs an order to enforce it, either side can apply to IRAC's Residential Rental Property Tribunal. The tribunal reviews the evidence from both sides and issues a written decision.
Non-Payment Evictions and the Cure Period
For non-payment of rent, PEI's two-tier cure period applies: 20 days to pay what's owed on a first late payment, 10 days on a repeat late payment. Paying in full within the applicable cure period generally stops the eviction from proceeding.
Enforcement
If a tenant doesn't leave after a final order to vacate, enforcement happens through the proper legal channel, not by the landlord personally removing the tenant or their belongings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my PEI landlord change the locks to evict me?
No. This is illegal regardless of the reason. Every eviction must go through the Residential Rental Property Tribunal and end in a formal order.
How much time do I have to catch up on rent before eviction proceeds?
20 days for a first late payment in a tenancy, or 10 days for a repeat late payment -- PEI's distinctive two-tier cure period.
Who removes a tenant if they don't leave after an eviction order?
Enforcement happens through the proper legal channel, never the landlord directly.
Sources
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