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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.

Noise complaints are inevitable in condominium living. Discover the best practices that help managers resolve disputes fairly, consistently, and in line with CAT expectations.

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.

Fire safety is only one part of building maintenance. Ontario condo boards can also benefit from structured electrical and plumbing programs that support reliability, documentation, and risk management.

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.

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.

Independent engineering advice can give Ontario condo boards a clearer basis for evaluating technical work, comparing contractor bids, and making defensible project decisions.

Full-service condominium management involves much more than collecting fees and coordinating repairs. From financial administration and preventive maintenance to governance support and emergency response, understanding the full scope of property management helps Ontario condo boards make more informed decisions.

Technology is changing how condominium communities operate, but strong property management still depends on people. From AI-assisted administration to digital financial tools and resident communication platforms, innovation works best when it strengthens, rather than replaces, experienced property managers.

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

Comparing property management proposals isn't just about monthly fees. Ontario condo boards should evaluate staffing, communication, financial controls, emergency procedures, and transition planning to identify the management company that offers the strongest long-term value.

Strong financial controls protect more than a condominium's budget. They safeguard reserve funds, improve transparency, and help boards make informed decisions. Here's what every Ontario condo board should expect from a property management company.