1. Landlord Information
Landlord or Authorized Agent Name: [[Landlord Full Legal Name or Company Name]]
Address for Service: [[Landlord Address for Service, City, Alberta, Postal Code]]
Phone: [[Landlord Phone Number]]
Email: [[Landlord Email Address]]
2. Tenant and Premises Information
Tenant(s) Full Legal Name(s): [[Tenant Full Legal Name(s)]]
Premises Address (including unit/suite if applicable): [[Full Rental Premises Address, Unit Number, City, Alberta, Postal Code]]
This notice applies to the above residential tenancy.
3. Type of Notice and Statutory Grounds
This notice is a termination notice under the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act (the "RTA"). The Landlord is terminating the tenancy for the following ground(s). Only rent arrears (past-due rent) may be claimed in a pay-or-quit notice. Other charges are not included.
Select the applicable ground and complete all fields:
A. Non-Payment of Rent (14-day notice)
- The Tenant owes rent in the amount of $[[Exact Amount of Past-Due Rent Only]] for the period from [[Start of Arrears Period]] to [[End of Arrears Period]].
- Payment of the full amount within 14 days after service of this notice will cancel this notice.
- Payment instructions: [[e.g., e-transfer to email address / certified cheque or money order delivered to Landlord address for service / direct deposit to account number provided separately]].
- If payment is not received in full within the cure period, the tenancy will terminate on [[Termination Date for Non-Payment]].
B. Substantial Breach of Tenancy Agreement or RTA (14-day notice)
- The Tenant has committed a substantial breach by: [[specific description of breach, e.g., unauthorized occupants or pets, damage beyond normal wear, disturbance of other tenants, illegal activity, failure to pay utilities where responsible, etc.]].
- The breach occurred on or about [[approximate date(s)]].
- The Tenant has 14 days from service of this notice to remedy the breach (if the breach is capable of remedy).
- If the breach is not remedied within 14 days, the tenancy will terminate on [[Termination Date for Breach]].
C. Landlord's Own Use or Sale of Property (3-month notice)
- The Landlord requires the Premises for the Landlord's own use or for use by the Landlord's immediate family member(s): [[name and relationship]].
- Or the Landlord has entered into a bona fide agreement to sell the property and the purchaser requires vacant possession.
- Minimum notice: three (3) months.
- Termination effective [[Termination Date - at least 3 months from service, on a rent payment date or as permitted]].
- The Landlord is acting in good faith.
D. End of Fixed-Term Tenancy
- The fixed-term tenancy ends on [[End of Fixed Term Date]].
- The Landlord does not intend to renew.
- Notice period and form requirements per RTA and any fixed-term agreement must be followed. Termination effective [[Vacate Date]].
E. Other Permitted Grounds
- [[Describe other just cause permitted by RTA, e.g., serious damage, repeated late payment after prior notices, assignment/subletting without consent, etc.]]
- Applicable notice period and cure rights: [[specify]].
- Termination effective [[Termination Date]].
4. Termination / Vacate Date
The tenancy is terminated and the Tenant must vacate the Premises on or before [[Termination / Vacate Date]] (this date must comply with the statutory minimum notice period for the ground selected and any prescribed form requirements).
If the Tenant remains in possession after the termination date, the Landlord will apply to the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) or the appropriate court for an order terminating the tenancy and granting possession. The Tenant may be liable for additional costs, including rent for overholding and application fees.
5. Demand and Cure (Where Applicable)
For non-payment of rent or curable breaches:
- Full cure payment or remedy must be completed within the time stated above.
- Proof of payment or remedy (receipts, photos, etc.) must be provided to the Landlord immediately upon cure.
- Partial payments or late payments do not extend the cure period unless the Landlord agrees in writing.
6. Method of Service of This Notice
This notice is being served by one of the following methods permitted under the RTA and RTDRS rules (check one):
- Personal delivery to the Tenant at the Premises or last known address.
- Registered mail addressed to the Tenant at the Premises or last known address.
- Posting the notice in a conspicuous place on the Premises (where permitted by the RTA for the specific notice type, followed by mailing a copy).
- Other method permitted by the RTA or RTDRS: [[describe exact method]].
