QUEBEC NOTICE TO VACATE (AVIS DE QUITTANCE / AVIS DE NON-RENOUVELLEMENT)

This document provides templates for notices to vacate under the Civil Code of Québec, articles 1944 to 1946 (tenant-initiated termination) and articles 1960 to 1963 (landlord repossession / non-renewal for owner use).

Key rules (per task and Civil Code):
A tenant wishing to terminate a fixed-term lease must generally give written notice at least three (3) months before the expiry date (one (1) month for a monthly lease; one (1) week for a weekly tenancy). The notice must be signed, dated, and delivered by certified (registered) mail, bailiff, or in person. For landlord repossession for personal or family use, the minimum notice is often six (6) months before the end of the lease for longer-term leases, with mandatory disclosure to the TAL and good-faith requirements. Tenant has rights to contest.

This notice does not automatically terminate rights; where required, the receiving party may have remedies or the sender may need to confirm compliance through the TAL., -

NOTICE TYPE SELECTION

French language: If the recipient has requested French communications, the notice must be provided in French (or bilingual)., -

FORM A, TENANT NOTICE TO VACATE (END OF FIXED-TERM LEASE)

DATE OF NOTICE: [[Date of Notice]]

FROM (TENANT):
[[Tenant Full Legal Name(s)]]
Current address: [[Tenant Current Address]]
Phone: [[Tenant Phone]] | Email: [[Tenant Email]]

TO (LANDLORD):
[[Landlord Full Legal Name or Entity]]
Address for notices: [[Landlord Notice Address, City, Quebec, Postal Code]]

THE DWELLING:
[[Full Property Address, Unit if any, City, Quebec, Postal Code]]

CURRENT LEASE:
Fixed term beginning [[Lease Start Date]] and ending [[Lease End Date]]., -

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO VACATE

I (we), the undersigned tenant(s), hereby give written notice that I (we) will vacate and surrender possession of the above Dwelling on or before [[Vacate Date, at least 3 months before lease end for yearly lease; 1 month for monthly]].

Reason for vacating (optional but recommended for clarity):
[[e.g. "Relocating for new employment in another city; purchase of a home; family circumstances."]]

I will ensure the Dwelling is left in the condition required by the lease (reasonable wear and tear excepted), all keys and access devices will be returned, and all personal property will be removed by the vacate date.

Forwarding address for return of security deposit and final statements:
[[Forwarding Address after move, or "to be provided 30 days prior to vacate date"]].

This notice is given in accordance with articles 1944 to 1946 of the Civil Code of Québec. A copy is being retained with proof of delivery.

Tenant signature(s):
Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: [[Signature Date]]
Printed name: [[Tenant Full Legal Name(s)]], -

FORM B, TENANT NOTICE TO VACATE (MONTHLY / INDETERMINATE LEASE)

DATE OF NOTICE: [[Date of Notice]]

FROM (TENANT): [[Tenant Full Legal Name(s)]]
TO (LANDLORD): [[Landlord Full Name]]
Dwelling: [[Full Address]]

I hereby give one (1) month's notice that I will vacate the Dwelling on [[Vacate Date, last day of a rental month, at least 1 month after proper service]].

All other terms of the lease regarding condition, return of keys, and final accounting remain in effect.

Tenant signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]], -

FORM C, LANDLORD NOTICE OF NON-RENEWAL / REPOSSESSION (FOR OWNER OR FAMILY USE)

Pursuant to Civil Code of Québec articles 1960, 1963 and related provisions

DATE OF NOTICE: [[Date of Notice]]

LANDLORD:
[[Landlord Full Legal Name]]
[[Landlord Address]]

TO TENANT(S):
[[Tenant Full Legal Name(s)]]
Dwelling: [[Full Address, City, Quebec, Postal Code]], -

NOTICE OF REPOSSESSION / NON-RENEWAL

TAKE NOTICE that the Landlord will not renew the lease and intends to repossess the Dwelling for use as the principal residence of [[Intended Occupant Full Name and Relationship to Landlord, e.g. "the Landlord personally" or "the Landlord's mother, [[Name]]"]].

