News & Insights

Luis Hernandez of LDDC Lawyers joins #WeSpeakCondo to discuss Ontario condo owner rights, records requests, the Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO), and the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT). Learn how condo owners can navigate disputes, access records, understand governance, and promote greater transparency in their condominium communities.

Discover how the mechanical and plumbing systems in high-rise condominiums keep buildings safe, efficient, and comfortable. DV Mechanical's Andy and Anthony Kastopoulos explain boilers, chillers, HVAC, plumbing, preventative maintenance, reserve planning, and common building issues every condo board member and property manager should understand.

Discover how condo reserve funds protect condominium corporations from unexpected costs. Nicholas speaks with Romina Facchini of Statis Inc. about reserve fund studies, funding plans, major repairs, contribution increases, construction inflation, and why keeping condo fees artificially low can lead to loans, special assessments, and significant financial challenges for condo owners.

Explore how technology, AI, and smarter vendor management are helping condo communities operate more efficiently and reduce risk.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Condo boards can use five practical questions to check whether their fire alarm contractor is meeting current Ontario Fire Code requirements and providing the right documentation.

When a fire alarm panel starts aging, condo boards need to weigh repair, replacement and hybrid options based on the system’s condition, support and remaining useful life.

New condo board directors have real fire safety responsibilities. Here are five 2026 Ontario Fire Code areas boards should understand and keep properly documented.

Communication, maintenance, and financial oversight are the three pillars that separate strong property management companies from the rest.