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Quebec Rent Increases (2026)
Quebec does not set a hard rent cap. Instead, the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) publishes a suggested reference each year, and either party can negotiate or ask the tribunal to fix the rent. Here is how the 2026 process works.
2026 TAL reference
3.1%
A negotiable starting point, not a maximum. The TAL fixes the rent if it is disputed.
Open the calculatorHow the process works
- 1
Send a notice of modification
To change the rent, send the tenant a written notice. For a lease of 12 months or more, send it 3 to 6 months before the lease ends.
- 2
Propose the new rent
The TAL's 3.1% reference is a starting point, not a limit. State the proposed new rent in the notice.
- 3
Wait for the tenant's response
The tenant has one month to accept, refuse, or give notice to leave. Silence counts as acceptance of the change.
- 4
Apply to the TAL if refused
If the tenant refuses, you have one month to apply to the TAL, which fixes the rent using its own calculation (taxes, insurance, major work, and income), not a flat percentage.
Also for Quebec landlords
- Security deposits are not allowed in Quebec. Only the first month's rent may be collected.
- Provide each tenant an RL-31 slip by the end of February for the previous year (for the solidarity tax credit).
- Law 25 applies to the personal information you hold about tenants.
Worked example
At the 3.1% reference, a $1,500 rent would rise by about $47 to roughly $1,547. Because it is a reference and not a cap, the final figure can be negotiated or fixed by the TAL.
Frequently asked questions
How much can rent increase in Quebec in 2026?
Quebec has no hard cap. The TAL's suggested reference is 3.1% for leases renewing between April 2, 2026 and April 1, 2027. Units that include services differ.
Is 3.1% a maximum?
No. It is a negotiable reference. A tenant can refuse the proposed increase, and the TAL will fix the rent using its calculation method.
When do I send the rent-increase notice?
For a lease of 12 months or more, send the notice of modification 3 to 6 months before the lease ends.
Can a tenant refuse the increase?
Yes. The tenant has one month to respond. If they refuse, you have one month to apply to the TAL to have the rent fixed.
Are security deposits allowed in Quebec?
No. A landlord may only collect the first month's rent; security, damage, and pet deposits are not permitted.
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Guidance for Quebec landlords, not legal advice. Confirm the current reference and rules with the Tribunal administratif du logement before sending a notice. Reference verified 2026-09-25.