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Boot Camp: Residential Tenancies (LTB): Provides Practitioners with Nine Bi-Weekly Sessions of Intensive Practical Learning
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For lawyers and paralegals (candidates and students welcome) who provide services to clients with matters litigated within the Landlord Tenant Board.
Success at the Landlord and Tenant Board requires more than knowing the law, success demands strategy, precision, and persuasive advocacy. This CPD course equips legal professionals with the tools needed to navigate LTB matters effectively, from understanding procedural rules to mastering evidence presentation and argument development.
By enrolling, participants will discover practical, actionable strategies to strengthen their advocacy, achieve better client outcomes, and elevate their overall practice. Avoid missing this opportunity to gain a competitive edge in the complex field of residential tenancy law.
Presenters:
Dan Schofield is a Senior Partner with SFG Paralegal Services LLP. Dan focuses mainly on cases within regulatory tribunals such as the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO), the Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRAO), the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO), the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), as well as providing litigation services within the Small Claims Court.
Scott McEachern is a seasoned legal educator dedicated to advancing knowledge and practical understanding of the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006. As the leader of education initiatives at Success.Legal, Scott has designed and delivered numerous Continuing Professional Development programs that translate complex statutory frameworks into accessible, practice‑ready insights for lawyers and paralegals. With a strong focus on teaching, Scott draws on years of experience in legal curriculum development to create engaging and impactful learning experiences. Scott is committed to professional growth and ensures that participants in this, among other courses, gain the clarity, the confidence, and the practical awareness, necessary to navigate the intricacies of the law.
Agenda
Session 1:
October 1 2025 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Jurisdiction and Scope
Learn about, among other things:
- The tenancies governed by the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 including various exemptions;
- The adjudicative authority and limits of the Landlord Tenant Board;
- The types of proceedings and issues the Landlord Tenant Board can hear; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 2:
October 15 2025 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Common Applications
Learn about, among other things:
- The key applications (e.g., L1, L2, T2, T6, etc.);
- The strategic considerations in choosing the correct application;
- The available remedies and the respective legal thresholds of each; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 3:
October 29 2025 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Eviction for Cause
Learn about, among other things:
- The legal standards for eviction (e.g., s. 59 non‑payment, s. 64–68 for cause);
- The distinctions between different grounds for termination (persistent late payment, substantial interference, illegal acts);
- The case law trends shaping Landlord Tenant Board decisions; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 4:
November 12 2025 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Rent‑Related Disputes
Learn about, among other things:
Rules on lawful rent increases (s. 119–136); Challenging illegal rent increases and rebates; Navigating Above‑Guideline Increase (AGI) applications.
- The rules on lawful rent increases (s. 119–136);
- The challenging of illegal rent increases and rebates;
- The navigating of Above‑Guideline Increase (AGI) applications; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 5:
November 26 2025 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Maintenance Obligations
Learn about, among other things:
- The landlord’s obligations under s. 20 and related enforcement applications (T6);
- The tenant’s obligations to maintain cleanliness and prevent damage;
- The strategies for litigating habitability and repair disputes;
- The third-party liability risks involving maintenance issues; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 6:
December 10 2025 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Advocacy & Evidence
Learn about, among other things:
- The Rules of Practice and Interpretation Guidelines for matters of the Landlord Tenant Board;
- The preparing and presenting of persuasive evidence, including documents, witnesses, and expert testimony;
- The effective witness examination techniques and skills for making or handling objections; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A Quick Reference Guide for stating objections as well as for handling objections for convenient future use during hearings; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 7:
January 7 2026 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Settlement & Mediation
Learn about, among other things:
- The effective use of mediation and consent orders;
- The drafting enforceable mediated agreements;
- The weighing the risks and benefits of settlement versus a full hearing;
- The settlement disclosure duties required in matters with separate litigation;
- The principle of finality including the Sinclair-Cockburn doctrine; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material;
- A sample Release document for convenient future reference when drafting a Release following acceptance of settlement terms; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 8:
January 21 2026 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
After the Order
Learn about, among other things:
- The enforcement of LTB orders through the Sheriff or the Small Claims Court;
- The navigating of Stay motions and review proceedings;
- The strategies for recovering arrears and damages; and
- The much more that professional litigators should know when preparing to litigate.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Session 9:
February 4 2026 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Reviews and Appeals
Learn about, among other things:
- The procedural distinctions between a request for review and an appeal, including prescribed timelines and filing requirements;
- The substantive grounds for a request for review under the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, with emphasis on serious error criteria;
- The jurisdictional limitations of the Landlord and Tenant Board when considering a request for review;
- The appeal process to the Divisional Court, including scope of review and the question of law threshold;
- The strategic considerations for preserving issues for appeal during the initial Landlord and Tenant Board proceeding; and
- The developing of a comprehensive advocacy strategy that integrates Landlord and Tenant Board review remedies and Divisional Court appeal procedures to maximize client outcomes.
This session will provide participants with a big‑picture awareness of how residential tenancy issues can evolve into complex, multi‑jurisdictional disputes, preparing practitioners to offer more comprehensive services and spot issues early to protect clients.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
Bonus:
February 18 2026 - 7:30PM to 9:00PM
Unavailable? Be without worry. It will be recorded.
Other Issues
Learn about, among other things:
- The spillover legal risks involving residential tenancy issues that intersect with other legal forums and statutory regimes;
- The provincial offences exposure involving Fire Code violations including liability for tenant actions (e.g., removal of smoke detectors, etc.);
- The tort claims from third parties such as private nuisance brought by neighbouring property owners;
- The premises liability concerns from personal injury claims (e.g., slip and falls) involving tenants’ guests or other third parties;
- The condominium law intersections for tenant caused damage to condominium corporation property or common elements; and
- The developing of a broad landlord services practice by expanding beyond LTB advocacy to provide holistic legal support for landlords facing multi‑forum disputes.
This session will provide participants with a big‑picture awareness of how residential tenancy issues can evolve into complex, multi‑jurisdictional disputes, preparing practitioners to offer more comprehensive services and spot issues early to protect clients.
Materials Included:
- A handout containing extensive case law, fully cited, and linked to CanLII for convenient future use as quick reference secondary source material; and
- A nearly two (2) hour video of informative anecdotal discussion available in perpetuity.
What Was Said
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~ Crystal Mcreavy
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~ Heidi Goertz
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~ Jennifer Greenway
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~ Parisa Hooshmand
"I was quite impressed and informed."
~ Lisa Brown
"Great presentation! Really enjoyed."
~ Ryan Swalm
"The highlighting you use while reviewing the written materials live is very helpful. Having the written materials on screen is very helpful for audio and visual learners like me. Very clear delivery. Abundance of case law. Excellent extracts from the cases. Wonderfully informative and very organized. ..."
~ Sarah Bernamoff, Lawyer