Thursday, October 3, 2024Alberta prepares to pester electricity consumers
Consumers enrolled for Alberta’s default electricity rate will be asked to reaffirm their purchasing decision at 90-day intervals beginning next year.
Wednesday, October 2, 2024Ontario requests feedback for changes to Condo Act
The changes propose strengthening protections for condo owners and purchasers by improving transparency and clarity.
Friday, September 27, 2024Committee of adjustment workload could shrink
Proposed new rules could sideline the committee of adjustment when Ontario property owners add one or two additional residential units on lots zoned for single-family homes in urban areas.
Monday, June 17, 2024Demystifying window lingo
Understanding a glossary of terms for informed decision-making.
Monday, December 11, 2023How to reduce window condensation
With modern low-e glass, more heat is kept inside, resulting in a lower outer pane temperature and greater risk of condensation on the external surface.
Thursday, September 7, 2023Navigating Canada’s online mortgage maze
Canada's online mortgage landscape can be rife with deceptive tactics and misleading promises.
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Tuesday, July 9, 2024Canada bolsters guard against money laundering
Title insurers, real estate brokers and sales representatives will have new obligations to guard against money laundering and terrorist financing under proposed federal regulations.
Tuesday, July 2, 2024Residents figure into fire safety knowledge gap
The province also saw the total number of fatal fires rise to 109. Within many condos, there is a critical gap between fire safety and resident knowledge.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024Tips for hiring independent contractors
With costs on the rise, many condominiums are choosing to retain independent contractors to provide superintendent and/or cleaning service.
Future Cities Institute aspires for breakthroughs
How can developers protect against defaulting buyers? Mitigation strategies in today’s market
Spring maintenance for newly built homes
Keeping plumbing maintenance from plummeting
Promoting waste-conscious condos
Condos viewed as viable long-term housing option
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Thursday, September 12, 2024CAO releases report on state of reserve funds
The Condominium Authority of Ontario has released preliminary findings on the state of reserve funds and owners’ awareness of their importance.
Thursday, August 29, 2024Q&A: Security cameras and condos
An increasing use of security cameras in and around condo communities has come with more questions and issues condo boards, property managers and condo lawyers are forced to deal with.
Wednesday, August 14, 2024Managing water leaks 101
The causes of water leaks are often related to materials, installation, maintenance and operational issues.
Legal case puts spotlight on condo security
Initiative seeks to close emergency response gaps
Toronto considers office replacement pullback
Canada bolsters guard against money laundering
Condo associations seek changes to criminal code
The intricacies of EV infrastructure remain at odds with condo legislation
