News & Insights

That wind tunnel feeling around your condo garage may be linked to stack effect. Learn why pressure differences occur in high rise buildings and what they mean for comfort and fire safety.

Strong communication is one of the most important responsibilities of any condo board. By creating clear processes, using multiple communication channels, and encouraging resident feedback, Ontario condominium corporations can build stronger, more transparent communities.

Storing items in exit corridors or enclosing a condo parking space can create safety and compliance concerns. Here is why these changes matter and what residents should know.

Becoming a condo director comes with real governance responsibilities, but you do not need to be a technical expert. Here is what prospective directors should know before joining a board.

Building envelope problems rarely begin with a major failure. Water infiltration, balcony deterioration, window leaks, and façade issues often develop gradually. For Ontario condo boards, identifying these risks early can create more options for repairs, funding, and long term building protection.

Condo fire safety relies on more than one system. Learn how detection, suppression, protected exits, and smoke control work together to support resident safety.

Fire drills help condo staff practise emergency procedures and identify problems before a real emergency. Here is what residents should know about drill frequency and participation.

Modern condominium management extends far beyond maintenance and fee collection. Ontario condo boards are increasingly adopting digital financial tools, stronger governance frameworks, and technology-driven management systems to improve transparency, strengthen financial oversight, and create healthier communities.

New hallway carbon monoxide alarms may be tied to the 2026 Ontario Fire Code. Here is what the detectors mean for condo residents and building safety.

Reserve fund studies provide long term funding and component planning, but a targeted assessment can give condo boards more detailed information before a major project is designed and tendered.

Boilers, chillers, pumps, fan coils, generators, and building controls are among the most expensive assets in an Ontario condominium. Understanding when to repair and when to replace these systems can help condo boards protect reserve funds, reduce risk, and improve long-term building reliability.

When a condo fire alarm is impaired, boards need to follow the approved impairment procedure and applicable Fire Code requirements. Here is what boards should know about firewatch, notifications, and planning.

Ontario condo boards should treat the annual fire safety plan review as an ongoing compliance task. Here is what boards should know about updates, smoke control, and electronic records.

Property technology is changing how condominium communities are managed. From digital vendor procurement to electronic invoice approvals, PropTech is helping condo boards improve transparency, reduce administrative work, and make more informed financial decisions.

Smoke control testing requirements depend on the building and its approved procedures. Here is what high rise condo boards should track when planning testing, engineering reviews, and budgets.

Ontario condo boards need to understand which 2026 Fire Code changes apply to their buildings. This checklist covers CO alarms, fire alarm testing, integrated systems, smoke control, exit doors, and records.

Ontario condominium communities are facing three major challenges: aging buildings, growing sustainability expectations, and changing resident priorities. Boards that plan ahead by integrating reserve fund studies, sustainability initiatives, and proactive property management will be better positioned to protect their communities over the next decade.

A clear maintenance process can make contracts easier to compare and manage. Here are five steps Ontario condo boards can use to define work, tender fairly, and verify performance.

Fire Code enforcement can involve condominium corporations, property managers, and other parties. Here are practical lessons new condo boards can use to strengthen compliance and oversight.

Resident experience is no longer viewed as a hospitality issue in condominium management. Clear communication, timely responses, and consistent engagement now play an important role in governance, risk management, and the long-term success of condominium communities.