New Owners’ Meeting Rules, Non-Leased Voting Units and Expanded Tribunal Jurisdiction

The government has set two dates for changes to the Condominium Act that affect how…

Fair Condo Elections Don’t Happen by Accident

AGM season brings out the best in engaged owners. It also brings out scenarios that…

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…

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…

Tips & Tricks for Successfully Passing By-laws

Most condo by-laws require a majority of units to vote in favour of the by-law…

Court Refuses to Order Removal of Longstanding Common Element Addition

A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court provides an important reminder for condominium corporations…

Status Certificates, Information Certificates and Annual Returns: Why So Complicated?

If you have ever tried to make sense of a condominium’s paperwork, you know it…

Director Elections: Something To Consider

Though Ontario’s first Condominium Act was adopted in 1970, owner elections were not mentioned until…

New Year Legal Check-In for Condominium Corporations

The start of a new year is an ideal time for condominium corporations to pause,…

Formatting Matters: CAT Decision Highlights Record-Keeping Standards

In Bernard v. Carleton Condominium Corporation No. 111, the unit owner, Elizabeth Bernard, requested a…