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Demand letters: What you need to know

Your landlord’s not respecting their obligations and you’d like to send them a demand letter? Learn about the purpose of demand letters and how to write one.

What is a demand letter?

A demand letter (sometimes called a “formal notice”) is a letter in which you formally ask your landlord to solve a problem regarding your apartment.

Although sending a demand letter to your landlord is not always mandatory, it is usually a good practice to send one before taking legal action. This helps you show that you informed your landlord of the problem and gave them a reasonable time to solve it.

En apprendre plusDemand Letters: What Are They? (Éducaloi)

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The information presented on this page is not a legal opinion or legal advice. This page explains in a general way the law that applies in Quebec. To obtain a legal opinion or legal advice on your personal situation, consult a legal professional.