Noise complaints are a prevalent and challenging problem for facility managers. While the most common are related to a loud residential or commercial neighbour, the

A panel of speakers explored the significant steps businesses, governments and learning institutions are actively taking towards resilient design

As Canada’s federal election inches closer, and hopeful candidates criss-cross the nation making bold declarations about future reform, affordable housing remains a hot-button issue for all.

Insights from the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) on the new Ontario Electrical Safety Code and how it affects residential property owners.

For condo managers, a false fire alarm results in new issues. What happens when a fire alarm goes off at a condominium when no smoke or fire is present?

Toronto’s crumbling community housing stock is receiving some much-needed financial support to the tune of 1.3 billion, making it the largest federal housing investment in the city's history.

It’s important to ensure users who rely on elevators to get around have access to this vertical transportation when needed.

When it comes to condominium amenities, one of the first things residents expect is a well-equipped, spacious, well-maintained gym.

School plumbing systems require regular pipe flushing to keep kids safe. How sensors can help fulfill this duty amid failing grades at some facilities.

Today’s interiors are even more dependent on sound masking for speech privacy and noise control.

FMs overseeing compact portfolios may consider outsourcing. However, there are several factors to weigh in choosing an approach.

Private property owners in Ontario, including condo corporations, could find themselves paying a premium to keep their walkways safe this winter.

Business, professional and public interest groups are devising and deploying strategies to promote common sense and minimize risk, discord and environmental fallout.

LEED v4.1 O+M’s updates focus on performance outcomes, and not on prescriptive measures to improve performance.

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.

Energy conservation initiatives are cutting costs and supporting skills development that make health care operations more self-reliant in five James Bay communities.

What is being left behind as technology becomes more a part of day-to-day living in a community? Should some things be done the “old-fashioned” way?