N6 Notice Template - Illegal Activity

When to use the N6

You can serve an N6 notice when:

• Illegal activity has occurred in the unit or building (drugs, theft, assault, etc.)
• The tenant is operating an illegal business in the unit
• The tenant has committed an illegal act involving the production, trafficking, or possession of illegal drugs

Important: The N6 cannot be voided by the tenant. Once served, you can proceed to file with the LTB after the notice period.

Types of N6 notices

10-Day Notice (Serious illegal acts)

Use this shorter notice period for:

• Production of illegal drugs
• Trafficking of illegal drugs
• Possession of illegal drugs for the purpose of trafficking

20-Day Notice (Other illegal acts)

Use this longer notice period for:

• Other illegal activity in the unit
• Operating an illegal business
• Other acts that impair safety

How the N6 works

1. Serve the notice

Give the tenant the N6 notice describing the illegal activity with specific details.

2. Wait the notice period

• 10 days for drug-related offences
• 20 days for other illegal acts

3. File L2 Application

After the notice period expires, file an L2 Application with the LTB.

4. Attend hearing

You’ll need to prove the illegal activity occurred. Bring evidence like police reports, witness statements, etc.

Key timelines

What qualifies as illegal activity?

Drug-related (10-day notice)

• Growing marijuana beyond legal personal limits
• Manufacturing illegal drugs
• Drug trafficking or dealing
• Possession with intent to sell

Other illegal acts (20-day notice)

• Assault or violence
• Theft or fraud
• Running an unlicensed business
• Housing more people than legally permitted
• Prostitution or human trafficking
• Weapons offences

What to include on the N6

1. Rental unit address — Full address of the unit
2. Tenant name(s) — All tenants on the lease
3. Landlord name and address — Your contact info
4. Type of illegal activity — Check the appropriate box (Reason 1, 2, or 3)
5. Detailed description — What happened, when, where, who was involved
6. Termination date — 10 or 20 days depending on type
7. Signature and date — Sign and date the notice

Evidence you’ll need

The LTB will require proof of the illegal activity. Good evidence includes:

• Police reports or incident numbers
• Criminal charges or convictions
• Witness statements from neighbours or other tenants
• Photos or videos of illegal activity
• Documentation of complaints
• News reports if applicable

Tip: Even without police involvement, you can still file if you have other strong evidence, but police reports significantly strengthen your case.

Generate Your N6 Cover Email

Create a professional email to accompany your N6 notice. Fill in your details step-by-step.

Common mistakes to avoid

❌ Insufficient evidence — You must prove the illegal activity occurred

❌ Vague descriptions — Be specific about what happened and when

❌ Wrong notice period — 10 days for drugs, 20 days for other illegal acts

❌ Assuming police charge = automatic eviction — You still need to go through the LTB process

❌ Minor infractions — Parking tickets and minor bylaw issues don’t qualify

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This guide is for educational purposes only. Consult a paralegal or lawyer for advice specific to your situation.