The government has set two dates for changes to the Condominium Act that affect how owners’ meetings are called. On December 31, 2026, a new set of rules for owners’ meetings comes into force. On July 1, 2027, the Condominium…
Fair Condo Elections Don’t Happen by Accident
AGM season brings out the best in engaged owners. It also brings out scenarios that no one planned for. A situation we see regularly: an owner who missed the nomination deadline decides to campaign anyway. They mail election packages to…
Bulk EVCS Agreements: How Managers and Directors Can Avoid Delays in the Registration Process
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (“EVCS”) are becoming increasingly common in condominium communities as more owners transition to electric vehicles. Where multiple owners wish to install charging stations, a Bulk Electric Vehicle Charging Station Agreement can offer a more efficient and…
Occupancy Restrictions in Condos: Rules, By‑laws, and Common Pitfalls
Occupancy issues are coming up more often in condominiums. Boards are dealing with concerns around overcrowding, short‑term rentals, rooming‑house style arrangements, and the resulting impact on noise, security, garbage, and general wear and tear on the building. One issue we…
Tips & Tricks for Successfully Passing By-laws
Most condo by-laws require a majority of units to vote in favour of the by-law for it to pass. Even in small condo corps, this can be a challenging task with off-site absentee owners, owners not understanding by-laws, and owners…
A Cautionary Tale for Owners
In Peel Standard Condominium Corporation No. 745 v. Voitenko, the Superior Court addressed a dispute arising from a condo corporation’s statutory obligation to maintain common elements specifically, completing a reserve fund study waterproofing project and an owners’ refusal to permit…
Parcel and Food Delivery in Condominiums: Convenience Meets Reality
If you live in a condominium, chances are something is being delivered to your building almost every day. Packages from online retailers, groceries, meal kits, and restaurant orders have become part of everyday condo life. What used to be an…
How Bill 60 Impacts Condominiums in Ontario:
Ontario’s condo communities operate under a careful balance of shared living, condominium rules, and legal accountability. The introduction of Bill 60 is set to change the landscape—especially for condo owners who rent out their units. Here’s what you need to…
A Textbook Example of Reasonable Enforcement
Condominium enforcement disputes often turn on a simple but critical question: did the corporation take reasonable steps before escalating enforcement and charging costs back to a unit owner? In Qin v. Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 2885, the Condominium Authority…
Fire Code Violations – They’re No April Fool’s Joke
I recently had the pleasure of writing an article for the Remi Network regarding Fire Code violations: common violations, how to prevent them, and how to address them. Check out this must read article here: Fire code violations threaten condo…
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