Who is responsible for a tree that falls on my property from my neighbour's yard?
In Canada, if a tree falls due to the neighbour's negligence (e.g., they knew the tree was diseased and failed to act), they may be liable. If it fell due to a storm with no prior warning, it is typically the property owner's responsibility under their own home insurance.
Can I trim my neighbour's tree branches that overhang my property?
Yes, in most Canadian provinces you can trim branches to your property line. However, you cannot enter the neighbour's property to do so. Any trimming must be done carefully to avoid harming the tree — if you damage the tree negligently, you could be liable.
Who pays for a shared fence in Canada?
Under provincial line fence acts (Ontario Line Fences Act, etc.), costs for a fence on the boundary line are generally shared equally. However, if one party damages or removes the fence unilaterally, they may be liable for the full repair cost.