A new study released on June 15, 2026 shows that requests for housing repossession before the Administrative Housing Tribunal have risen threefold over the past twelve years across Quebec. The data, compiled by the Tribunal administratif du logement and the Regroupement des comités logement et associations de locataires du Québec, highlights a sharp upward trend in cases where landlords seek to terminate tenancies.
The report, which examined filing patterns at the tribunal, indicates that the volume of eviction‑related applications has increased dramatically since 2014. While the study does not break down the reasons for each filing, the overall surge points to a growing pressure on the province’s rental market.
Tenants facing repossession claims report difficulty mounting a defence, according to observations from the tenant association network. The rise in filings has amplified concerns among renters about the stability of their housing and the capacity of the tribunal system to manage the growing caseload.
Housing advocates, represented by the RCLALQ, are using the findings to press provincial officials for stronger rent‑control measures. They argue that tighter regulation of rent increases could reduce the frequency of eviction filings and protect the right to affordable housing for vulnerable renters.
The study adds to a broader conversation about Quebec’s rental policies, which have seen increasing scrutiny as eviction numbers climb. Policymakers are now faced with balancing landlord rights and tenant protections in a market where demand for rental units remains high. The report’s release comes at a time when calls for legislative action on rent control are gaining momentum, with stakeholders on both sides of the issue monitoring the tribunal’s workload and the implications for the province’s housing stability.
The threefold increase documented in the twelve‑year span underscores a significant shift in the landscape of Quebec’s rental sector, prompting renewed debate over how best to ensure equitable access to housing while addressing the concerns of property owners.