📍 Toronto, Ontario
Tenant caused damage by negligence involving an unattended candle.
Tenant failed to appear at the hearing.
Landlord awarded costs for damages and application.
Tenant's negligence confirmed by evidence and testimonies.
Direct causation of damage by Tenant's actions established.
Tenant to pay for damages and additional costs.
Total liability set at $6,496.77.
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