Proposed date of repossession / termination of tenancy: [[Proposed Date, must allow minimum statutory notice, typically 6 months before end for leases of one year or more]]

Lease end date: [[Current Lease End Date]]

Notice period applied: This notice is given [[six (6) months / three (3) months / one (1) month]] prior to the end of the lease as required.

Mandatory disclosures for repossession (Civil Code art. 1961 and amendments):
The Landlord confirms in good faith that the repossession is for the use stated above. If the tenant is 65 or older or has certain disabilities, additional protections under article 1959.1 (as amended) may apply. The Landlord will file any required information with the TAL as applicable.

Tenant rights: You have the right to refuse this notice in writing within one (1) month of receipt. You may apply to the TAL to contest the repossession on grounds including lack of good faith, improper notice, or failure to meet statutory requirements. In some cases relocation assistance or other remedies may be available.

Delivery of this notice: By [[certified/registered mail / bailiff / in person with acknowledgment]] on [[Service Date]]. Proof attached or to be retained.

Landlord signature:
Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: [[Date]]
Printed name: [[Landlord Full Legal Name]]

Tenant acknowledgment (if personal delivery):
Received on [[Date]] by: _______________________________, -

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS, DELIVERY, AND PROOF OF SERVICE

For tenant giving notice:
- Calculate the exact deadline using the lease end date and applicable period (3 months, 1 month, or 1 week).
- Put the notice in writing, sign and date it.
- Deliver by certified mail (with proof), bailiff, or personal delivery with signed receipt.
- Keep a copy and proof of delivery.
- Arrange final inspection and return of keys near the vacate date.
- Request written confirmation of receipt of security deposit accounting per lease and law.

For landlord giving repossession/non-renewal notice:
- Use the correct period (often 6 months for longer leases).
- Include all required information about the intended occupant and good faith.
- Deliver properly and retain proof.
- Be prepared to prove good faith at the TAL if contested.
- Note any requirement to offer the unit back to the tenant in certain re-rental situations after repossession.

Proof of Service (to be completed by sender):

Method of delivery: [[certified mail / bailiff / personal delivery]]
Date delivered/sent: [[Date]]
Tracking or bailiff reference: [[Reference Number or Report]]
Sender signature: [[Signature]] Date: [[Date]], -

NUMBERED STEPS FOR PROPER USE OF THIS NOTICE (TENANT OR LANDLORD)

1. Identify whether you are the tenant terminating or the landlord repossessing/non-renewing.

2. Confirm the exact lease term type and end date to calculate the minimum notice period required by the Civil Code.

3. Complete every [[Token Name]] with accurate information.

4. If landlord, include required details about the intended occupant and any TAL disclosures.

5. Print, sign, and date the notice.

6. Arrange delivery by bailiff, registered mail, or personal service with proof.

7. Retain copies of the notice and all delivery proofs for your records and any future TAL proceeding.

8. If tenant, prepare to vacate on the stated date and coordinate return of the dwelling.

9. If landlord and tenant contests or does not vacate, file the appropriate application at the TAL within required timeframes.

10. Comply with all post-notice obligations regarding deposits, final statements, and property condition., -

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER

This Quebec Notice to Vacate template is for educational and illustrative purposes only. It is not legal advice. Termination of a lease and repossession in Quebec are strictly governed by the Civil Code of Québec (articles 1944, 1946, 1960, 1963 and related articles) and the Act respecting the Tribunal administratif du logement. Notice periods, delivery methods, required content, good-faith obligations, tenant protections (especially for seniors and vulnerable tenants), and re-rental rules can change and may be affected by specific lease language or recent amendments. The party issuing the notice is solely responsible for accuracy, timeliness, proper delivery, and compliance. Consult a Quebec lawyer or the TAL directly before serving or relying on any notice. Improper notice can invalidate the termination or expose the sender to liability. All [[Token Name]] fields must be replaced with truthful information. French version required upon tenant request. This template does not authorize self-help evictions or physical removal of tenants.

*Current as of 2026-06. Verify all periods and requirements against legisquebec.gouv.qc.ca and tal.gouv.qc.ca at time of use.*, -

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