Requests from the police – Video surveillance and privacy
A condominium resident (the “Appellant”) was recently charged and convicted of various drugs and firearms offences in the case of R. v. Salmon. He subsequently appealed his conviction and brought an application to exclude evidence. The basis of the application […]
Top 5 Condominium Authority Tribunal Decisions of 2023
As we head into 2024, it is a fitting time to look back. In our first post of 2024, we provided case summaries of the top five condominium cases from the Small Claims Court and Superior Court of Justice. We […]
New requirements for property managers starting THIS July
The Condominium Management Services Act (“CMSA”) was enacted in 2015. The Condo Management Regulatory Authority of Ontario (“CMRAO”), which derives its authority from the CMSA, is the regulatory body that enforces the mandatory licensing of property managers. The CMRAO sets […]
Condo living: Single-family restrictions, occupancy standards and human rights
Ontario is a hot-spot for immigration. The Greater Toronto Area (“GTA”) has experienced substantial population growth, but the pandemic and other factors have slowed construction. There are more and more people moving to the GTA, but new housing is struggling […]
Tips for a happy condo holiday season
The holiday season provides a unique opportunity for condo corporations to foster a sense of community. From recognizing hard working staff to throwing mixers for residents, there is ample opportunity to build morale and celebrate each other’s differences. Boards seize […]
Top 8 deadlines for condominium corporations: Part 2
In Part 1 of our series, we highlighted four important deadlines for condominium corporations to be mindful of, whether in its early days or thereafter. The remainder of our top 8 list is set out below: 5. Amending or terminating […]
Top 8 deadlines for condominium corporations: Part 1
Whether it’s early days of a new condominium or thereafter, condominium corporations should be mindful of a number of important deadlines. We’ve listed our top eight deadlines for condominium corporations below: 1. First-year budget deficit Section 75 of the Condominium […]
Top 5 tips to install electric vehicle charging stations on the common elements
The Government of Canada has set targets for cars and passenger trucks to be zero-emissions by 2035. As the days and years pass, the number of electric vehicles on the road and in condominiums substantially increase. In the event a […]
Part 1: Top 6 considerations for new condominiums
With the loosening of COVID-19 restrictions and immigration doors re-opening, there should be no shortage of cranes in the ground over the next few years. New condominiums have a host of issues to address within the first couple years of […]
Looking forward: 5 emerging condo trends for 2022
While the pandemic will undoubtedly continue to play a large part of the year ahead, there are some other emerging trends that will alter the way the condominium industry does business in Ontario in the coming year. Keeping with our […]
