Housing disputes affect more than paperwork. They affect stability, security, and livelihood. Retained Legal Services provides support across housing-related matters where fair process and lawful decision-making are essential.

Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB)

Representation for landlords and tenants in matters including:

• Non-payment of rent and arrears

• Lease terminations and eviction proceedings

• Maintenance and repair disputes

• Illegal evictions and harassment

• Interference with reasonable enjoyment

• Enforcement of LTB orders and monetary judgments

Property Assessment and Taxation (Assessment Review Board)

Assistance with challenging unfair MPAC assessments and property classifications that result in improper or excessive taxation.

Housing and Human Rights

Representation before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario in housing-related discrimination and accessibility matters.

Housing is fundamental. Decisions affecting homes and property must be lawful, proportionate, and fair.

Licensing regimes are intended to protect communities, but they often place significant burdens on property owners and small businesses. Retained Legal Services assists clients navigating these requirements and responding to enforcement action.

Short-Term Rentals (STRs)

Support with:

• New and renewal licence applications

• Municipal zoning and compliance requirements

• Ongoing compliance management

• Responsible Person and incident response services

• Appeals of licence denials, suspensions, or revocations

Business and Licensing Disputes

Assistance with:

• Licensing and regulatory appeals

• Compliance enforcement challenges

• Related Small Claims Court matters involving unpaid invoices or service disputes

Licensing is not just administrative. It directly affects livelihoods and property use.

You do not always have to walk away from a loss.

Small Claims Court exists to resolve everyday disputes efficiently and fairly. Claims commonly involve:

• Unpaid loans or invoices

• Breach of contract

• Property damage

• Unreturned deposits or rent

• Poor or incomplete services

• Undelivered goods or misrepresentation

Most claims must be started within two years of discovering the loss.

Support includes:

• Drafting and filing claims or defences

• Evidence organization and preparation

• Service of documents

• Settlement discussions

• Enforcement of judgments

Small Claims matters are often about money, but they are also about fairness and accountability.

Land use decisions shape communities and directly affect property rights. Zoning and planning laws must be applied consistently and lawfully, not arbitrarily.

Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT)

Representation in:

• Zoning and land use appeals

• Severance and consent disputes

• Heritage and environmental matters

Municipal By-Law Prosecutions

Assistance with:

• Zoning and property use enforcement

• Licensing and compliance orders

Environmental and Land Use Matters

Support in matters involving:

• Environmental Protection Act offences

• Conservation and land use restrictions

• Expropriation-related administrative and tribunal processes, with referrals where Superior Court proceedings are required

Property rights deserve protection grounded in law.

In rural Ontario, regulatory laws are part of daily life. Enforcement actions can carry significant consequences, and fairness depends on proper application of the law.

Matters include:

• Hunting and fishing charges

• Environmental offences

• Fire Safety Commission hearings

• Animal Care Review Board matters

These cases can involve fines, licence loss, and impacts on livelihood. Careful advocacy and procedural accuracy matter.

Work, dignity, and access to basic supports are not privileges. They are protected interests that require accountability when systems fail.

Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario

Representation in matters involving:

• Employment, housing, and service discrimination

• Harassment and accessibility disputes

Workplace and Regulatory Disputes

Assistance with:

• Licensing or compliance issues affecting the ability to work

• Non-union employment disputes within paralegal scope

Benefits and Federal Appeals

Support with:

• ODSP and Ontario Works appeals

• CPP, OAS, and EI appeals before the Social Security Tribunal of Canada

When systems fail people, accountability is required.

Not every legal issue is high-profile, but many carry lasting consequences.

Record Suspensions (Pardons)

Assistance with Parole Board of Canada record suspension applications, including document preparation and submission guidance.

Commissioning and Notarization

Commissioning of affidavits and statutory declarations. Mobile service available.

Process Serving

Service must be done correctly. It is a legal requirement, not a formality.

• $90 plus $0.52 per kilometre from Gooderham, Ontario

• Two attempts included

• Sworn affidavit of service provided

• Rush service available

• Optional updates, monitoring, printing, and mailing