Condo boards face mounting pressure to manage reserve funds efficiently while protecting future owners from unnecessary financial strain.

Some members of British Columbia’s strata sector are raising the alarm about depleted reserve funds and looming special levies, while also calling on the provincial government to undertake a full review of the Strata Property Act.

Every improvement that touches the common elements brings legal and operational consequences. How bulk indemnity agreements can offer long-term protection and cost-efficiency, help resolve historical issues, and streamline future requests.

Aging condo balconies demand structural repair and upkeep to remain safe.

Condominiums are among the fastest-growing types of housing, a trend that is particularly significant in a country where the built environment accounts for roughly 18 per cent of all greenhouse gas emissions.

The sheer scale and complexity of condos demand a level of financial governance equivalent to any major business.

When condo owners join the board of a newly registered condominium project, they’ll often face a lot of new processes and terminology that they’re not familiar with. One of the most significant is a performance audit.

Many condo corporations have already seen much higher prices for capital projects. How will the trade war create further impacts?

Beyond heating and cooling, the new program covers modern energy efficiency solutions, including solar panels and battery storage.

An all-too-common occurrence at owners’ meetings is the surprise residents feel when financial shortfalls for major capital repair projects are up for discussion. Some would

Ontario’s energy efficiency budget has been recharged with a pledged 12-year, $10.9-billion spending strategy that significantly boosts funding for commercial, industrial, institutional and residential electricity customers.

A shared facility agreement is often a quagmire of legal mumbo jumbo that is next to impossible to interpret.

New updates to the OBC, which come into effect January 1, 2025, do little to address accessibility. How can existing condos prioritize inclusion when planning for renovations?

Reaching net zero by 2050 means sustainability targets for new and existing condo buildings will need to change quickly.

The Condominium Authority of Ontario has released preliminary findings on the state of reserve funds and owners’ awareness of their importance.

The causes of water leaks are often related to materials, installation, maintenance and operational issues.

With costs on the rise, many condominiums are choosing to retain independent contractors to provide superintendent and/or cleaning service.