The termination of a lease depends, among other things, on its term, the provisions of the lease, and the rules set forth in the Civil Code of Québec.
A fixed-term lease generally terminates upon the expiration of the term, without the need for notice, subject, in particular, to its renewal or the exercise of a renewal option provided for in the lease.
If the tenant continues to occupy the premises for more than 10 days after the lease expires, without objection from the landlord, the lease may be tacitly renewed in accordance with the rules set forth in the Civil Code of Québec.
An indefinite-term lease may be terminated by either party by giving the other party the notice required by law, subject to the applicable provisions and the terms set forth in the lease.
The lease may also terminate under other circumstances, including by mutual agreement between the parties or by termination when the conditions prescribed by law are met.
It is therefore important to verify the term of the lease, the renewal or extension clauses, and the provisions regarding its termination before determining when and how the lease may end.