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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Louise's family in Toronto
A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Louise needs $1,350 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Toronto.
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When my hours were cut in half in December, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,350.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by February, we must leave.
I have two young 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 $1,350 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $860
• Utilities in arrears: $230
• Late fees and court costs: $260
I hope life is good to you.
- Louise
- due date
- 2025-03-23
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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How is Louise doing now?
hang in there, Louise. I hope things turn around soon. Blessings
praying for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. After 24 years in farming I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Greetings from Mumbai
Hope it all works out, Louise. I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.
Wishing you peace, Louise. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Louise?
Keep going, Louise. Shared it with a few friends. I'll check back for the next update.
Take care, Louise. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Yonkers.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't give up. Love from Karlsruhe.
Praying for you, Louise. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from La Plata.
You're not alone. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 22 years in customer support I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.
Stay strong. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. God bless