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Lease transfer in Montréal
In Montréal most leases end on June 30. When you need to leave at another time, or are looking for a place mid-year, a lease transfer is often the answer.
Leaving your Montréal apartment
- Post early. Allow time to find someone and show the place, plus the landlord's 15 days.
- Be specific. Neighbourhood, size (3½, 4½…), rent, transfer date, lease end date.
- Pick a solid applicant. Their file is what the landlord will look at.
Looking for a place in Montréal
Taking over a lease lets you move outside the July 1 season, on the terms of the current lease. See taking over a lease.
The rules are Québec's
There are no Montréal-specific rules: lease transfers fall under the Civil Code of Québec. See the complete guide.
Frequently asked questions
Are lease transfer rules different in Montréal?
No. Lease transfers are governed by the Civil Code of Québec, which applies the same way across the province.
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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.