The Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO) is launching a new condo director training program this November, based on feedback from the province’s condo sector.

The Director Training 2.0 program is described as “an enhanced consumer protection initiative that will continue to support condo communities, strengthen governance and better equip directors to be stewards of condo owners’ investments.”

The CAO’s director training was introduced seven years ago. This new mandatory training program will feature never-seen-before modules and more practical tips and tools. An updated knowledge assessment will also ensure learners gain relevant knowledge and directors are more prepared for their roles.

All active directors must complete the training within six months of being elected to their board and retake training every seven years. Learners who partially complete the current training before November will see their progress transferred to the new training program. They will credited for the work they’ve already completed.

“Anyone can continue to take the training for no cost at their own pace,” the CAO stated. More details will be announced in the coming months