Management
Apply root cause analysis to building operations
At one time or another, facility managers have all sought to find efficiencies, or to improve tenant experience or to correct a recurring problem in
Mandatory energy audit for large U.K. firms
Large U.K. companies must comply with energy benchmarking and audit requirements by early December.
Canadian security strategy enlists landlords
Bill C-51, the proposed Anti-Terrorism Act, would give CSIS a broader mandate, including entry, search and installing equipment in buildings.
Office market ups and downs for 2015
With more than 22 million square feet of new office space currently under construction across Canada, specifically Calgary and Toronto, developers are responding to some
Effective disaster management for condos
The massive floods that occurred in southern Alberta and the Greater Toronto Area in 2013 are just a few examples of the rising prevalence of natural
SaskPower inspires recall of smart meters
SaskPower's experience sparks recall of smart meters in Ontario.
Time management tips for busy professionals
Nine years ago, Susan Richardson was working as an executive with a heavy travel schedule and on the verge of burnout. Richardson decided something had
Vacancies pending as Target departs Canada
Target will vacate 133 retail stores, plus industrial and office space after announcing the termination of its Canadian operations.
Repairs and maintenance vs. substantial change
Directors have a statutory duty under Ontario’s current Condominium Act to repair and maintain the common elements of a condominium. In complying with this duty, directors
Workloading to lower cleaning costs
Most school administrators must grapple with the question of whether they’re paying too much for cleaning — usually when budget time comes around. And since
The mechanics of meeting tenant expectations
Ryan McAskile, senior vice-president and manager at DTZ in Mississauga, spent years in the brokerage business, advising clients on rental rates and where to lease.
Tree management tips for extreme weather
The past year has seen several storm events that have resulted in significant damage to trees in southern Ontario. The ice storm that hit the
Industrial sector a ‘recognized stable investment’
Construction and investment in industrial buildings, along with their ongoing operations, contribute $21.7 billion to Canada’s economy, according to the Real Property Association of Canada’s
Returns on repositioning aging buildings
Whatever the strategy, value enhancement is the rationale for repositioning aging buildings.
Resilient buildings function through crises
Resilient buildings respond to the growing likelihood of extreme weather events.
Tips for accessible, AODA-friendly buildings
Legislation regarding the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) can be an advantage for property managers and building owners, says Colin McCarthy, founder of
Proactive property maintenance for winter
Before rough winter weather hurls snowstorms and freezing rain onto properties across the country, Scott Bryk, president of Grounds Guys Canada, a national grounds care




