Rent Increase Calculator
Find the maximum legal rent increase for 2026 in Ontario and British Columbia, with the notice period and official form for each province. Free, and built for Canadian landlords.
Ontario
Enter your current rent to see the maximum legal increase.
- Notice required
- 90 days (Form N1)
- Frequency
- Once every 12 months
- Regulator
- Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB)
Good to know
Units first occupied after November 15, 2018 are exempt from the guideline (no cap on the increase).
This is guidance for planning, not legal advice. Always confirm the current figure and rules with the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) before serving a notice.
Official source Guideline verified September 25, 2026
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How much can a landlord raise rent in Ontario in 2026?
Ontario's 2026 rent increase guideline is 2.1%. For a rent-controlled unit, rent can be increased by up to 2.1% once every 12 months, with at least 90 days written notice on Form N1. Units first occupied after November 15, 2018 are exempt from the guideline.
How much can rent increase in British Columbia in 2026?
British Columbia's 2026 maximum allowable rent increase is 2.3%, once every 12 months, with three full months (about 90 days) written notice on Form RTB-7.
How do I calculate my rent increase?
Multiply your current monthly rent by the provincial guideline. At Ontario's 2.1% guideline, $2,000 rent can rise by $42 to $2,042. Enter your rent in the calculator above for your exact figure.
Is this legal advice?
No. This tool is for planning and record-keeping. Always confirm the current figure and rules with your provincial regulator before serving a rent-increase notice.
More provinces are being added. Guideline figures are verified against each province's regulator and change annually.