Yukon Residential Tenancy Agreement Form

RESIDENTIAL TENANCY AGREEMENT

Document Control:

• Effective Date: [Effective Date]
• Version: 2024.1 (Yukon Standard)
• Jurisdiction/Scope: Territory of Yukon, Canada (Governed by the Residential Tenancies Act [RSY 2002, c. 194])

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OFFICIAL NOTICE & LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This Residential Tenancy Agreement is an operational template structured to comply with the statutory minimums of the Yukon Residential Tenancies Act. This document creates binding legal obligations. Neither the drafter nor the publisher acts as legal counsel for the Parties. Both Landlord and Tenant are advised to seek independent legal counsel prior to execution to ensure custom provisions align with specific real property circumstances and current territorial statutory amendments.

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1. PARTIES & PREMISES

This Residential Tenancy Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into and made effective as of [Date], by and between:

• Landlord: [Landlord Full Legal Name / Corporation Name], having a principal place of business/residence at [Landlord Address], Contact Number: [Landlord Phone], Email: [Landlord Email] (hereinafter referred to as the "Landlord"),

AND

• Tenant(s): [Tenant 1 Full Legal Name] and [Tenant 2 Full Legal Name], having a contact number of [Tenant Phone] and email of [Tenant Email] (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Tenant").

The Premises: The Landlord rents to the Tenant, and the Tenant rents from the Landlord, the residential premises located at: [Street Address, Unit Number, Whitehorse/Town, Yukon, Postal Code] (hereinafter referred to as the "Premises").

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2. TERM OF TENANCY

2.1 Fixed Term: The tenancy shall commence on [Start Date] (the "Commencement Date") and shall expire on [End Date] (the "Termination Date") at 11:59 PM (the "Term").

2.2 Holdover / Periodic Tenancy: Upon the expiration of the Term, if the Tenant remains in possession of the Premises with the express or implied consent of the Landlord, this Agreement shall automatically transition to a month-to-month periodic tenancy, subject to all terms and conditions herein, unless amended or terminated in accordance with the Residential Tenancies Act (Yukon) (the "RTA").

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3. RENT & PAYMENT TERMS

3.1 Base Rent: The Tenant covenants and agrees to pay to the Landlord base rent in the amount of $[Monthly Rent Amount] CAD per month (the "Rent").

3.2 Due Date: Rent is strictly due on or before the first (1st) day of each calendar month during the Term. Payment shall be made via [Payment Method: e.g., Electronic Funds Transfer / Direct Deposit / Cheque] directed to the Landlord’s designated account or address.

3.3 Pro-Rata Rent: For the partial month commencing on [Start Date], the Tenant shall pay a pro-rata rent amount of $[Pro-Rata Amount] on or before the Commencement Date.

3.4 Late Fees & NSF Charges: In accordance with Yukon law, if any payment of rent is returned for non-sufficient funds (NSF) or is late, the Tenant shall pay an administrative fee of $[Fee Amount, e.g., 25.00] CAD per occurrence, plus any actual bank charges incurred by the Landlord.

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4. SECURITY DEPOSIT & PET DAMAGE DEPOSIT

4.1 Security Deposit: Upon execution of this Agreement, the Tenant shall deposit with the Landlord the sum of $[Security Deposit Amount] CAD, which shall be held by the Landlord as a security deposit in compliance with the RTA. The Security Deposit shall not be applied as rent by the Tenant during the Term.

4.2 Pet Deposit: [ ] If checked, the Tenant shall deposit an additional sum of $[Pet Deposit Amount] CAD specifically designated as a pet damage deposit for the following permitted pets: [Description of Pet(s), Breed, Weight].

4.3 Interest & Return: The Landlord shall administer and return the security and pet deposits, plus applicable interest, strictly in accordance with the timelines and provisions set forth under the Yukon Residential Tenancies Act.

