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The notice of lease assignment: what it must contain
The notice of assignment is the document that tells your landlord you intend to transfer your lease. Its receipt starts the 15-day period. Here is what it must state and how to send it.
What the law requires
Articles 1870 and 1978.1 of the Civil Code of Québec require the notice to state:
- the name of the person you intend to transfer the lease to;
- their address;
- the planned date of the transfer.
Useful additions
- the date of the notice and the address of the dwelling;
- your name and signature;
- a reminder of the 15-day deadline and its consequences.
The Tribunal administratif du logement also provides an official notice form.
How to send it
The notice must be in writing. What matters next is being able to prove the date it was received: hand delivery against a signature, registered mail, or any method that leaves a dated record.
With Bailo, you generate the notice from the details confirmed by your applicant, sign it on screen, and send it to your landlord through a link. The opening of the link is time-stamped, and the landlord can answer and sign online.
Frequently asked questions
Must the notice of lease assignment be in writing?
Yes. The tenant must notify the landlord in writing, stating the name and address of the proposed assignee and the planned date of the transfer.
When does the 15-day period start?
When the landlord receives the notice, not when it is sent. Keep proof of the date of receipt.
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Sources
- Tribunal administratif du logement — Cession ou sous-location
- Éducaloi — La cession de bail et la sous-location de logement
- Code civil du Québec, articles 1870 à 1873 et 1978.2
Updated on November 15, 2026. This page provides general information and is not legal advice. For a specific situation, contact the Tribunal administratif du logement or a legal adviser.