What is a status certificate in Ontario?

Creating an efficient budget for your condominium corporation can be a challenge. Advanced preparation is critical to making your budget a valuable financial tool for the success of your community. So what do you need to consider?

The holiday season is upon us, and nothing puts you in a festive mood than pulling your holiday decorations out of storage. Many people derive a sense of community and comfort from seeing familiar decorations at the same time each year.

Cold weather will soon be upon us, so now is the time to make sure your condominium maintenance program is on track. As brutal as Ontario's winters can be, you certainly don't want to discover a leak in your roof during a heavy snowfall or have a boiler stop working during a record cold spell.

As Ontarians anticipate spending the winter months knee-deep in snow and freezing temperatures, it's likely that some residents in your condo community will be spending some of their winter in a warmer climate.

Burst heating pipes are an unwanted, but common, occurrence during Ontario's cold winters. The damage caused by the endless supply of water can be significant. Learn how to avoid a big headache and prevent pipes from freezing.

Condo corporation rules should be fair and easy for community members to follow. But how do you ensure that's the case? Ahead of introducing a new rule ask these five questions.

Most of us send dozens of emails a day between professional and personal communication. As a board member it's important to learn best practices to avoid making critical mistakes when sending emails about important condo business.

Serving as a board member of your condo isn’t an easy job and mistakes can happen. Learn the seven common mistakes board members make and how to avoid them.

Living in a high-rise condominium certainly has its perks. You get the convenient location, the dramatic views, attentive concierge services and a range of amenities. However, vertical living also means added challenges when it comes to fire safety. Fortunately, there are measures that both your corporation board and residents can take to improve safety.

From rule creation to rule enforcement, the key to effective and reasonable policy is communication every step of the way. When owners understand why the corporation has certain policies and what the benefit of them are, it leads to happier residents. Not to mention a stronger community.