Management
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.
Illegal drug activity could ensnare landlords
Proposed Ontario legislation targets landlords who knowingly permit or possess proceeds from the production or trafficking of controlled substances within premises they control.
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-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.
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?
Ottawa Mission launches maintenance training
The program equips individuals with the skills and certification necessary to secure stable employment as building superintendents in the residential sector or commercial building operators.
Leveraging Ontario’s renovation savings program
Beyond heating and cooling, the new program covers modern energy efficiency solutions, including solar panels and battery storage.
Elevating building care standards with WhiteRose Janitorial
In today’s evolving property management landscape, one constant remains: the need for consistent, high-quality cleaning and building support services. Whether overseeing a multi-residential community or
Loan conditions onerous for condo projects
Loan conditions are expected to be onerous for residential condominium developments again in 2025, following a year when many lenders pulled back on construction financing.
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.
Toronto offers heads-up on emission thresholds
Toronto could join the slate of North American jurisdictions that impose thresholds for allowable greenhouse gas emissions from buildings sometime later this year.
How to avoid ambushing owners with difficult news
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
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.


















