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Fill in the Ontario Standard Lease (Form 2229E) in minutes. Most Ontario landlords must use this form for new residential tenancies.

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Everything Required by Ontario Law

All mandatory sections from the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006

Parties to Agreement

Landlord and tenant information with support for multiple tenants and landlords.

Rental Unit Details

Complete property address, parking spaces, and condo/non-condo designation.

Term of Tenancy

Fixed-term, monthly, or other tenancy arrangements with proper date handling.

Rent & Payments

Base rent, additional charges, payment methods, and lawful rent calculations.

Services & Utilities

Gas, AC, laundry, parking, and utility responsibilities clearly defined.

Deposits & Rules

Rent deposit, key deposit, smoking rules, insurance, and additional terms.

Create Your Lease in 3 Steps

1

Fill in the Details

Answer simple questions about the landlord, tenant, property, and lease terms.

2

Review Your Lease

Preview your completed document and make any changes needed.

3

Download PDF

Get your professionally formatted lease ready to print and sign.

Why You Need the Ontario Standard Lease

Since April 30, 2018, most residential landlords in Ontario are legally required to use the standard lease (Form 2229E) for new tenancy agreements.

  • Protects landlords from illegal clauses that could void the agreement
  • Ensures tenants know their rights under the Residential Tenancies Act
  • Accepted by the Landlord and Tenant Board for dispute resolution
  • Tenants can withhold rent if not provided within 21 days of request

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the official Ontario Standard Lease?
Your lease is completed on the Ontario Standard Lease (Form 2229E) format, with all the mandatory sections and the required appendix. The blank government form is free on the Government of Ontario website, and you can fill it in yourself. What you pay us for is the help: plain questions, checks that nothing is missed, and a finished PDF ready to sign.
Who is required to use the standard lease?
Most private residential landlords in Ontario must use the standard lease for new tenancies. Exceptions include care homes, mobile home parks, social housing, and co-op housing.
Can I add my own terms to the lease?
Yes, the standard lease includes a section for additional terms. However, any terms that conflict with the Residential Tenancies Act are void and unenforceable.
How long does it take to complete?
Often only 10 minutes. Don't worry though, you can save your progress and return later if needed. You're also able to edit completed documents.
Can I edit my lease after creating it?
Yes. Your lease is saved to your account and you can edit it anytime to make corrections or updates.
Can I get a refund?
30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy, email us within 30 days for a full refund. No questions asked.

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