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Is your rental portfolio audit-ready?
Strong financial processes can make audit reporting more efficient, reduce surprises, and give owners better visibility into the financial health of their properties.
Your fire safety plan is approved
A fire safety plan isn’t meant to be a binder that only comes out during inspections; it contains vital information the right team members should known.
Summer yard work starts with safety
With summer in full swing, OPEI is reminding property owners to put safety first when using mowers, trimmers, and other outdoor power equipment.
Intelligent video’s evolving role in rental housing
Modern camera systems with intelligent video are becoming active contributors to decision‑making in high‑impact environments.
Best practices to lower your insurance risk
Competition for favourable policies will remain intense in 2026, but well‑maintained buildings and carefully managed risk exposures will give owners a clear edge.
Thoughtful solutions to seasonal stressors
For multi-residential apartment owners, the holidays present unique challenges that require thoughtful solutions to maintain safety, courtesy, and seamless operations.
Protecting against defaults and damages
For landlords in Canada, effective risk management strategies to protect against defaults and property damage are critical.
Preparing your property for hurricane season
As hurricane season reaches its peak in September, landlords are advised to take proactive steps to protect their properties and tenants.
Smart solutions for sound problems
Noise complaints are a common issue in apartment buildings, requiring landlords and property managers to allocate time and resources to address them.
Navigating Bill 10
Robins Appleby LLP shares legal insights to help landlords navigate Bill 10, the Measures Respecting Premises with Illegal Drug Activity Act, 2025,
Top 5 coverage gaps and how to solve them
Drew Fenton of Hub International shares the five most common gaps in insurance coverage property owners should be aware of.
Cybersecurity in property management
As malware and phishing scams become more sophisticated, being prepared for a data breach is in every organization's best interest.
Reputation management tips for PMs
Nicole Harris of Solv Communications shares tips and strategies to help property managers elevate or maintain their brand’s reputation.
Maintaining a healthy lawn through fall
Wanda Wolf of Landcare shares some healthy strategies for maintaining a beautifully landscaped lawn without the overuse of water and chemicals.
Stop leaks and over-consumption
Errol Small and Trisha Glazer from WatrTekPro Inc. share expert tips and insights to help property managers improve water efficiencies.
COVID-19’s impact on housing affordability
CMHC's Mathieu Laberge shares his perspective on housing affordability in Canada since COVID and what can be done to weather these challenging times.
How to secure the best insurance rates
Property insurance costs are steeper than ever, driven by significant losses for water damage, fire, and natural disasters, combined with inflationary pressure increasing the costs of claims.



















