Nunavut Landlord-Tenant Law
Residential Tenancies Act (R.S.N.W.T. 1988, c. R-5, as duplicated for Nunavut) — read the act →
What do you need to do?
Nunavut Rental Officer handles tenancy disputes. 7-day notice for non-payment. No pet or damage deposit may exceed 1 month's rent. Hearings typically held in the community where the rental unit is located. Rental Officer: 867-975-6180. https://www.nunavutcourts.ca/index.php/rental-officer
Security Deposit
Security deposit capped at one month's rent. Must be returned within 10 days of tenancy end.
Rent Increases
No rent control in Nunavut. Landlord must give 3 months notice of rent increase.
Grounds for Eviction
- Non-payment of rent
- Breach of tenancy agreement
- Damage or illegal activity
- Landlord's personal use
Tribunal: Rental Officer (Nunavut) — Residential Tenancies Act (R.S.N.W.T. 1988, c. R-5, as duplicated for Nunavut)
Ask About Nunavut Law
Get answers based on Residential Tenancies Act (R.S.N.W.T. 1988, c. R-5, as duplicated for Nunavut).