Property Management
Accessibility tracks sustainability trajectory
Market pressure and industry competitiveness could propel accessible commercial real estate in the coming decade, much the way those complementary forces have already bolstered energy efficiency and low-carbon footprints.
Condos face crisis in property management
A looming crisis in property management is an urgent wake-up call to the condo industry.
Vancouver to rev up short-term rental reg goals
Vancouver plans to expand its partnership with strata corporations to crackdown on operators who don’t comply with short-term rental regulations.
Refreshing shared amenity spaces
In keeping with the idea of modernization roadblocks, renovations to amenity spaces can often require a permit depending on the type of work being done.
Condo pet bans: A legal perspective
Emotions are running high at two CityPlace buildings after the condominium corporation started enforcing a rule that prohibits any pets that were not registered with the corporation by a specified date.
Managing condo service requests
Managing condo service requests is an integral part of a property manager’s job. Ahead are five best practices to ensure owners and residents receive the best service possible.
How to handle an influx of packages
As the volume of online purchases grows, the need for an effective parcel delivery system is vital, especially for online shoppers living in condos.
Five tips for keeping pests off condo properties
Taking proactive steps can help keep unwanted pests out of condo buildings, saving the time and money involved in treating infestations.
Flood recovery in four steps
There are four basic steps that those responsible for a property need to take to help manage disasters such as floods.
What’s on the condo board meeting agenda?
A critical tool for keeping a condo board meeting productive and on track is the often-underestimated meeting agenda.
Confronting workplace harassment in condos
At least one industry executive thinks more needs to be done to address the harassment he says condo managers commonly confront while working in condo communities.
Higher winter maintenance costs anticipated
Private property owners in Ontario, including condo corporations, could find themselves paying a premium to keep their walkways safe this winter.
Cannabis legalization calls for drug policies
How can companies adapt to the monumental change of cannabis legalization? The short answer is to implement a drug policy.
Medical cannabis a prescription for uncertainty
Rental housing industry advocates have been urging the Canadian government to review and modify rules governing the cultivation of plants for personal medical use.
When board directors have ‘skin in the game’
What happens when a prospective director has not only professional experience to offer, but professional experience in the condo industry?
Cryptocurrency risks, blockchain potential
Could the recent sale of a Toronto condo for cryptocurrency be the first sign of a shift in the condo industry towards use of digital currencies?
Takeaways from #TorontoFlood
At least one condo corporation is facing what is likely to be a steep repair tab after Toronto was drenched with a month’s worth of rain on Aug. 7.




