Garnishment and Debt Collection Services for Ontario Landlords
Your LTB Order Is Just the Beginning — Let’s Collect What You’re Owed
Winning at the Landlord and Tenant Board feels like a victory, until you realize your tenant is ignoring the order. You’re not alone in this frustration. Many Ontario landlords discover that an LTB decision in their favor may need to be enforced through the Small Claims Court, and they don’t know how to enforce it.
That’s where Stonegate Legal Services steps in. We specialize in converting your LTB order into real money in your bank account through proven enforcement strategies including wage garnishment and debt collection services.
What Happens After Your LTB Order?
Even with a legal order from the Landlord and Tenant Board, tenants often continue to ignore their obligations — especially when it comes to unpaid rent arrears or property damage awards. The harsh reality is that the LTB doesn’t collect money for you; they simply provide the legal foundation you need to pursue collection through Ontario’s court system.
Common Problems Ontario Landlords Face:
You’re not alone. These are frustrating, but common questions around Ontario’s rental market. You’ve already invested so much time and energy getting your LTB order, let’s help you turn that order into actual payment.
How We Enforce LTB Orders Through Small Claims Court
Convert Your LTB Order into an Enforceable Judgment
Before any collection can begin, your LTB order must be filed with Ontario’s Small Claims Court. This conversion transforms your tribunal decision into a court judgment with full legal authority for enforcement actions. We handle the entire filing process, ensuring all paperwork is correctly prepared and submitted to avoid costly delays.
Choose Your Enforcement Strategy
With a court judgment in place, there are several legal collection tools that become available:
Wage Garnishment — Direct seizure of up to 20% of your former tenant’s employment income, paid directly to you until the debt is satisfied.
Bank Account Garnishment — Immediate freezing and collection of funds from the tenant’s financial accounts.
Writ of Seizure and Sale — Legal registration against the tenant’s personal property, vehicles, or other valuable assets for potential seizure and sale.
Professional Service and Enforcement
Once documents are filed and approved by the court, they must be properly served to the tenant, their employer, or financial institution. Our team manages every aspect of this process, from initial service to ongoing collection monitoring, ensuring maximum compliance and recovery. In many cases, payments start flowing within weeks.
Why Ontario Landlords Choose Stonegate for LTB Enforcement
We provide legal support in Landlord-Tenant Collections of Rent Arrears
Unlike general collection agencies, we focus exclusively on Ontario’s rental market. Our team understands the unique challenges landlords face and the specific legal requirements for enforcing LTB orders through Small Claims Court.
Licensed and Court-Ready
Our licensed paralegals are authorized to represent landlords in Ontario small claims court and handle all aspects of the enforcement process. We know exactly what documentation to file, where to file it, and how to navigate the system efficiently. You focus on your business – we’ll focus on getting back the money you are owed.
Full-Service Enforcement Support
We manage every step of the collection process (from start to finish), however, before you can collect anything, your LTB decision must be turned into a court-enforceable judgment. We handle the entire filing process at the Ontario Small Claims Court, saving you time and avoiding costly errors.
Transparent, Flat-Rate Pricing
Our comprehensive packages provide clear, upfront pricing so you know exactly what enforcement will cost. No hidden fees, no surprises — just results-focused service with predictable expenses.
Why Work with Stonegate?
We’re not generalists. We are the go-to teamfor landlord-tenant legal matters.
Our team has decades of combined experience of dealing with:
They took care of everything—from the court filings to garnishing the wages. I finally got my rent back after months of frustration.
When it comes to enforcing LTB orders and recovering unpaid rent, Ontario landlords don’t want guesswork — they want results. That’s why so many landlords choose Stonegate Legal Services. We specialize in navigating the legal enforcement process so you don’t have to face it alone.
Clear Pricing. No Surprises.
We offer flat-rate packages so you always know what you’re paying for. We’ll walk you through the costs and court fees upfront so there are no surprises later on.
Understanding the Realities of Debt Collection
When Garnishment May Not Be Possible
Some tenants are considered “judgment-proof,” meaning they have no wages to garnish or assets to seize. Self-employed individuals or those receiving only government assistance may fall into this category, though options like future asset recovery may still apply.
Credit Reporting as a Collection Tool
Unpaid tenant debts can be reported to major credit bureaus, creating ongoing credit score impacts until the debt is resolved. This additional pressure often motivates former tenants to communicate and arrange payment.
Recovery Success Metrics
While collection success varies based on individual circumstances, our systematic approach and legal expertise typically achieve higher recovery rates than landlords attempting self-collection, often recovering substantial portions of awarded amounts.
Start Collecting What You’re Owed
You’ve already done the hard work of getting your LTB order. Now let’s turn that legal victory into actual money in your account.
Ready to enforce your LTB order? Contact Stonegate Legal Services today for a consultation about your specific enforcement options. We’ll review your case, explain the available strategies, and help you choose the most effective path forward.
Don’t let another month pass while your former tenant ignores their legal obligations. You deserve to be paid for your property, your time, and your investment.
At Stonegate Legal Services, we believe in transparency and providing clear, upfront information about our fees and the value you receive.
We offer comprehensive, flat-rate packages tailored to your specific needs. Why choose our flat-rate services?
We had an LTB order but couldn’t collect a cent until Stonegate stepped in. They made the garnishment process smooth and stress-free.
Frequently Asked Questions About LTB Order Enforcement
Stonegate took the burden off our hands. I didn’t even know I could enforce the judgment until they explained the process. I got paid in full within two months.
