How much notice do I give to move out in Manitoba?

For a month-to-month tenancy, at least one full month's written notice ending on the last day of a rental period. A fixed-term lease ends on its end date and otherwise continues month-to-month.

How much notice does my landlord have to give in Manitoba?

For owner-occupation, at least three months. For unpaid rent, a short notice of about five days (which you can usually stop by paying). Other reasons have their own set notice periods, and the notice must state the reason.

Do I have to move out when my fixed-term lease ends in Manitoba?

Not necessarily. If you stay past the end date without signing a new term, the tenancy usually continues month-to-month. You can't be evicted just because the fixed term ended — the landlord still needs a valid reason and proper notice.

Can I be evicted for unpaid rent in Manitoba?

A landlord can give a short notice (about five days) for unpaid rent, but you can usually stop the eviction by paying what you owe. Only the Residential Tenancies Branch process — not the landlord directly — can force you out.

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ManitobaSeptember 11, 20265 min read

How Much Notice to End a Tenancy in Manitoba?

Ending a tenancy in Manitoba depends on the type of tenancy and who's ending it. Getting the timing right is what makes a notice count. Here's how it works.

By the LeasePlain Editorial Team · Checked against Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act per our editorial standards·Last reviewed September 2026

If You Want to Move Out

For a month-to-month tenancy, you must give at least one full month's written notice, ending on the last day of a rental period. So to leave at the end of a month, give notice before that month begins.

Fixed-Term Leases

A fixed-term lease ends on its end date. If you stay past it (and don't sign a new term), it usually continues as a month-to-month tenancy with the same one-month notice rules. You can't be forced out simply because the fixed term ended.

When the Landlord Ends a Tenancy

A landlord needs a valid reason and the right notice:

Landlord or family owner-occupation: at least three months' notice.
Major renovations or other permitted reasons: set notice periods apply.
The notice must be in writing, signed and dated, state the reason, and give the correct end date.

Problems Have Shorter Notice

For unpaid rent, a landlord can give a short (about 5-day) notice, which you can usually stop by paying what's owed. For a breach of the tenancy agreement, the notice is at least one rental payment period. Serious cases can move faster.

What Makes a Notice Valid

Any notice must be in writing, properly dated, name the rental, give the correct termination date, and (for a landlord) state the reason. A notice with the wrong date or missing details can be disputed through the Residential Tenancies Branch — so read it carefully before acting.