Rental Agreement Template Quebec

RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT (QUÉBEC)

Bail de logement

DOCUMENT CONTROL

• Effective Date: [Effective Date]
• Version: 2026.1
• Jurisdiction: Province of Québec, Canada (Subject to the Civil Code of Québec (CCQ) and the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) regulations).

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1. OFFICIAL NOTICE & DISCLAIMER

LEGAL NOTICE: This Residential Lease Agreement is structured to comply with the mandatory provisions of the Civil Code of Québec (CCQ) and the rules enforced by the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL). Under Québec law, certain clauses are mandatory in all residential leases, and the parties cannot contract out of public order provisions (such as the lessee’s right to maintain occupancy or restrictions on deposit requirements). This document must be used in conjunction with the official mandatory lease form published by the TAL where applicable by law. Legal counsel should be consulted prior to execution.

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2. PARTIES & DEFINITIONS

This Residential Lease Agreement (the "Lease") is entered into on this [Day] day of [Month], [Year], by and between:

1. The Lessor (Landlord):

• Name/Entity: [Full Legal Name of Lessor]
• Address: [Street Address, City, Province, Postal Code]
• Telephone: [Phone Number]
• Email: [Email Address] (Hereinafter referred to as the "Lessor")

AND

2. The Lessee (Tenant):

• Name/Entity: [Full Legal Name of Lessee]
• Telephone: [Phone Number]
• Email: [Email Address] (Hereinafter referred to as the "Lessee")

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3. OPERATIVE CLAUSES & TERMS

Clause 1: Demised Premises

The Lessor hereby leases to the Lessee, and the Lessee hereby leases from the Lessor, the residential premises located at:

• Civic Address: [Unit Number and Street Name], Montreal / [City], Québec, [Postal Code]
• Description: [Number] bedrooms, [Number] bathrooms, inclusive of [Specify parking space, storage locker, or appliances included, e.g., Refrigerator, Stove]. (Hereinafter referred to as the "Premises").

Clause 2: Term of the Lease

The term of this Lease shall commence on [Start Date, e.g., July 1, 2026] at 12:01 AM and shall terminate on [End Date, e.g., June 30, 2027] at 11:59 PM (the "Term"), without requiring any notice of non-renewal from either party, subject to the provisions of the Civil Code of Québec.

Clause 3: Rent and Payment Terms

1. Monthly Rent: The Lessee shall pay to the Lessor the sum of [Monthly Rent Amount in Numbers] CAD ([Monthly Rent Amount in Words]) per month.
2. Due Date: Rent is payable in advance on the first (1st) day of each calendar month.
3. Method of Payment: Rent shall be paid via [Electronic Funds Transfer / Post-dated Cheques / Direct Deposit / Interac e-Transfer to Lessor's Email].
4. Late Payments: In accordance with Québec law, the Lessor cannot charge compounding interest on late rent, but reserves all statutory rights under the CCQ for default of payment.

Clause 4: Security Deposits and Prohibited Fees

In strict compliance with Article 1901 of the Civil Code of Québec, the Lessor acknowledges that no security deposit, damage deposit, or key deposit has been demanded, received, or held. The Lessor may only require the first month's rent upon execution of this Lease.

Clause 5: Use of Premises

1. Residential Use Only: The Premises shall be used exclusively for residential purposes by the Lessee and the following authorized occupants: [Names of other occupants or write "None"].
2. Prohibitions: The Lessee shall not operate a commercial enterprise, conduct illegal activities, or sub-lease/assign the Premises without the prior written consent of the Lessor, pursuant to Articles 1870 and 1871 of the CCQ.

Clause 6: Maintenance, Repairs, and Modifications

1. Condition upon Entry: The Lessee acknowledges receiving the Premises in a clean, habitable state and agrees to return the Premises in the same condition, normal wear and tear excepted.
2. Repairs: The Lessor shall maintain the Premises in a habitable condition throughout the Term. The Lessee shall immediately notify the Lessor of any structural damage, water leaks, or appliance malfunctions.
3. Modifications: The Lessee shall not paint, alter, or structurally modify the Premises without the express written consent of the Lessor.

Clause 7: Rules and Regulations (By-laws)

The Lessee agrees to comply with the building bylaws, municipal regulations, and safety codes attached hereto as Schedule A (if applicable), including noise ordinances, waste disposal protocols, and common area usage.

Clause 8: Access and Inspection

The Lessor or their designated agent may enter the Premises for inspection or repairs in accordance with Articles 1931 to 1935 of the CCQ, which generally requires twenty-four (24) hours' prior written or verbal notice, except in cases of emergency.

Clause 9: Assignment of Lease and Subleasing

The Lessee may assign the lease or sublease the Premises only in accordance with Articles 1870 to 1883 of the CCQ. The Lessee must give written notice to the Lessor specifying the name and address of the proposed assignee/sublessee and the reasons therefor. The Lessor has fifteen (15) days from receipt of the notice to accept or refuse the candidate for serious reasons.

Clause 10: Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Lease shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Province of Québec and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising out of this Lease shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) or the competent courts of Québec.

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4. SIGNATURES & ACKNOWLEDGMENT BLOCK

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Residential Lease Agreement as of the Effective Date written above.

LESSOR:

Signature: ___________________________________
Printed Name: [Full Legal Name of Lessor]
Title (if corporate entity): [Corporate Title, e.g., Director]
Date: [Date]

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LESSEE:

Signature: ___________________________________
Printed Name: [Full Legal Name of Lessee]
Date: [Date]

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5. STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Mandatory TAL Form Alignment: Ensure that the mandatory form prescribed by the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) is completed alongside or used as the foundational contract, incorporating these specific operating terms as an addendum if necessary to ensure absolute statutory compliance in Québec.
2. Review and Verification: Both the Lessor and Lessee must review all financial figures, occupancy dates, and property descriptions to ensure absolute accuracy prior to signing.
3. Execution: Both parties must sign and date the agreement in counterpart or via a secure, legally recognized electronic signature platform complying with the Act Respecting the Legal Framework of Information Technology (Québec).
4. Record Retention: Each party must retain an executed copy of this agreement for their permanent records for the duration of the tenancy and the statutory limitation periods following its termination.