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5. UTILITIES & SERVICES

5.1 Tenant Responsibilities: The Tenant shall be solely responsible for arranging, maintaining, and paying all costs associated with the following utilities supplied to the Premises: [ ] Electricity ([Provider Name]) [ ] Natural Gas / Heating Oil ([Provider Name]) [ ] Internet / Cable / Telecommunications [ ] Water & Sewer (if individually metered)

5.2 Landlord Responsibilities: The Landlord shall be responsible for paying: [ ] Property Taxes [ ] Condominium / Strata Fees [ ] Municipal Water and Waste Management (unless specified otherwise)

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6. USE AND OCCUPANCY

6.1 Residential Use: The Premises shall be used strictly as a private residential dwelling for the Tenant and the following authorized occupants only: [Names of other occupants / minor children].

6.2 Subletting and Assignment: The Tenant shall not assign this Agreement, sublet the Premises, or part with possession of all or any part of the Premises without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld pursuant to the RTA.

6.3 Prohibited Activities: The Tenant, their occupants, and guests shall not engage in any illegal activities on the Premises, create unreasonable noise, disturb the peace and quiet of neighboring residents, or smoke [ ] inside the Premises / [ ] anywhere on the property.

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7. MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS, AND CONDITION

7.1 Move-In Condition Inspection: The Landlord and Tenant (or their designated agents) shall jointly inspect the Premises prior to occupancy or on the Commencement Date and complete, sign, and date a Condition Inspection Report in compliance with Yukon RTA regulations.

7.2 Tenant Maintenance: The Tenant shall maintain the Premises in a clean, sanitary, and undamaged condition. The Tenant shall immediately notify the Landlord in writing of any structural damage, maintenance issues, or required repairs.

7.3 Alterations: The Tenant shall not make structural alterations, paint, affix fixtures, or change locks on the doors of the Premises without the express prior written consent of the Landlord.

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8. LANDLORD RIGHT OF ENTRY

8.1 Statutory Notice: The Landlord may enter the Premises only in accordance with the entry provisions set forth in the Yukon Residential Tenancies Act, which generally requires providing the Tenant with written notice specifying the purpose and a time window of entry (not less than 24 hours and not more than 7 days prior), except in cases of emergency where no notice is required.

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9. DEFAULT AND TERMINATION

9.1 Default by Tenant: If the Tenant fails to pay rent when due, breaches any material term of this Agreement, or violates the RTA, the Landlord may issue formal notices of default and seek remedies including tenancy termination and eviction through the Yukon Residential Tenancy Office, strictly adhering to statutory notice periods.

9.2 Notice to Vacate: Upon termination of this Agreement, the Tenant shall deliver vacant possession of the Premises to the Landlord in the same clean condition as received, reasonable wear and tear excepted, and return all keys, access cards, and garage door openers.

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10. GOVERNING LAW AND MISCELLANEOUS

10.1 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Territory of Yukon and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

10.2 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

10.3 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Landlord and Tenant regarding the Premises and supersedes all prior oral or written representations, understandings, or agreements.

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11. SIGNATURES & ACKNOWLEDGMENT BLOCK

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Residential Tenancy Agreement as of the date first written above.

LANDLORD:

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Signature ([Landlord Legal Name])

Date: ________________________

TENANT(S):

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Signature ([Tenant 1 Legal Name])

Date: ________________________

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Signature ([Tenant 2 Legal Name])

Date: ________________________

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STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Complete All Brackets: Prior to execution, ensure every bracketed field [...] is accurately filled with precise names, dates, currency values, and utility parameters.
2. Execute Condition Inspection Report: Conduct a joint walk-through of the Premises on or before move-in day. Complete, sign, and attach a formal Yukon-compliant Move-In Condition Inspection Report to this Agreement to protect both parties regarding the security deposit return.
3. Formal Signing & Counterparts: Ensure all named tenants and the landlord execute the signature block. Provide a fully signed copy of this Agreement and all mandated Yukon RTA information guides to the Tenant within the statutory timeframe.
4. Retain Records: Both parties must retain a signed, accessible digital or physical copy of this Agreement, along with all rent receipts and inspection logs, for the duration of the tenancy and the statutory post-tenancy retention window.