Ending a Tenancy in Alberta

How an Alberta tenancy ends: notice periods for landlords and tenants, the limited reasons a landlord may end a periodic tenancy, fixed terms and substantial breach.

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Ending a Tenancy in Alberta: Notice Periods for Landlords and Tenants

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Ending a Tenancy in Alberta: Notice Periods for Landlords and Tenants

Alberta notice periods depend on the tenancy type and who is ending it. A tenant gives one tenancy month; a landlord needs three months and a prescribed reason, or 365 days for major renovations.

Periodic or fixed term: start here
Notice periods at a glance
When a landlord can end a periodic tenancy
What every notice must contain
Other ways a tenancy ends
The last day: 12 noon

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