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Today, I called the Waterloo Regional Police Department's non-emergency number to ask some questions about how the eviction process will work if I lose my case at the landlord tenant board and become subject to enforcement action by the Sheriff. Upon reaching someone, I learned that they were unable to answer my questions and that it would be more appropriate to specifically call the Sheriff's office.

Next, I called the Kitchener Sheriff's office to ask my questions.

Below, you will find a paraphrased version of what I can recall from memory about the conversation. This is not legal advise, and it does not represent the official position of the Sheriff. The paraphrased information below could also contain mistakes if I heard or understood something incorrectly:


Q: Is it possible that I could miss the entire process without getting a notification if the LTB hearing notice gets lost in the mail, and I lose the case because of this? Could the Sheriff show up at my door unexpectedly?

A: There would be at least one notice mailed to you from the [court/sheriff/attorney general?] through regular postal mail.


Q: How long after an eviction order is issued by the LTB does it take to actually get the Sheriff knocking at my door ordering me to leave?

A: Cannot provide a specific answer to this question. It depends on many factors and can vary for each individual. Please consult legal advise.


Q: What would happen I refuse to vacate when Sheriff comes? Is this considered a criminal act?

A: Cannot provide a specific answer to this question. It depends on many factors. Please consult legal advise.


Q: When can the landlord throw out my stuff?

A: You will have 72 hours to get your stuff if ordered to vacate by the Sheriff.

I asked several other questions, but was strongly advised to seek professional legal advice instead.

Here is a copy of the three page notice that was given to us when 250 Frederick was taken over by its new owner:



The last page of the notice includes the instructions to sign up for direct deposits to 1524256 Ontario Limited. 1524256 Ontario Limited is an Ontario corporation that lists 'Michael Klein' as director.

After signing up for the direct deposit I can verify on my banking statements that money is indeed taken from '1524256 ONTARIO RLS':

Another recent article about the renovictions that are currently going on in Guelph at Brant Apts Inc., another Michael Klein property:

"Renovictions show need for bylaw, say Brant Ave. residents"

More recent news about Michael Klein's most recent wave of renovictions at 4, 6 and 8 Brant Ave through Brant Apts Inc:

Guelph tenants terrified over looming 'renovictions'

LETTER: 'Someone in Guelph knows who this landlord is'

A tenant informed me that some tenants have been leaving their garbage bags in the common areas. I encourage all tenants to avoid this practice and comply with the landlord's request to take garbage down to the dumpster until service is restored to the garbage chute.

On August 1, 2024 just before 2:30pm, water was observed running down the eastern stairwell. The source of the water was from somewhere above the 17th floor. The water flowed long enough to leave standing water on most floors of the stairwell, and wet the carpets at the entry point of the hallways of several floors. According to a representative of the building's management team, the water leak was due to a test that was being performed on one of the building's water systems. Furthermore, the representative stated that no additional water leaks are anticipated.

In relation to the Committee of Adjustment meeting that took place on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:00 in the Conestoga Room, a decision has been made: "the application of 250 FREDERICK INC requesting minor variances to permit a parking requirement of 117 parking spaces rather than the minimum required 140 parking spaces and 8 visitor parking spaces rather than the required 28 spaces; to facilitate the development of 4 additional dwelling units to an existing multiple dwelling having 108 units for a total of 112 units, generally in accordance with Site Plan Application SP24/032/F/SRM, on Part Lots 1 and 2, Plan 429, 250 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario BE REFUSED"

At this point, and appeal to this decision is still possible.

I just received a message from someone who pointed me to a reddit thread discussing renovictions at 4, 6 and 8 Brant Avenue in Guelph:

"Renovictions going strong at Brant Avenue"

'BRANT APTS INC.' is also a corporation owned by Michael Klein.