Lease of a Dwelling Rental Agreement Form Québec

LEASE OF A DWELLING / BAIL DE LOGEMENT

PROVINCE OF QUÉBEC

Document Control:

• Effective Date: [Effective Date]
• Version: 2026.1-QC
• Jurisdiction / Scope: Province of Québec (Subject to the Civil Code of Québec (CCQ) and the rules of the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL))

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OFFICIAL NOTICE / DISCLAIMER

This document is a standard form residential lease tailored for the Province of Québec. It incorporates mandatory provisions required under the Civil Code of Québec (CCQ) and references rules enforced by the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL). Parties acknowledge that certain municipal bylaws and mandatory government lease forms may apply. Legal counsel should be consulted for non-standard residential arrangements or commercial tenancies.

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1. PARTIES & DEFINITIONS

This Lease is entered into by and between:

THE LESSOR (Landlord):

• Full Legal Name / Corporation: [Lessor Full Legal Name]
• Address for Service: [Lessor Address, City, Province, Postal Code]
• Telephone: [Lessor Phone] | Email: [Lessor Email]

AND

THE LESSEE (Tenant):

• Full Legal Name(s): [Lessee Full Legal Name(s)]
• Telephone: [Lessee Phone] | Email: [Lessee Email]

AND (if applicable, the Surety / Guarantor):

• Full Legal Name: [Surety Full Legal Name]
• Address: [Surety Address, City, Province, Postal Code]

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2. PREMISES & TERM

1. Leased Premises: The Lessor leases to the Lessee, who accepts, the residential dwelling situated at [Street Address, Apartment Number, City, Québec, Postal Code], together with the following accessories and dependencies: [e.g., parking space #__, storage locker #__, specific appliances].
2. Term: The lease is for a fixed term, commencing on [Start Date, e.g., July 1, 2026] at 12:01 AM, and terminating on [End Date, e.g., June 30, 2027] at 11:59 PM.

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3. RENT & PAYMENT TERMS

1. Rent Amount: The total rent for the term is $[Total Lease Amount] CAD, payable in equal monthly installments of $[Monthly Rent Amount] CAD.
2. Due Date: Rent is due in advance on the first (1st) day of each calendar month.
3. Method of Payment: Rent shall be paid via [e-Transfer / Post-dated Cheques / Direct Deposit] to the Lessor's designated account or address.
4. Late Payments & Penalties: In accordance with Québec law, the Lessor may not charge compound interest or arbitrary late fees, but reserves all legal remedies under the CCQ for default of payment.

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4. OBLIGATIONS OF THE LESSOR

1. Delivery: The Lessor is bound to deliver the dwelling in a good state of repair in all respects and to maintain it in that condition throughout the term of the lease.
2. Habitability & Quiet Enjoyment: The Lessor warrants peaceable enjoyment of the premises and compliance with all safety and sanitary conditions required by Québec law.
3. Access: The Lessor shall not access the dwelling except in accordance with Articles 1931 to 1933 of the CCQ (24 hours prior written notice for inspection or repairs, except in cases of emergency).

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5. OBLIGATIONS OF THE LESSEE

1. Use of Premises: The Lessee shall use the dwelling solely for residential purposes.
2. Maintenance & Cleanliness: The Lessee shall keep the dwelling in a clean condition. At the end of the lease, the Lessee shall return the dwelling in the same condition as when received, save for normal wear and tear.
3. Disturbance: The Lessee shall not disturb the normal peace and enjoyment of other occupants of the immovable.
4. Alterations: The Lessee shall not make any modifications, renovations, or paint the premises without the express prior written consent of the Lessor.

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6. SUBLEASING AND ASSIGNMENT

Pursuant to Article 1870 of the CCQ, the Lessee may sublease all or part of the dwelling or assign the lease only with the consent of the Lessor. The Lessee must give the Lessor written notice of the name and address of the intended subleasee or assignee and the reasons therefor. The Lessor may not refuse consent without a serious reason.

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7. RULES OF THE IMMOVABLE (REGLEMENT DE L'IMMEUBLE)

The Lessee acknowledges receipt of and agrees to comply with the internal rules of the building (if applicable), attached hereto as Schedule A, which form an integral part of this Lease.

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8. MANDATORY QUÉBEC NOTICES (TAL / CCQ)

1. Repossession and Eviction: The Lessor may repossess the dwelling or evict the Lessee only in strict compliance with Articles 1960 and following of the CCQ.
2. Notice of Rent Increase / Modification: If the Lessor wishes to modify the lease (rent increase, change of terms) for a subsequent term, the Lessor must notify the Lessee in writing within the time limits prescribed by Article 1942 of the CCQ (1 to 6 months before the end of a lease of 12 months or more).

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9. SIGNATURES & ACKNOWLEDGMENT BLOCK

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Lease of a Dwelling as of the date first written above.

LESSOR: Signature: _________________________________
Printed Name: [Lessor Printed Name]
Title: [Title / Owner / Authorized Agent]
Date: [Date]

LESSEE: Signature: _________________________________
Printed Name: [Lessee Printed Name]
Date: [Date]

SURETY / GUARANTOR (if applicable): Signature: _________________________________
Printed Name: [Surety Printed Name]
Date: [Date]

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10. STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Verify Mandatory Forms: Ensure all specific particulars required by the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) mandatory lease form are mirrored or attached if utilized in conjunction with this template.
2. Review & Populate: Complete all bracketed fields ([...]) with accurate legal names, exact addresses, and agreed financial terms before execution.
3. Execution: Have all adult occupants sign as Lessees to ensure joint and several (solidary) liability under Québec civil law. Secure a corporate resolution or power of attorney if signing on behalf of a legal entity.
4. Record Retention: Provide a fully executed copy of the lease to the Lessee within ten (10) days of signing, in compliance with standard Québec leasing practices, and retain records for a minimum of three (3) years post-tenancy.