Legal
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.
Brokerage reform urged amidst iPro scandal
Although all attention is currently on iPro, its shutdown speaks to larger issues around buyer protection.
AI policies guide appropriate use
Without guidelines, AI can expose confidential data, weaken a brand, or produce results that mislead owners, residents, clients, or partners.
AI and condo governance: hype or help?
AI isn’t a silver bullet, but when used responsibly, it can help teams reduce administrative workload, improve turnaround time, and create space for more strategic work.
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.
Short-term rentals: what to know in 2025
Failing to regulate short-term rentals within the building may lead to increased conflict with local bylaws, heightened insurance risk, and strain on community resources.
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 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.
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.
Condo corporations brace for increased costs
Many condo corporations have already seen much higher prices for capital projects. How will the trade war create further impacts?
Are AGM recordings records of the corporation?
If video recordings for virtual and hybrid meetings are considered to be records of the corporation, many negative and serious consequences can result.
The pitfalls of shared facilities agreements
A shared facility agreement is often a quagmire of legal mumbo jumbo that is next to impossible to interpret.
Enforcing CAT orders through Ontario’s Small Claims Court
The Condominium Authority Tribunal handles disputes related to condo governance, but once a decision is made, enforcement can be challenging.
Expanding condo board oversight
Bringing the condo governance disputes into the CAT’s jurisdiction as per the standing committee’s recommendations would be an altering change of the Act’s
self-governance model.
Anticipating the needs of aging condo communities
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?
Five reasons to review employment contracts
Outdated employment contracts expose condo corporations to financial and legal risks they could otherwise avoid.
Managing water leaks 101
The causes of water leaks are often related to materials, installation, maintenance and operational issues.


















