Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) in Gatineau
The essentials
The TAL (Tribunal administratif du logement) office in Gatineau occupies the 4th floor of the Édifice Jos-Montferrand, at 170, rue de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, in the Hull sector. It serves the Outaouais, a region where proximity to Ottawa puts particular pressure on rents and where the vacancy rate is among the lowest in Quebec.
Important reminder for Gatineau tenants and landlords: Quebec law applies here, not Ontario practices. Security deposits demanded at lease signing, common in Ontario, are prohibited in Quebec. The office is open Monday to Friday, by appointment.
The TAL office in Gatineau
Gatineau
Directions →Address
Édifice Jos-Montferrand170, rue de l'Hôtel-de-Ville4e étage, bureau 4.100Gatineau (Québec) J8X 4C2
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
By appointment only.
No mail should be sent to this address.
Booking an appointment
Services at the TAL offices are offered by appointment. You can book an appointment online or by phone at 1 800 683-2245. An information officer can explain your rights and obligations, but cannot draft your documents for you or give you legal advice.
Sending a document to the TAL
Important: no mail should be sent to the address of the Gatineau office. Any mail intended for the tribunal must be addressed to its head office: Village olympique, 5199, rue Sherbrooke Est, bureau 2360, Montréal (Québec) H1T 3X1. Most applications can also be filed and paid for online on the TAL website, without leaving home.
Régie du logement or TAL: what's the difference?
None: it's the same tribunal. The Régie du logement became the Tribunal administratif du logement on August 31, 2020. The old name “régie du logement” is still widely used, and in English the TAL is often called the Quebec rental board, the rental tribunal or the housing tribunal, but every recourse, form and office now falls under the TAL.
Before filing an application: the demand letter
In most housing disputes, first giving the other party a chance to fix the situation shows your good faith. That's what the demand letter (mise en demeure) is for: a formal letter which, when made, must be in writing under article 1595 of the Civil Code of Québec, and which sets out the facts, your request and a sufficient deadline to comply. You can start from our free demand letter template and send it by certified email with proof of receipt.
Frequently asked questions · TAL Gatineau
What is the address of the TAL office in Gatineau?
Gatineau: Édifice Jos-Montferrand, 170, rue de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, 4e étage, bureau 4.100, Gatineau (Québec) J8X 4C2.
What are the opening hours of the TAL in Gatineau?
The TAL office in Gatineau is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Services are by appointment only, so book before heading over.
What is the phone number of the TAL in Gatineau?
The phone number for the Tribunal administratif du logement (formerly the Régie du logement) serving Gatineau is 1 800 683-2245. An information officer can explain your rights and obligations but cannot give legal advice.
Does the Régie du logement in Gatineau still exist?
Yes, under a new name: since August 31, 2020, the Régie du logement has been called the Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL). The Gatineau office is still at 170, rue de l'Hôtel-de-Ville, and the recourses, forms and phone number (1 800 683-2245) are unchanged.
How do I book an appointment at the TAL in Gatineau?
Services at the offices of the Tribunal administratif du logement are offered by appointment. You can book online on the TAL website or by phone at 1 800 683-2245.
Can documents be mailed to the Gatineau office?
No. No mail should be sent to the regional office addresses. Any mail to the Tribunal administratif du logement must be addressed to Village olympique, 5199, rue Sherbrooke Est, bureau 2360, Montréal (Québec) H1T 3X1. Most applications can also be filed online.
Do I need to send a demand letter before filing an application with the TAL?
A demand letter (mise en demeure) is not required for every TAL application, but it is strongly recommended before going to the tribunal. When made, it must be in writing and allow a sufficient deadline to comply (article 1595 of the Civil Code of Québec). It shows your good faith by giving the other party a chance to fix the situation.