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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.

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