Condos
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?
CondoBusiness
Five reasons to review employment contracts
Outdated employment contracts expose condo corporations to financial and legal risks they could otherwise avoid.
REMI Network
Alberta unveils bill for condo dispute tribunal
The province of Alberta tabled legislation that would establish a dispute resolution tribunal for condominiums.
REMI Network
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.
REMI Network
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.
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.
REMI Network
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.
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.
REMI Network
New book educates owners about condo living
Sally Thompson's new book is called Condo Questions and Answers.
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.
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.
REMI Network
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.
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.
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.
CondoBusiness
Promoting waste-conscious condos
Electronic waste is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing waste streams in the world.
CondoBusiness
Condos viewed as viable long-term housing option
A recent survey, commissioned by Toronto developer Devron, shows that 47% of Torontonians believe condos are viable long-term housing option.
CondoBusiness
Responding to elevator entrapments
Elevator entrapments are one of the many risks facing high-rise buildings in Ontario. Occupants need to be educated on best practices and what to do during an emergency.