Date and time of service (or deemed service): [[Date and Approximate Time of Service or Deemed Service]]
Server / Person effecting service: [[Name of Person Serving Notice]]
7. Tenant's Rights - Dispute Process
The Tenant has the right to dispute this notice by filing an application with the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS).
- Applications must be filed within the time limits set by RTDRS (typically before the termination date or as specified on the official form).
- Filing an application may stay enforcement pending a hearing.
- Contact RTDRS for forms, fees, and procedures:
- Website: rtdrs.alberta.ca
- Phone and office locations: see current RTDRS website or Alberta government resources.
- Tenants are encouraged to seek advice promptly. Do not ignore this notice.
8. Landlord or Agent Contact for Payment, Cure, or Questions
Contact Name: [[Landlord or Property Manager Name]]
Phone: [[Phone]]
Email: [[Email]]
Mailing / In-Person Address for Cure or Payment: [[Full Address for Delivery of Payment or Written Response]]
9. Important Landlord and Tenant Notes
- This notice must follow the form and manner required by the RTA and any prescribed RTDRS Form (e.g., Form 1 for non-payment, Form 2 for breach, Form 3 or equivalent for landlord use).
- Only rent arrears may be demanded in a non-payment termination notice. Late fees, utilities arrears, or other charges cannot be included to trigger termination under the pay-or-quit process.
- For landlord's own use or sale, the Landlord must act in good faith. Bad faith terminations can result in remedies for the Tenant, including compensation orders.
- The Landlord must retain proof of service (affidavit of service, registered mail receipt, photos of posting, witness statements).
- Tenants may have additional protections under the RTA for certain situations (e.g., domestic violence, repairs, retaliation).
- Use the current official RTDRS prescribed form for the specific ground whenever one exists. This document supports preparation of required content.
10. Landlord Certification and Signature
I certify that:
- The information in this notice is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
- I have served (or caused to be served) this notice in accordance with the RTA.
- I am acting in compliance with the Residential Tenancies Act and any applicable RTDRS requirements.
Landlord / Authorized Agent Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name: [[Landlord or Agent Printed Name]]
Date Signed: [[Notice Date]]
Title / Capacity (if signing for company): [[Title or "Landlord" or "Authorized Agent"]]
11. Proof of Service (to be completed by server)
I, [[Full Name of Server]], served this Notice of Termination of Tenancy on the Tenant(s) named above as follows:
Date of service: [[Date of Actual or Deemed Service]]
Time of service (if applicable): [[Time]]
Method used (check one and provide details):
- [ ] Personal delivery to [[Tenant Name]] at [[location on Premises or address]].
- [ ] Registered mail to [[full mailing address used]] (attach receipt).
- [ ] Posting in conspicuous place at the Premises at [[exact location posted]] on [[date]], followed by mailing a copy to [[address]] on [[date]].
- [ ] Other permitted method: [[detailed description]].
Server Signature: ________________________________
Printed Name of Server: [[Server Full Name]]
Server Contact Phone / Email: [[Server Phone / Email]]
Date this Proof of Service completed: [[Date]]
Witness (if used): [[Witness Name and Signature, if applicable]]
Attachments to this Proof (if any): [[e.g., registered mail receipt copy, photos of posting]]
Template - not professional (legal/financial/medical) advice. This is a template tenancy termination notice for residential tenancies in Alberta, Canada. It is intended to align with the Residential Tenancies Act, RSA 2004 c R-17.1 and RTDRS prescribed forms and procedures. Notice periods (14 days for non-payment or substantial breach; 3 months for landlord's own use) and service rules must be followed exactly. Use official RTDRS forms for the specific ground. Both Landlord and Tenant should verify current requirements with RTDRS (rtdrs.alberta.ca) or a qualified advisor. Invented inputs are tagged as [[merge fields]]. As of 2026.
Primary Sources (as of 2026-06):
- Residential Tenancies Act, SA 2004 c R-17.1 (Alberta) and regulations.
- Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) prescribed forms (Form 1, Form 2, Form 3 and equivalents), guides, and filing procedures (rtdrs.alberta.ca).
- Official Alberta government tenancy resources and current RTDRS practice.
The Landlord must use the current official prescribed form whenever one is required for the ground. This document is intended to support accurate preparation of the required content and process. Consult RTDRS or a qualified advisor for your specific situation.
