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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.
digital

Connecting condo residents in the digital age

Engaging with condo residents through modern digital platforms.
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.
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.
Illegal drug activity could ensnare landlords

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.
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.
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?
Ottawa Mission

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.
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.
owners

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