Newfoundland and Labrador Eviction Rules
Official notice periods, filing timelines, and legal citations for this province.
Notice Requirements
Nonpayment of Rent
5 days to move out (cannot evict until 10 days after rent is 5 days late)
Lease Violation
5 days
When can the landlord file?
Landlord may apply to the Residential Tenancies Office after the notice period expires.
Tenant answer deadline
Tenant may mediate disagreements through the Residential Tenancies Office.
Hearing timeline
Typically 2–4 weeks after filing, depending on office schedule.
Lockout / physical eviction
Only a court officer or sheriff may enforce an eviction order; self-help is prohibited.
Eviction Process Timeline
Notice Period (Nonpayment)
5 days to move out (cannot evict until 10 days after rent is 5 days late)
Notice Period (Lease Violation)
5 days
Landlord Can File
Landlord may apply to the Residential Tenancies Office after the notice period expires.
Tenant Answer Deadline
Tenant may mediate disagreements through the Residential Tenancies Office.
Hearing Timeline
Typically 2–4 weeks after filing, depending on office schedule.
Lockout / Physical Eviction
Only a court officer or sheriff may enforce an eviction order; self-help is prohibited.
Legal Citations
- Residential Tenancies Act, SNL 2018, c R-15.1