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Rent increase calculator
Check the maximum legal rent increase for your province or state, the notice you need to give, and the earliest date a new rent can start. Covers all of Canada and US states with rent control.
Ontario 2026 maximum increase
$1,531.50/mo
Up to 2.1%, an increase of $31.50 per month.
90 days written notice, one increase per 12 months. Earliest effective date if you gave notice today: October 6, 2026.
This is a general estimate, not legal advice. Rules change and local ordinances can differ. Always confirm with the official source before giving notice: Ontario rent increase guideline.
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Get started freeRent increase limits by region
Last reviewed July 8, 2026. Figures change yearly, so confirm with the official source linked for each region.
Canada
| Province or state | Yearly limit | Notice | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 2.1% (2026) | 90 days | Official |
| British Columbia | 2.3% (2026) | 90 days | Official |
| Manitoba | 1.8% (2026) | 90 days | Official |
| Prince Edward Island | 2% (2026) | 90 days | Official |
| Nova Scotia | 5% (2026) | 120 days | Official |
| Quebec | Formula | 90 days | Official |
| Alberta | No cap | 90 days | Official |
| Saskatchewan | No cap | 365 days | Official |
| New Brunswick | 3% (2026) | 180 days | Official |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | No cap | 180 days | Official |
| Yukon | 2.6% (2026) | 90 days | Official |
| Northwest Territories | No cap | 90 days | Official |
| Nunavut | No cap | 90 days | Official |
United States
Common questions
How much can a landlord raise the rent?
It depends on where the unit is. Some provinces and a few US states cap the yearly increase at a set percent or an inflation-based formula. Many places, including Alberta and most US states, have no cap, so the increase is limited only by the lease and the required notice period.
How much notice is needed to raise rent?
Notice periods vary by jurisdiction, commonly 30 to 90 days in writing, and there is usually a minimum of 12 months between increases. The calculator shows the notice period and earliest effective date for the region you pick.
Are these numbers official?
The calculator is a general estimate, not legal advice. Every region links to its official source, and the whole dataset carries a last-reviewed date. Always confirm the current figure with the official source before giving a tenant notice.
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