Summer has a way of getting busy – board meetings, AGMs, vacations, and the day-to-day of running a condominium community can push blog reading down the priority list. If you missed any of our posts since June, here’s a quick
A recent Superior Court decision, Chiarelli v. Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 2339, confirms that the principle in Amlani v. York Condominium Corporation No. 473 continues to apply, even where a declaration’s indemnification provision is broader than the one considered
The government has set two dates for changes to the Condominium Act that affect how owners’ meetings are called.
On December 31, 2026, a new set of rules for owners’ meetings comes into force. On July 1, 2027, the Condominium
AGM season brings out the best in engaged owners. It also brings out scenarios that no one planned for.
A situation we see regularly: an owner who missed the nomination deadline decides to campaign anyway. They mail election packages to
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (“EVCS”) are becoming increasingly common in condominium communities as more owners transition to electric vehicles. Where multiple owners wish to install charging stations, a Bulk Electric Vehicle Charging Station Agreement can offer a more efficient and
Occupancy issues are coming up more often in condominiums. Boards are dealing with concerns around overcrowding, short‑term rentals, rooming‑house style arrangements, and the resulting impact on noise, security, garbage, and general wear and tear on the building.
One issue we
Most condo by-laws require a majority of units to vote in favour of the by-law for it to pass. Even in small condo corps, this can be a challenging task with off-site absentee owners, owners not understanding by-laws, and owners
In Peel Standard Condominium Corporation No. 745 v. Voitenko, the Superior Court addressed a dispute arising from a condo corporation’s statutory obligation to maintain common elements specifically, completing a reserve fund study waterproofing project and an owners’ refusal to
If you live in a condominium, chances are something is being delivered to your building almost every day. Packages from online retailers, groceries, meal kits, and restaurant orders have become part of everyday condo life. What used to be an
Ontario’s condo communities operate under a careful balance of shared living, condominium rules, and legal accountability. The introduction of Bill 60 is set to change the landscape—especially for condo owners who rent out their units.
Here’s what you need to
