Property Management
Canadian Property Management
Preparing for medical emergencies
Property managers should have thorough procedures in place in order to effectively deal with any medical emergencies that may happen on site.
Building Strategies & Sustainability
Road salt usage causing problems in Ontario
Property managers are using large amounts of road salt this winter. But overuse is taking its toll on their' pocketbooks and the environment.
CondoBusiness
Eliminating odour problems in condos
New strategies and innovative technologies have made eliminating odour problems in condos easier than ever.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
10 tips to prevent frozen and burst pipes
Frozen and burst pipes can cause major damage to residential buildings. But landlords can take simple yet effective steps to prevent damage from occurring.
Canadian Property Management
Toronto ice storm pelts residential managers
The Toronto ice storm this past December left many properties without power for days, leaving tenants and building systems vulnerable to the cold.
Building Strategies & Sustainability
How windows affect occupants’ well-being
Windows impact more than just building aesthetics. Rather, sunshine and views can have a substantial impact on occupants' well-being.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
The benefits of electronic payment processing
With more Canadians spending time online, it is surprising that more landlords are not ditching cheques for electronic payment processing.
Canadian Property Management
Dealing with indoor pests during the winter
While the winter weather may vary in different cities across Canada, indoor pests remain a problem from coast to coast.
Canadian Property Management
Smoke-free entrances becoming the norm
Toronto is looking at banning smoking from public building entrances. But it certainly isn't the first jurisdiction in the country to consider butting out.
CondoBusiness
Defusing condominium disputes
While conflicts between tenants is expected in multi-res buildings, property managers must deal with condominium disputes before they escalate.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Tips for retaining residents
Losing a tenant can cost an apartment big bucks. To retain residents, management should work to foster a great living environment.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Control office furniture keys to prevent costs
Lockable office furniture can quickly become an unexpected expense if keys are not properly controlled.
CondoBusiness
Five tips for struggling condo corporations
Five tips for newly-elected directors trying to put a struggling condominium back on track.
Canadian Property Management
Choosing the right thermal insulation
While R-value is often the main point of discussion when talking about insulation, it is only one aspect of a material's properties and performance.
Canadian Property Management
Residential unit inspection 101
Targeted in-suite inspections of residential units can support building safety and cost-effective operation.
Canadian Property Management
Fire safety planning
For building managers, a thorough and up-to-date fire safety plan is vital for both the safety of occupants and the preservation of the premises.
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.



