Tenant Screening

Welcome to Landlord’s Self-Help Centre’s module about Tenant Screening in Ontario. The information offered in this presentation is intended as general information, it is not legal advice. If you need more information, please contact a legal service provider.
Landlord's Self-Help Centre is a specialty community legal clinic and receives core funding from Legal Aid Ontario. The views expressed here are the views of LSHC and do not necessarily reflect those of Legal Aid Ontario.
When looking for a prospective tenant, landlords can ask for specific information in a rental application. This information can include, personal contact information, income, employment, rental history, banking information, credit references and/or guarantors.