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design trends

CondoBusiness

Five interior design trends for winter

This year, we’re seeing bolder tones and natural materials to craft environments that feel both inviting and personal.
shared facilities

CondoBusiness

The pitfalls of shared facilities agreements

A shared facility agreement is often a quagmire of legal mumbo jumbo that is next to impossible to interpret.
property insurance

REMI Network

Is your property insurance proper?

Contending with property damage is an undesirable – yet unavoidable – reality of condominium management.
aging

CondoBusiness

Anticipating the needs of aging condo communities

New updates to the OBC, which come into effect January 1, 2025, do little to address accessibility. How can existing condos prioritize inclusion when planning for renovations?
employment

CondoBusiness

Five reasons to review employment contracts

Outdated employment contracts expose condo corporations to financial and legal risks they could otherwise avoid.
alberta

REMI Network

Alberta unveils bill for condo dispute tribunal

The province of Alberta tabled legislation that would establish a dispute resolution tribunal for condominiums.
Canoë

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Inclusive Canoë project begins launch in Montreal

Property developer Rachel Julien launched the first two phases of Canoë, a mixed-use residential development in the Mercier—Hochelaga-Maisonneuve district.
The Laurels

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First phase of The Laurels launches in Milton

The first phase of The Laurels, a seven-building multi-residential project in Milton, Ontario, is underway.
vacant home tax

REMI Network

Toronto updates vacant home tax program

Property owners will have a longer time to declare occupancy and be able to do so through a more user-friendly portal. 
Inlet District

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Inlet District gets final rezoning enactment

WesGroup Properties received final rezoning enactment for the 14-acre Inlet District in the area formerly known as Coronation Park.
emergency

CondoBusiness

Initiative seeks to close emergency response gaps

The Peel Regional Police Service is one jurisdiction that is leading a program that focuses on high-rise safety and resident well-being.
condo prices

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New book educates owners about condo living

Sally Thompson's new book is called Condo Questions and Answers.
independent contractors

CondoBusiness

Tips for hiring independent contractors

With costs on the rise, many condominiums are choosing to retain independent contractors to provide superintendent and/or cleaning service.
director training

REMI Network

CAO to launch Director Training 2.0

The Condominium Authority of Ontario is introducing a new condo director training program this November, based on feedback from the condo sector.
M City

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M City towers win CTBUH award

Two flagship towers at the M City community in Mississauga were recently lauded with awards from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
developers

CondoBusiness

How can developers protect against defaulting buyers? Mitigation strategies in today’s market

Developers of residential homes have faced significantly increased numbers of purchasers not closing their deals due to the inability to obtain financing.
spring maintenance

CondoBusiness

Spring maintenance for newly built homes

A deep clean and thorough inspection are extra important for newly built homes during the spring season to help identify and address any damage or defects.