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Environmental Management

Health officials tap water management plans

Health officials tap water management programs

New guidance from Health Canada urges multifamily landlords and condo corporations to implement water management programs to guard against microbial growth and chemical contaminant leaching.
digital governance

Digital governance gap creates operational risks

Condo corporations are facing a widening digital governance gap and it’s becoming one of the biggest operational risks for communities in 2026.
lithium-ion batteries

Rechargeable products using lithium-ion batteries: safe selection and disposal

Fire risks related to lithium-ion batteries and their legal implications are discussed in a recent article by condominium lawyers Nancy Houle and James Davidson. They
aging in place

Evolving smart home tech redefines aging in place

Emerging technologies are powering homes into active support systems that can monitor, predict and respond to the changing needs of older adults and boost their
strata

B.C. strata sector overdue for reform

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.
pool safety

Emerging tech seeks to advance pool safety

Pool safety is under renewed scrutiny after two recent incidents occurred at condominiums in the Greater Toronto Area, one involving a chemical mishap and the other a fatal drowning.
fire code

Fire code violations threaten condo safety

Ontario condominium corporations are responsible for ensuring the safety of their buildings and the wellbeing of their residents. One of the most crucial aspects of
retrofits

Barriers stall deep energy retrofits in condo sector

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.
financial

Weak financial oversight puts condo owners at risk

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

Recent cases clarify reasonable conduct

Being reasonable is a fundamental aspect of condominium living, but it is not always easy to determine what it means to act reasonably within shared spaces.
sewer

Sewer back-ups cost condo corporation

A recent court decision provides a sobering illustration of the consequences facing condominium corporations that fail to respond adequately to serious concerns affecting unit owners.
status certificate

Status certificates 101

One of the most important documents in a condo transaction is the status certificate—and its price may be set for a sharp increase.
performance audit

Performance audits: what new condo board members need to know

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.
gardening

Risk management tips for gardening committees

Condo corporations are often seeking innovative ways to enhance the aesthetic appeal of their properties and foster community engagement.
solar

Solar-powered condo living at The Well

The 1,080-square-foot residence is said to be the developer’s most eco-friendly model yet—where health and wellbeing meets reduced energy use and carbon emissions through innovative technologies.
renovation

Leveraging Ontario’s renovation savings program

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

Tips for retaining condo staff and avoiding turnover

A high turnover rate disrupts the belonging that residents strive to foster, incurs unnecessary costs associated with recruitment and training, and may be an indication of a culture gone wrong.