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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Elias's family in Toronto

The closure of the factory left Elias short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.

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Elias N. Graham
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Toronto
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,000. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, we must leave. I have three school-aged children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working extra hours at a market stall, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $4,000 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $2,750 • Late fees and court costs: $240 • Utilities in arrears: $250 • First month of rent as a buffer: $760 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Elias
due date
2026-11-30
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Elias

  1. Thank you all. We're at 36% now ($1,426). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

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  • Kshitija W. Amin

    Good luck. Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from New Delhi!

    • Kateryna Viktoria Nikolaev

      thanks for sharing this. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Mombasa

      • Asif Dipu Sen

        Keep going, Elias. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted

        • Vasyl Ruslan Zakharov

          wishing you peace, Elias. I hope things turn around soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Tallahassee.

          • Janhavi E. Pandya

            Sending love, Elias. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Toronto.

            • Divina A. Ocampo

              praying for you. I hope things turn around soon. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Ribeirão Preto.

              • Sylvie Lemaire

                Best of luck. Looking forward to the next update. I hope December is when things finally get easier. God bless.

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