Yukon Lease Agreement Requirements for Landlords (2025)
What must be included in a Yukon residential lease — mandatory terms, prohibited clauses, standard conditions, subletting rules, and landlord entry rights under the Residential Tenancies Act.
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A well-drafted tenancy agreement is the foundation of a compliant landlord-tenant relationship in Yukon. The Residential Tenancies Act (effective September 1, 2025) sets out mandatory terms that must appear in every tenancy agreement — and prohibits clauses that attempt to override the tenant's statutory rights.
Disclaimer: This guide provides general legal information for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed attorney in Yukon for guidance specific to your situation. Information last verified: March 2026.
Written vs. Oral Agreements
Yukon permits both written and oral tenancy agreements. However, written agreements are strongly recommended for both parties. If the agreement is written:
- The landlord must provide a signed copy to the tenant within 21 days of signing
- The agreement must include all mandatory disclosures and standard terms prescribed by the Act
The Yukon government provides a template tenancy agreement that is fully compliant with the Act — landlords are encouraged to use it.
Mandatory Agreement Terms
Every Yukon tenancy agreement must include:
| Required Term | Details |
|---|---|
| Landlord contact info | Name, address, and phone number for service |
| Tenant emergency contact | Phone number for contacting tenant |
| Rental unit address | Full civic address |
| Tenancy start date | And end date if fixed-term |
| Additional access areas | Parking, storage, laundry, etc. |
| Minimum rental standards | Copy of standards from Act regulations |
| Standard terms | Per the Residential Tenancies Act |
Standard Mandatory Terms (Per the Act)
All tenancy agreements must incorporate these standard terms derived from the Act:
- Subletting — Rules for subletting and assignment of the lease
- Condition Inspections — Process for move-in and move-out inspections
- Permitted and Prohibited Fees — Application fees are prohibited; deposits are regulated
- Landlord Entry — Rules for when and how the landlord may enter the unit
- Ending the Tenancy — Proper procedures for both landlord and tenant
- Locks — Policies on locks and key changes
- Rent Increases — Process and notice requirements
- Repairs — Responsibilities of each party
- Plumbing and Water — Landlord obligations
Prohibited Clauses
Any clause in a tenancy agreement that:
- Gives the landlord greater rights than the Act allows
- Gives the tenant fewer rights than the Act guarantees
...is void and unenforceable, even if both parties signed the agreement.
Common prohibited clauses include:
- Waiving the landlord's duty to make repairs
- Permitting the landlord to enter without notice
- Requiring the tenant to forfeit the deposit without dispute resolution
- Charging application fees
Fixed-Term vs. Periodic Tenancies
| Type | Description | End of Term |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed-Term | Set start and end date | Ends automatically on the end date unless renewed |
| Month-to-Month | No end date, rolls monthly | Requires proper notice to end |
| Weekly | Rolls weekly | Requires proper notice to end |
A fixed-term lease that expires without renewal typically converts to a month-to-month tenancy under the Act unless the parties agree otherwise.
Subletting and Assignment
Tenants may sublet (temporarily transfer occupancy to a subtenant) or assign (permanently transfer the lease to a new tenant) the rental unit — but only with the landlord's written consent. Landlords cannot unreasonably withhold consent.
If the landlord refuses to consent without a valid reason, the tenant may apply to the Residential Tenancies Office (RTO) for an order permitting the sublet or assignment.
Landlord Right of Entry
Landlords must provide reasonable written notice before entering a rental unit, except in emergencies. The Act specifies circumstances under which the landlord may enter:
- To make repairs or inspections (with reasonable notice)
- With the tenant's consent
- In case of emergency (no notice required)
Prohibited Fees
The following fees are prohibited in Yukon:
- Application fees — Charging prospective tenants to apply for a unit is illegal
- Administrative fees not authorized by the Act
- Top-up deposits — Cannot demand increased deposit after rent increase
How to Stay Compliant
- Use the government template — Download and use Yukon's official tenancy agreement form.
- Review prohibited clauses — Have any custom clauses reviewed against the Act before including them.
- Provide the agreement promptly — Deliver a signed copy within 21 days of signing.
- Document access areas — Clearly list parking, storage, and any shared spaces the tenant is entitled to use.
- Keep a signed copy — Retain your own signed copy of every agreement.
Back to Yukon Landlord-Tenant Laws Overview.
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