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strata corporation holiday decor policies
Four ways to set decoration policies for your strata corporation without being a grinch
Nov 20, 2023
Lights, candles and wreaths, oh my! The most decorated season of the year is arriving, with celebrations from many cultures and faiths coinciding in the next few months. For condo communities, the desire to deck the halls can clash with the rules of the corporation. Follow these tips to maintain a festive community without décor running amok.
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Preventive maintenance planning for strata corporations
How preventive maintenance can keep your strata ready for all seasons
Nov 13, 2023
Colder weather is upon us, so now is the time to make sure your strata corporation's maintenance program is on track. You certainly don't want to discover a leak in your roof during a heavy rainfall or have a boiler stop working during a record cold spell.
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Preventing issues in your strata when snowbirds fly the coop
Nov 08, 2023
As Canadians anticipate spending the winter months in colder temperatures, it's likely that some residents in your strata community will be spending some of their winter in a warmer climate.
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Effects of cold weather on pipes
Preventing the effects of cold weather on your pipes
Nov 03, 2023
Burst heating pipes are an unwanted, but common, occurrence during colder weather. The damage caused by the endless supply of water can be significant. Learn how to avoid a big headache and prevent pipes from freezing.
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Creating sensible strata policies
A guide to creating effective strata policies
Oct 23, 2023
Strata corporation policies should be fair and easy for community members to follow. But how do you ensure that's the case? Ahead of introducing a new policy ask these five questions.
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Strata council member email best practices
Email best practices for strata council members
Oct 10, 2023
Most of us send dozens of emails a day between professional and personal communication. As as a strata council member it's important to learn best practices to avoid making critical mistakes when sending emails about important strata business.
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strata council
Avoid these 7 common strata council member mistakes
Aug 16, 2023
Serving on your strata council can be challenging. No matter what your level of experience, mistakes can happen. Learn the 7 common mistakes strata council members make and how to avoid them.
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Strata council meeting
Annual tasks for strata councils
Jan 24, 2023
With so many things for a strata council to accomplish in a year, where should you even start? In this article we breakdown the important tasks you need to perform as a strata council.
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Five Traits that Make You a Perfect Fit for Your Strata Council
Jan 11, 2023
Are you considering joining your strata council?Here are five traits of the ideal strata council member and if they describe you, then you're ready to join!
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Managing Packages at Your Strata Corporation During the Holiday Season
Dec 05, 2022
Managing packages at your strata corporation has become a necessity and as the holidays arrive it's more important than ever to be organized for the onslaught deliveries. Read FirstService Residential BC's solutions to the manage holiday rush.