CTS3884 – Notice of Default (for residential tenancy matters) in Alberta

The “CTS3884 form is an official document under the Residential Tenancies Act, specifically referencing Sections 34.1 and 35. It serves as a formal notification from a landlord or agent to a tenant regarding the failure to comply with a payment order related to their residential tenancy in Alberta. The notice details the termination of the tenancy due to unpaid amounts as dictated by an Order filed at the Court of King’s Bench. It specifies the date by which the tenant must vacate the premises, under threat of eviction by a civil enforcement agency if the order is not obeyed.

Filling out the “Notice of Default (for residential tenancy matters) in Alberta” form requires careful attention to detail to ensure that all necessary information is accurately captured. This form is typically used in circumstances where a tenant has failed to comply with a payment order related to their tenancy. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you complete this form correctly:

• Date: Enter the current date on which you are filling out the form.
• Tenant(s) Name(s): Write the full legal name(s) of the tenant(s) involved in the tenancy agreement.
• Court or RTDRS File No.: Provide the file number associated with the court or Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) order related to this notice.
• Province: This should already be filled as “Alberta,” given the form is specific to this province.
• City or Town: Enter the city or town where the rental premises are located.
• Address of Rental Premises: Write the full address of the property subject to the tenancy agreement, including any unit or apartment numbers.
• Date you were ordered to pay: Specify the date on which the court or RTDRS ordered the tenant(s) to make a payment.
• Payment has not been received: This section is a statement indicating that the payment ordered by the court or RTDRS has not been received by the due date.
• Notice of Tenancy Termination: This part of the form will state that the tenancy is terminated as per the attached order filed at the Court of King’s Bench. No action is required here; it’s a notice to the tenant.
• Compliance with Order: Indicate the time and date by which the tenant must vacate the rental premises, complying with the court or RTDRS order.
• Eviction Notice: This section warns that failure to vacate the premises as ordered may result in eviction by a civil enforcement agency. No input is required from you here; it’s part of the notice.
• Landlord/Agent Name: Enter the name of the landlord or the agent acting on behalf of the landlord.
• Telephone Number: Provide a contact number for the landlord or agent.
• Address of Landlord/Agent: Write the full address of the landlord or agent, including the city or town and province.
• Order Attached: Check this box to confirm that a copy of the order is attached to this notice.
• Time to Vacate (am/pm/noon): Specify whether the time to vacate is in the morning, afternoon, or at noon.
• Days/Hours to Vacate: Indicate the specific number of days or hours the tenant has to vacate the premises, as stated in the order.

After filling out the form, review all the details to ensure accuracy. Attach a copy of the relevant court or RTDRS order as indicated, and make sure to deliver the notice to the tenant(s) as required by the Residential Tenancies Act.