Condominium directors hold important positions with many responsibilities, and so it is crucial that they receive training to assist them in governing the condominium and carrying out their responsibilities. The Condominium Authority of Ontario provides compulsory training to all condo…
CAT Awards Cost for Non-Participation
In the recent CAT decision, Mermut v. York Region Standard Condominium Corporation No. 1381 et al. (“Mermut”), CAT highlights the importance of diligently participating in applications and abiding by the deadlines imposed by its members. It also serves as a…
October 1st Condominium Act changes- How to Prepare
We previously blogged about Bill 91 and its impact on condominium corporations as of October 1, 2023. We have been getting a lot of questions from condo directors seeking clarification as to what is required prior to October 1 to…
Does harassment fall within CAT’s Jurisdiction?
In the recent CAT decision, York Condominium Corporation No. 444 v. Ryan (“Ryan”), CAT found that in certain circumstances, “harassment” can include conduct that is a nuisance, annoyance or disruption, despite not being a prescribed or prohibited activity under subsection…
Bill 91 Royal Assent- October 1st changes to Condominium Act
Bill 91 received Royal Assent yesterday, it is now ‘law’ – though not in effect until 1 October for Schedule 7 (the Condo Act). https://www.ola.org/en/legislative-business/bills/parliament-43/session-1/bill-91 We expect to see regulation changes that will be needed to conform with the new…
Exploring the Limits of CAT in Noise Disputes
In Di Domenico v. Halton Condominium Corporation No. 118, the Applicant alleged hearing the sound of rushing water for intervals of approximately five minutes to an hour. The condo took steps to investigate and determine the source of the problem,…
Recent CAT Case – Not all Noise is a Nuisance
In Abrecht v Sheikh Al-Zoor, the Applicant brought an application before the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) with respect to an ongoing noise issue. The Applicant argued that she was facing unreasonable noise and nuisance from the unit above. The Respondent…
Recent CAT Cases: The Importance of Objective Evidence
Blaise Pascal once said, “People almost invariably arrive at their beliefs not on the basis of proof but on the basis of what they find attractive.” The Condominium Authority Tribunal seems to agree… sometimes. CAT has released several decisions recently…
Virtual Meetings, E-Voting and Email Notices- Condo Act Amendments
By now many of us have received notification about the proposed Bill 91 “Less Red Tape, Stronger Economy Act, 2023” which introduces 12 amendments to the Condominium Act (the “Act”) and 22 amendments to Regulation 48/01. The Ministry has asked…
Commercial Vehicle Rule- Unenforceable
In a recent Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) decision, Simcoe Condominium Corporation No. 104 v. Leary, a rule prohibiting the parking of a licensed commercial vehicle on the condominium property and which prohibited advertisements or signs affixed to a vehicle, were…
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