Evicting a bad tenant in Nunavut costs ~$11,550.
How Nunavut handles evictions
Limited tribunal coverage; expect longer timelines.
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Nunavut eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Nunavut?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Nunavut at around $11,550 all-in: a $50 filing fee, roughly 3 months of lost rent ($7,500 at a typical $2,500/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs, using national planning figures for those three. Uncontested cases cost less.
How long does an eviction take in Nunavut?
Roughly 90 days (~13 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. Limited tribunal coverage; expect longer timelines.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Nunavut?
$50, filed with the Rental Office (Dept. of Justice). Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Nunavut?
Evictions in Nunavut are handled by the Rental Office (Dept. of Justice).
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Rental Office (Dept. of Justice)'s published fee; it has not yet been checked against the official fee schedule for this page, so confirm it with the court before you file. The timeline and typical rent are estimates. Property damage ($2,000), legal fees ($800) and turnover ($1,200) are round planning figures, the same for every province and territory, not costs measured in Nunavut. Real costs vary by county, whether the tenant contests, and the market.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.