Property Management
CondoBusiness
Rental demand spotlights tenant relationships
As condos supply the surging demand for rental housing many corporations may be experiencing a rise in tenant-occupied units.
CondoBusiness
Legislation escalating condo manager workloads
There are many problems with having property managers act as a condo’s legal representative in a CAT application.
Canadian Property Management
Cost-sharing builds scale to reclaim edible food
Calgary pilot program will invite businesses and organizations to cooperatively share the costs of food recovery and organics recycling in commercial and institutional properties.
CondoBusiness
When owners open a home-based business
From ensuite take-out resto to teaching downward facing dog in the common areas, here’s the lowdown on this trendier work-from-home shift, with some legal and insurance tips.
Canadian Property Management
Ottawa commercial landlords bid welcome
Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, confirms that public service employees will be expected to spend 40 to 60 per cent of their working hours in a formal office setting.
CondoBusiness
Have you implemented your harassment rules and policies?
Unfortunately, over the last couple of years, we have seen an increasing trend of unacceptable behaviour within condo communities, directed at property managers, directors, other owners/residents and even contractors.
REMI Network
Modernizing building security
Modern building management technology offers end-to-end solutions which make security simple and centralized.
Canadian Property Management
Portaramp: Innovation in building accessibility
The ability to safely enter and exit a building is something many of us may take for granted. And yet, for a significant portion of the population, accessibility is a daily challenge.
CondoBusiness
Creating a career path for condo managers
Rallying future condo managers to join the industry, including young professionals, requires a great deal of awareness, which is currently lacking.
Canadian Property Management
Numbers don’t lie: Industry predictions for 2022
In 2016, I predicted what the future held for the building restoration industry and its clients. Now, after the last six years, my concerns have only multiplied.
Canadian Property Management
Winterizing your commercial property
Even the toughest commercial buildings can fall prey to Canadian winters. Still, commercial property managers and owners can take preventative measures to protect their assets and keep tenants safe and comfortable.
CondoBusiness
Winter ready, resident safe
Canadian winters can be harsh on condo buildings, but by managers and owners can take preventative measures to protect their assets and keep tenants safe and comfortable.
CondoBusiness
Ontario condo managers grapple with price hikes
As multi-residential buildings grapple with rising construction costs, condo managers in Ontario are experiencing the impacts up close.
Facility Cleaning & Maintenance
Save money with better energy efficiency in your building
As a facility manager, energy efficiency is an important tool to save money and get your building running at its best. Even though Canada is
REMI Network
Power failure tips for high-rise condo owners
A crane hit a high-voltage transmission line in Toronto in August and caused thousands of condo owners to lose power for a prolonged period of time. Here are some tips to ensure high-rises are ready for the next power failure.
REMI Network
Upgrade your facility with 2022’s biggest technology trends
Facility managers across all sectors are using industry innovation to improve productivity, streamline processes, and boost profits.
CondoBusiness
Freehold and lot line condos: Which insurance do you need?
Freehold or lot line condos carry unique maintenance obligations, and this is where confusion over insurance can set in.
