Lease Agreement Template Manitoba

RESIDENTIAL TENANCY AGREEMENT (MANITOBA)

Document Control

• Effective Date: [Date]
• Version: 2024.1
• Jurisdiction: Province of Manitoba, Canada
• Governing Legislation: Residential Tenancies Act (Manitoba)

1. LEGAL DISCLAIMER

NOTICE: This document is a template designed to meet the minimum statutory requirements of the Residential Tenancies Act (Manitoba). It does not constitute specific legal advice. Landlords and Tenants are strongly advised to consult the Residential Tenancies Branch (RTB) to ensure compliance with current amendments. Use of this document is at the user's sole risk.

2. PARTIES

LANDLORD: [Full Legal Name of Landlord/Corporation] Address for Service: [Street Address, City, Province, Postal Code] Contact: [Phone Number / Email]

TENANT(S): [Full Legal Name of Tenant 1], [Full Legal Name of Tenant 2] Address of Premises: [Unit Number, Street Address, City, Province, Postal Code]

3. OPERATIVE CLAUSES

3.1 TERM OF TENANCY The tenancy shall commence on [Start Date] and shall continue as a [Fixed Term ending on Date / Monthly Periodic Tenancy].

3.2 RENT AND PAYMENTS The Tenant shall pay a monthly rent of $[Amount] due on the [Day] of each month. Payment shall be made via [Method of Payment].

3.3 SECURITY DEPOSIT A security deposit of $[Amount] (not exceeding 50% of the first month’s rent) is required upon execution. This deposit shall be held and returned in accordance with Section 27 of the Residential Tenancies Act.

3.4 UTILITIES AND SERVICES The Landlord is responsible for: [List Utilities, e.g., Water, Heat]. The Tenant is responsible for: [List Utilities, e.g., Electricity, Internet].

3.5 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS The Tenant shall maintain the premises in a state of ordinary cleanliness. The Landlord shall maintain the premises in a good state of repair and fit for habitation as required by the Public Health Act.

3.6 ENTRY TO PREMISES The Landlord may enter the premises only upon 24 hours written notice, except in cases of emergency, or if the Tenant provides consent, or if the Tenant has abandoned the premises.

3.7 PETS AND SMOKING

• Pets: [Permitted / Prohibited / Restricted as per Schedule A]
• Smoking/Vaping: [Permitted / Prohibited]

3.8 TERMINATION Any termination or notice to vacate must be provided in writing in strict accordance with the notice periods prescribed by the Residential Tenancies Act (Manitoba).

4. SIGNATURES AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By signing below, the parties confirm they have read, understood, and agree to the terms herein, and acknowledge receipt of a signed copy of this agreement.

LANDLORD SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: [Date] Print Name: [Name]

TENANT 1 SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: [Date] Print Name: [Name]

TENANT 2 SIGNATURE: __________________________ DATE: [Date] Print Name: [Name]

5. STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Mandatory Disclosure: Attach the standard RTB "Information for Tenants" document provided by the Manitoba government, as this is a legal requirement for all residential tenancies in the province.
2. Inspection Report: Conduct a joint move-in inspection of the premises, document the condition of the unit with dated photographs, and have both parties sign a "Condition Report" to be attached as an addendum to this lease.
3. Deposit Receipt: Provide the Tenant with a formal, written receipt for the security deposit immediately upon receipt of funds.
4. Registration: Retain the original signed agreement in a secure, digital or physical format for a minimum of seven (7) years post-tenancy to ensure compliance with potential audit requirements under the Residential Tenancies Act.