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Governance

May 10, 2024 - Published by London and Area Chapter

Call for Nominations to the Board of Directors

From the CCI Review 2023/2024-3 March 2024 issue of the CCI London Chapter


 
Governance

May 2, 2024 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Christopher Mendes

Conduct at an Annual General Meeting

For boards, owners, and property managers, annual general meeting season can be a stressful time. The Condominium Act, 1998 (the “Act”) requires that a board shall hold a general meeting of the owners within six (6) months of the end of the corporation’s fiscal year.


 
Governance

May 1, 2024 - Published by Manitoba Chapter - Author(s): Alan Forbes

Condo Conversation Corner

From the CCI Manitoba Spring 2024 Condominium News and Views Magazine


 
Governance

April 18, 2024 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Annie Bailey

Why Attend Your Condo’s AGM

Many condominiums hold their annual general meeting (“AGM”) in the spring, so you may be receiving your preliminary notice of meeting and your notice of meeting soon.


 
Governance

March 22, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter

Condo Governance, Conflicts of Interest and Director Ethics

Join condo lawyers Sonja Hodis, Patricia Elia, and Chris Jaglowitz along with property manager, Jessica Laker and condo director, Patricia Sinclair as they discuss the governance framework condominiums in Ontario operate under, what is a conflict a interest and how to deal with them as well as a discussion about Board of Director Ethics and Codes of Conduct. [Read More]


 
Governance

February 10, 2024 - Published by Manitoba Chapter - Author(s): Alan Forbes

Condo Conversation Corner - Winter 2024

From the CCI Manitoba Winter 2024 Condominium News and Views Magazine


 
Governance

January 30, 2024 - Published by Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter - Author(s): David Cumming

Condominium Director Training Strategies – CCI-NL

From the CCI Newfoundland and Labrador Winter 2024 Condo Chronicle Newsletter


 
Governance

January 25, 2024 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Henry Jansen

Passing Advice to New Condo Directors

You have purchased a condo. For many, whether it is your first home or your downsized home, condo living is a unique lifestyle. You find yourself living in a community within a community. Your new community will have a board of directors, rules, by-laws, an operating budget, a reserve fund budget, maintenance contracts, etc. Then you get notice of an Annual General Meeting (the “AGM”)...


 
Governance

January 24, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter

Introduction to Condominiums in Ontario

Join our moderator, Sonja Hodis along with Patrica Elia, Ashley Winberg, Ashley Lamb, Jeff Struewing, Blair Spinney and Jon Juffs as we introduce you to various aspects of condominium living, ownership and governance. [Read More]


 
Governance

November 9, 2023 - Published by South Alberta Chapter - Author(s): Gary Caouette

So, You Are a New Board Member, What Do You Do Now?

From the Fall 2023 issue of the CCI South Alberta CCI Review


 
Governance

November 3, 2023 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Geoff Grist

Building the Right Condo Board Team

From the Fall 2023 issue of CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

November 2, 2023 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Maggie Matian

Happy Board, Happy Life!

A condominium’s Board of Directors play a significant and immeasurable role in the daily governance of a condominium corporation in Ontario. Board members are not only responsible for ensuring the corporation is well managed on behalf of all owners and residents, they are also responsible for ensuring that the corporation’s financial assets are secured and well managed.


 
Governance

November 1, 2023 - Published by Golden Horseshoe Chapter - Author(s): Craig McMillan

Effective Leadership

From the Volume 17, Fall 2023 issue of the CCI GHC Condo News Magazine


 
Governance

October 30, 2023 - Published by Manitoba Chapter

CCI Manitoba’s Annual General Meeting (AGM)

From the CCI Manitoba Fall 2023 Condominium News and Views Magazine


 
Governance

October 30, 2023 - Published by Manitoba Chapter

Meet the four re-elected CCI Manitoba directors

From the CCI Manitoba Fall 2023 Condominium News and Views Magazine


 
Governance

October 30, 2023 - Published by Manitoba Chapter - Author(s): Alan Forbes

Condo Conversation Corner

From the CCI Manitoba Fall 2023 Condominium News and Views Magazine


 
Governance

October 20, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter

What is an Effective Condo Director?

