u/Separate-Scene4672

I’m a tenant in Toronto and I recently filed an application through the Landlord and Tenant Board. My hearing is about a month away, and I’m looking for practical advice from people who have been through the LTB process before.

Since moving in, I’ve had multiple issues with the unit, including heating/thermostat problems, AC issues, and a water leak investigation that caused repeated visits to my unit. The thermostat was locked, so I couldn’t control the temperature myself, and when problems happened, the landlord blamed me for damage even though I believe the issues were caused by old/pre-existing maintenance problems. There was also a leak issue from around January to March where contractors/building staff came multiple times, sometimes with little notice, and I was even told not to shower until it was fixed. Later, the leak was apparently traced to a missing bathtub overflow plate, which I believe should have been inspected before I moved in.

On top of the maintenance issues, the communication from the landlord has felt accusatory and threatening. For example, I was blamed for damages I don’t believe I caused, and I was told that if I didn’t provide access, charges could be put on me. I’ve saved screenshots/text messages and I’m trying to organize everything properly before the hearing.

For anyone who has dealt with the LTB before:

Any tips would be really appreciated. I’m not looking for legal representation here, just practical advice from people who understand the Ontario LTB process.

I’m a tenant in Toronto and I recently filed an application through the Landlord and Tenant Board. My hearing is about a month away, and I’m looking for practical advice from people who have been through the LTB process before.

Since moving in, I’ve had multiple issues with the unit, including heating/thermostat problems, AC issues, and a water leak investigation that caused repeated visits to my unit. The thermostat was locked, so I couldn’t control the temperature myself, and when problems happened, the landlord blamed me for damage even though I believe the issues were caused by old/pre-existing maintenance problems. There was also a leak issue from around January to March where contractors/building staff came multiple times, sometimes with little notice, and I was even told not to shower until it was fixed. Later, the leak was apparently traced to a missing bathtub overflow plate, which I believe should have been inspected before I moved in.

On top of the maintenance issues, the communication from the landlord has felt accusatory and threatening. For example, I was blamed for damages I don’t believe I caused, and I was told that if I didn’t provide access, charges could be put on me. I’ve saved screenshots/text messages and I’m trying to organize everything properly before the hearing.

For anyone who has dealt with the LTB before:

Any tips would be really appreciated. I’m not looking for legal representation here, just practical advice from people who understand the Ontario LTB process.