Properties
Canadian Property Management
Using mobile technology as a marketing tool
Providing tenants with instant information on their smartphones can give a property a competitive advantage in the marketplace, and enable savvy property managers to maximize their time and measure their results.
CondoBusiness
Mod design meets natural beauty in Burlington
Adi Development Group is trying to shake off Burlington’s image as a sleepy bedroom community with its latest ...
CondoBusiness
More than 200 changes proposed to Condo Act
The creation of an independent condo office to oversee the industry is one of more than 200 recommendations ...
Canadian Property Management
Hamilton’s rental licensing proposal shelved
Hamilton’s controversial plan to license rental housing will not be moving forward, much to the relief of many in the ...
Canadian Property Management
Preparing an emergency response plan
Here are five steps to get started on a comprehensive emergency response plan.
Building Strategies & Sustainability
B.C. Hydro pulls back on conservation
B.C. Hydro has proposed significant cuts to its conservation and demand management incentives over the next ...
Canadian Property Management
Massive retail investment in Vancouver
New retail developments and U.S. retailer interest in the Metro Vancouver market have been significant enough to stir ...
Design Quarterly
The designer’s role in green leases
Designers have a significant role in providing design solutions that address terms and conditions of green leases.
Canadian Property Management
Landlords beware of rental property risks
Alberta's Condominium Property Act has some provisions that address tenancies in condominium units, which will prevail in ...
Design Quarterly
Selecting the right hospitality furniture
There are three main criteria for selecting the correct hospitality furniture: placement, style and durability.
Building Strategies & Sustainability
Grey water technology flush with savings
Grey water recovery systems are starting to gain traction in commercial and multi-residential buildings because of their ...
Canadian Facility Management & Design
From outdated building to LEED gold labs
UBC's Biological Sciences complex recently received LEED gold, which was very challenging to achieve due to the ...
CondoBusiness
U.S. flag flap raises important question
A recent U.S. case has raised the issue of whether a condo owner has the right to display a flag in their unit window.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
No parking? No problem
There are many attractive features that make up a great neighbourhood but the one thing young urban renters covet above all else is the freedom to live a car-less existence.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Repairing carpet damage left by office furniture
When office carpet becomes damaged it's time to repair or replace. If the appearance is still fair to good, and the ...
CondoBusiness
Responding to enforcement letters
Many condominium disputes can be resolved a lot sooner and for much less money if unit owners simply respond to ...
Canadian Property Management
Tips to prevent mould growth
Building management needs to understand what conditions are necessary for mould growth, so it can ultimately prevent it.



