Request to Extend or Shorten Time in Ontario

This form is designed to allow individuals involved in a legal process to request the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) to either extend or shorten the deadlines for various legal procedures, such as serving notices, filing applications, and scheduling hearings. It requires detailed personal information, the reasons for the request, and documentation to support the claim. The form outlines the considerations the LTB member may take into account when deciding on the request, emphasizing the importance of demonstrating harm, good faith, and relevant circumstances.

To fill out the “Request to Extend or Shorten Time” form, follow these steps:

1. Requesting Party’s Information: Fill in your first and last name, mailing address, phone numbers (day and evening), email address, and fax number if available.
2. File Number and Party Role: Enter the file number related to your case and indicate whether you are the landlord, tenant, or another party involved in the application.
3. Property Information: Provide details about the unit, building, or complex, including street number, name, type, direction, unit/apartment/suite, municipality, province, and postal code.
4. Request Details: Specify whether you are requesting to shorten or extend time for actions like serving notices, scheduling hearings, filing applications, etc. Tick the appropriate box and use the “other” field if your request doesn’t fit the provided options.
5. Explanation and Supporting Documents: Clearly explain why your request should be granted and attach any supporting documents that may strengthen your case. Consider any prejudice (harm), remedial actions, good faith, reasons for delay, and any other relevant factors.
6. Signature: Sign the form, print your first and last name, indicate your role (landlord, tenant, representative, etc.), provide your email address, phone number, and date the form.

Attach additional sheets if necessary for a more detailed explanation or additional information.