As condominium managers, we have all been there – your relationship with a condominium community comes to an end. This can happen for any number of reasons – financial difficulties, personality conflicts, board unrest or lack of trust, to name a few – but no matter the reason, you will find yourself in the position […]
Since 1993 they have been creating and maintaining exceptional landscapes through the Spring and Summer months AND ensuring safe properties through the snowy Winter seasons. Read-on for some tips from Whispering Pines Landscaping. The lawn furniture is tucked away and the snow contractors are doing their best to meet winter’s rigorous demands; now is the […]
“Water, water everywhere,” is not what you want to be thinking as you’re standing in the living room of a townhouse condominium unit or peering into the lobby of a high-rise. Water inside any attached housing structure means likely damage – furnishings and fixtures, floors and walls; it also means the possibility of rotting wood […]
December 2021, York C.C. No 188 v. Caudhry, et al, 2021 ONSC 7027; & York Region C.C. No. 794 v. Watson, et al, 2021 ONSC 6574 Incessant and harassing emails, phone calls, and intimidating and threatening behaviour are all too common for condominium boards and property managers. In York C.C. No. 188 v. Chaudhry, et […]
Around this time of year, many condominium owners, directors, and managers ask us: why are my windows dripping with water? Condensation is a common issue for older condominium windows and even some new windows. Here are some tips to better deal with condensation: Open your blinds or curtains. Having them closed can reduce the temperature […]
On September 23, 2021, the Ontario Government announced that the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) would have its jurisdiction expanded again in 2022. As a recap, its jurisdiction was originally limited to disputes related to record requests when it first opened its doors on November 1, 2017. On October 1, 2020, its jurisdiction was expanded to […]
Since 1993 they have been creating and maintaining exceptional landscapes through the Spring and Summer months AND ensuring safe properties through the snowy Winter seasons. Read-on for some tips from Whispering Pines Landscaping. The lawn furniture is tucked away and the snow contractors are doing their best to meet winter’s rigorous demands; now is the […]
It’s that time of year again for the Annual General Meeting and the process of forming next year’s budget. The auditor happily noted that the condominium had a growing surplus in both accounts. A golden retriever with a goofy grin ran onto the stage. His owner read a flyer that showed the benefits of having […]
It’s March! With the first real warm rays of spring about to caress our faces, our thoughts turn to the warm days of summer and once again enjoying the outdoors! Now is the time to get things approved to ensure your condo community can benefit THIS YEAR from the investments you make! At your upcoming […]
Do you have an electric vehicle, or would you like to get an electric vehicle, and are wondering how to charge that electric vehicle at your condominium? Electric vehicles are becoming more and more common, and that is fantastic news for the environment. But is your condominium equipped to deal with this change? If you […]