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Your condo board’s guide to the term “reasonable” in Condo Act
The term “reasonable” is used in the Condo Act and a condo corporation’s governing documents. The term applies to both the condo board’s actions and responsibilities and the owners and residents of the condo community. This guide helps condo boards understand the term “reasonable,” its applications, and how it impacts a director’s responsibilities to the…
Read MoreHow To Create An Effective Cleaning Plan For Your Condo Corporation
An effective cleaning plan is a critical element of your preventative maintenance strategy. Here we explain how to create an effective cleaning plan for your condo corporation. Include Cleaning in Your Maintenance Strategy Proper cleaning processes help prolong the life of common area elements such as flooring, walls, furnishing, etc. As a result, your cleaning…
Read MoreHow to up resident satisfaction with better spring amenity maintenance
Condo boards can increase resident satisfaction with improved spring amenity maintenance. In this blog we explain how a proactive strategy improves operational excellence and increases community happiness. Use data to predict spring schedules Tracking seasonal shifts can help trigger exterior maintenance calendars. Anticipating the best time to conduct spring exterior work based on new benchmarks…
Read MoreHow to avoid the hidden dangers of poor condo playground maintenance
Poor maintenance poses risks across all common areas of your condo community. However, playgrounds frequented by small children are of particular concern when it comes to liability management. Use our playground maintenance guide to avoid common oversights that increase hidden dangers. Review CSA playground regulations The Canadian Standards Association considers playground safety standards “voluntary.”…
Read MoreWhy condo boards need property management input for major projects
Property managers offer expertise in maintenance and cost efficiency. When condo boards include management at the onset of project planning, they avoid omissions that have long-term impact on maintenance, budgets, and operational performance. Let’s look at why condo boards need property management input prior to starting major projects. Major project omissions Property managers provide valuable…
Read MorePest Control in the winter: How to reduce pest risk for your condo board
Condo boards and residents share responsibility for preventing pest infestations. However, condo boards must implement effective pest control measures to create healthier communities. You can help reduce winter pest risks using these strategies. Know the regulations Section 119(1) of the Condo Act addresses the responsibilities of both the condo corporation and unit owner regarding infestation.…
Read MoreThe most troublesome U.S. tariffs Toronto condo boards face in 2026
U.S. tariff uncertainty continues to threaten condo board budgets. Here we look at the most troublesome tariff challenges condo boards will likely face in 2026 with procurement strategies to help overcome them. Retaliatory tariffs Canada’s retaliatory tariffs increase import costs on American goods required for condo renovations. The importers who bring goods and materials north…
Read MoreHealth and wellness for condos: your board’s competitive edge
The Global Wellness Institute believes built environments are essential to health and wellness within your condo, driving a growing need for more wellness-centric spaces. As the Toronto real estate market faces value challenges, condo boards can use health and wellness as a competitive edge. Fitwel Certification for your condo board Fitwel Certification targets health and…
Read MoreAI for condo boards: Are condo boards and AI a good mix?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a time-saving tool with exceptional analytic abilities. Here we discuss whether emerging AI and condo boards are a good mix. What is AI? AI uses technology to mimic human thought. Programs can carry out a growing number of tasks thanks to instant access to information and advanced data processing capabilities. AI…
Read MoreHow to make sure your board aces your condo performance audit
Performance audits identify common element deficiencies under warranty by the Ontario New Warranties Plan Act. Use our quick performance audit overview to help your condo board ace the process. Performance audit 101 Tarion administers the warranty protection required for new homes and condos. A condo corporation’s common element warranties last up to seven years following…
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