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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.
iPro

Brokerage reform urged amidst iPro scandal

Although all attention is currently on iPro, its shutdown speaks to larger issues around buyer protection.
AI policies

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

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

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

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 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.
Condo

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?
recordings

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.
shared facilities

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.
the CAT

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.
condo boards

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.
aging

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?
employment

Five reasons to review employment contracts

Outdated employment contracts expose condo corporations to financial and legal risks they could otherwise avoid.
water leaks

Managing water leaks 101

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