Landlord & Tenant Rights in Prince Edward Island (2026)

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   Where to File a Dispute in Prince Edward Island

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   Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission (IRAC)

   https://peirentaloffice.ca/

   Legislation: Rental of Residential Property Act

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   Rent Increases in Prince Edward Island

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   Rent increases are limited

   The Director of Residential Tenancy sets the annual allowable rent increase. A landlord who wants to increase rent above that amount must file a Form 9, Landlord Application to Request Additional Rent Increase, with the Rental Office. IRAC (the Commission) hears appeals of Rental Office decisions; it does not set the guideline or receive above-guideline applications directly.

   Current guideline: The Director of Residential Tenancy has set the Annual Allowable Rent Increase, effective January 1, 2026, at 2% on all rental units, heated or unheated, including mobile home sites. The Director of Residential Tenancy has set the Allowable Annual Rent Increase, effective January 1, 2027 at 2.1% on all rental units, heated or unheated, including mobile home sites.

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   Notice required for a rent increase: 3 months' written notice, on Form 8; a landlord seeking more than the allowable amount files a Form 9 with the Rental Office

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   Eviction and Notice to End Tenancy

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   Month-to-month tenancy

   Periodic (month-to-month) tenancies can only be ended for cause or own-use; landlords cannot end a periodic tenancy without a valid ground

   Fixed-term tenancy

   Fixed-term ends on the agreed date; tenant gives 1 month's written notice

   Important forms & details

   Form 4A (the tenant has 10 days to dispute): for non-payment of rent, at least 20 days from the date the notice is served, and paying all rent due within 10 days of receiving the notice cancels the non-payment part; for every other Form 4A reason (for example repeated late rent, disturbance or damage), at least one month from service, ending the day before rent is due. Form 4B (the tenant has one month to dispute): landlord's own use or family, at least 4 months; a purchaser moving in, at least 2 months (4 months for the purchaser's family); demolition, conversion or renovation, at least 6 months (12 months for a mobile home); subsidy ended, at least 4 months; the effective date must be a day before rent is due. A tenant disputes by filing Form 2A within 10 days (Form 4A) or one month (Form 4B).

   Landlord entry: 24 hours' written notice; emergency excepted

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   Deposits in Prince Edward Island

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   Security Deposit

   Max: The rent for the rental unit

   A landlord cannot accept a deposit greater than the rent for the unit. The landlord has 15 days from the end of the tenancy to decide about it, and must file Form 2B to keep all or part.

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   Last Month's Rent

   No separate last month's rent deposit concept in PEI.

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   Pet Deposit

   No additional deposits beyond the security deposit maximum.

   Tenant insurance

   Tenant insurance is separate from your landlord's policy. It may pay for loss of or damage to your own possessions, accidental damage you cause to the unit, injury to visitors and extra living costs if you have to move out, within the policy's limits.

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   Key Forms and Documents: Prince Edward Island

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   Form 8

   Notice of Rent Increase (Tenant Notice of Annual Allowable Rent Increase; the landlord completes and signs it)

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   Form 4A

   Notice of Termination (eviction with 10-day tenant dispute window)

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   Form 4B

   Notice of Termination for Sale / Renovation / Own Use (1-month tenant dispute window)

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   Form 7

   Notice of Termination or Restriction of Service

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   Common Questions

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   Can a landlord evict me without reason in Prince Edward Island?

   Generally no. Prince Edward Island landlords need a valid reason (non-payment, damage, landlord's own use, etc.) and must follow the notice requirements in the Rental of Residential Property Act. An eviction without proper grounds can be challenged at the IRAC.

   What can a landlord deduct from my security deposit?

   Landlords can deduct for unpaid rent and damage beyond normal wear and tear. They cannot deduct for: minor scuffs or nail holes, carpet wear from normal use, or general cleaning that was already needed. An itemized statement must be provided.

   How do I file a complaint against my landlord (or tenant) in Prince Edward Island?

   File an application with the Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission at https://peirentaloffice.ca/. Gather your evidence (lease, notices, photos, messages) before filing.

   My landlord wants to enter without notice. Is that legal?

   In most cases, no. Prince Edward Island requires 24 hours' written notice; emergency excepted. Entry without notice (except for emergencies) is generally a breach of the tenant's right to quiet enjoyment and can be raised as a complaint at the IRAC.

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Informational guide only. Guidepost is not a law firm. This guide explains the typical process and is not legal advice. Requirements can change. Verify current rules with the relevant government authority or a qualified professional before you act.