Complaint Letter (Canada) – Free Template
Use this complaint letter template to document your issue, request a resolution and set a deadline. Generate a professional Canadian-style letter in under 2 minutes.
Used by Canadians to draft clear, professional complaint letters for refunds, billing errors, telecom charges, and service issues—without legal jargon. Not legal advice.
Complaint Letter Template (Copy/Paste)
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, Province, Postal Code]
[Your Email]
[Date]
[Company Name]
[Company Address or Complaints Department]
Subject: Formal Complaint – [Account/Order Number]
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing to formally complain about [describe issue: poor service, billing error, undelivered product, etc.] related to my account/order [number] dated [date].
Summary of facts:
- On [date], I [purchased/subscribed to/received] [describe service or product]
- [Describe what went wrong and when]
- I contacted [company] on [date(s)] but the issue remains unresolved
Requested resolution:
I am requesting [refund of $X / credit to my account / service correction / other specific remedy].
Please respond in writing within 14 business days of this letter.
Attachments: [List any receipts, statements, photos, or correspondence enclosed]
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
What this tool does:
- Canada-style formal tone - Professional language for Canadian recipients
- Built for refunds, billing, landlord, telecom - Covers common dispute types
- Escalation-ready format - References relevant regulators (CCTS, OBSI, RTB)
- Editable before you send - Review and customize your letter
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Scope & Use
- Informational template generator
- Not legal advice
- Verify facts and deadlines for your situation
- Consider contacting a lawyer or legal clinic for complex cases
Common Uses
- Telecom billing disputes (Rogers, Bell, Telus)
- Bank and credit card issues
- Landlord and tenancy problems
- Retail refunds and product issues
- Insurance claim disputes
- Subscription cancellations
Frequently Asked Questions
No. This is an informational template generator. The letters produced are starting points for your own use. For legal advice specific to your situation, consult a lawyer or legal clinic in your province.
Yes. The generator produces letters in a formal Canadian tone, suitable for Canadian businesses, landlords, and regulators. You should verify specific deadlines and procedures for your province.
Send it to the company's complaints department, customer service manager, landlord, or service provider. Include their full address or email. For larger companies, check their website for a dedicated complaints contact.
Include: dates of the issue and previous contact, amounts in dispute, order or account numbers, what you want as a remedy (refund, correction, repair), and a deadline for response (typically 7-14 business days).
7 to 14 business days is standard for most consumer complaints in Canada. Some industries have specific timelines set by regulators.
Send a second notice referencing your first letter. If still ignored, escalate to the relevant regulator (CCTS for telecom, OBSI for banking), file a chargeback with your credit card, or consider small claims court.
Yes. Keep your letter factual, describe the repair issue and dates, and request a specific remedy and timeline. This creates a paper trail useful for tenancy boards if escalation is needed.
Attaching evidence often helps strengthen your case. Include copies of receipts, photos, statements, previous correspondence, or contracts. Keep originals for your records.
Yes, you can generate a free preview of your letter. If satisfied, you can purchase the full formatted PDF for a small one-time fee. No subscription required.
Telecom billing disputes, bank and credit card issues, landlord and tenancy problems, retail refunds, insurance claim disputes, subscription cancellations, and other Canadian consumer complaints.
If They Don't Respond
If your complaint letter is ignored, here are your next steps:
Send a Second Letter
Reference your first letter and set a shorter deadline.
Second Complaint Letter
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