Tag: Commercial tenant

What is an Estoppel Certificate in Commercial Real Estate?

In the world of commercial real estate, the estoppel certificate is sometimes viewed as just another piece of closing paperwork. However, for landlords, tenants, and lenders alike, it is a vital document that "stops" or estops a party from later...

By Shunker Chugh of Merovitz Potechin LLP on Monday June 29, 2026.

My Space, Your Business – When Things Go Wrong in a Commercial Tenancy – Part 2

Lockouts, Distraint & Tenant Rights in Ontario Commercial Leases In Part 1, we explored how the Ontario Commercial Tenancies Act governs lease agreements, the rights of landlords and tenants, and under what conditions a landlord may terminate a lease, including...

By Maxim Piva of Merovitz Potechin LLP on Friday February 14, 2025.

My Space, Your Business – When Things Go Wrong in a Commercial Tenancy – Part 1

Everything doesn’t always go according to plan. Whether you’re a landlord maintaining a building or a tenant trying to operate a business, adequate preparation saves time and money. A carefully-drafted lease under the Ontario Commercial Tenancies Act (the “Act”) can...

By Maxim Piva of Merovitz Potechin LLP on Monday February 10, 2025.