It was recently reported in the media that a Vancouver woman is fighting her strata association to keep her dog, Ember, which she claims is an emotional support animal. The owner, who has suffered from mental health afflictions since childhood…
Kitec in Condos
Mention the word “Kitec” to condo managers and unit owners and you will likely be greeted with a look of panic. The various concerns regarding Kitec have been well covered in the condominium industry. Kitec plumbing consists of flexible aluminum pipe between…
The Lahrkamp Saga Continues Before the Condominium Authority Tribunal
In a prior blog post we reported about a decision from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice where a condominium owner, Mr. Lahrkamp, was prohibited from commencing any legal proceedings against his condominium corporation, except with leave of a judge…
Why the Ministry Introduced Electronic Voting for Condos
Much has been written about the newly enacted electronic voting in condos. While it is received by many as a long-overdue solution to the proxy and quorum challenges faced by many corporations, some commentators have hesitated to adopt it, preferring…
Information Meetings and Condominium Records
Often times condo corporations will hold information/town hall meetings to update owners on current issues and also to get feedback from owners on various matters. Since these meetings are not considered owners meetings under the Condominium Act, the notice requirements…
Condo Managers and Director- Hottest Condo Topics of 2019
CAI Canada is holding its first annual condo conference on February 7th 2019 in Toronto at 55 Barber Greene Road starting at 8:00 am. This conference will feature a full day of seminars on topics relevant to our changing and…
Electronic Voting for Turnover Meetings
Over the past few months many condo development lawyers have incorporated electronic voting wording into the General Operating By-law for newly registered condominium corporations in order for electronic voting to be used for the first owners meeting- the Turnover meeting.…
Hoarding in Condos
Many corporations have experienced their fair share of “messy” residents whose units look similar to their teenage daughter’s bedroom. That said, there is a difference between the casual “clutterer” and an individual who suffers from hoarding disorder. What is hoarding…
Looking Back at Condominium Law in 2018 – The Highlights
As we are quickly approaching a new year, we’ve taken a look back at the condominium legal landscape over the past year. This has been quite the year! Here are some of the highlights. Legalization of Marijuana – Prior to…
Condo Board Minutes
Many newly elected board members know that minutes of the board meetings must be kept, but they do not fully understand what is to be recorded in the board minutes. First of all, the board minutes ARE NOT A TRANSCRIPT…
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