Join Sonja Hodis as well as our breakout room facilitators (Patricia Elia, Michele Farley, Ryan Griffiths, Debbie Dale, Ashley Winberg and Blair Spinney) as we explore what makes an effective director. While the Condominium Act and a condominium’s by laws create the bare minimum criteria to qualify for the director position we all know that it takes more than just these bare minimum requirements to be an effective director. [Read More]


 
Governance

October 6, 2023 - Published by London and Area Chapter - Author(s): Laura Gurr

Safeguarding Privacy: Protecting the Privacy of Board Members and Individual Employees

From the CCI Review 2023/2024-1 August 2023 issue of the CCI London Chapter


 
Governance

October 6, 2023 - Published by London and Area Chapter - Author(s): Trish Kaplan

Galvanize New Board Members

From the CCI Review 2023/2024-1 August 2023 issue of the CCI London Chapter


 
Governance

September 26, 2023 - Published by Eastern Ontario Chapter - Author(s): Steve Christison

An Engineer’s Perspective on Meetings

From the Volume 35 issue of the CCI Eastern Ontario Condo Contact Magazine


 
Governance

September 26, 2023 - Published by Eastern Ontario Chapter - Author(s): Natasha Mayhew

A Director's Perspective on Meetings

From the Volume 35 issue of the CCI Eastern Ontario Condo Contact Magazine


 
Governance

September 14, 2023 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Maggie Matian

Are You Ready For Your AGM?

Preparing for your condominium’s Annual General Meeting can cause a lot of stress for your management company, board, and unit owners if your past meetings have not gone so smoothly. In a room full of people you don’t know very much, discussing financial and intimate details of your condominium community can feel daunting, to say the least.


 
Governance

July 13, 2023 - Published by Golden Horseshoe Chapter - Author(s): Stephanie Sutherland

Q&A: Procedures, Harassment and Shared Facilities

From the Volume 16, Summer 2023 issue of the CCI GHC Condo News Magazine


 
Governance

May 10, 2023 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Daniel Gary

6 Condominium Management Tools

From the Spring 2023 issue of CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

May 1, 2023 - Published by South Alberta Chapter - Author(s): Erin Berney, Maryam Musbah

Strategies for Board Members

From the Spring 2023 issue of the CCI South Alberta CCI Review


 
Governance

March 22, 2023 - Published by London and Area Chapter - Author(s): Lisa Skirten

COVID, Conflict, Patience, Communication

From the CCI Review 2022/2023-3 March 2023 issue of the CCI London Chapter


 
Governance

February 9, 2023 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Henry J. Jansen

Board Tips for 2023

What happened to 2022? We are already in February 2023? Time keeps marching along and passes so quickly. Not only are you busy with your own life, but as a board member you cannot forget about your condo life.


 
Governance

December 29, 2022 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): George Shalamay

Reuniting the Divided Board: How to Make it Work Together

From the Winter 2022 issue of CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine, Volume 27, Issue Number 2.


 
Governance

December 29, 2022 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Antoni Casalinuovo

Unrealistic Expectations Get You Nowhere

From the Winter 2022 issue of CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine, Volume 27, Issue Number 2.


 
Governance

November 21, 2022 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Salim Dharssi

Making the Most of Board Member Transitions

From the Fall 2022 issue of CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine, Volume 27, Issue Number 1.


 
Governance

November 1, 2022 - Published by Golden Horseshoe Chapter

Introduction to Condominiums

This virtual webinar is designed for new Condo Board Directors and owners or anyone that is new to condominiums. TOPICS COVERED: Introduction to Condominiums Director Responsibilities Governance and Governing Documents Owner Meetings and Expectations Role of Property Management Money and Banking The “Annual” Plan Budgets and Reserve Funds Status Certificates Insurance Obligations [Read More]


 
Governance

September 22, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Henry Jansen

Getting Ready for 2023!

It is hard to believe that the summer has passed so quickly. It is already the fall. This is not a time for the board to take a breather. Now is the time to get ready for 2023!


 
Governance

September 9, 2022 - Published by South Alberta Chapter - Author(s): Mark DiPinto

How to Run a Great Virtual AGM

From the Spring/Summer 2022 issue of the CCI South Alberta CCI Review


 
Governance

September 1, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Maggie Matian

UPDATE: Expiry Date – Temporary Online Meeting Provisions

If your condominium corporation has benefited from the temporary legislation that made it possible to hold all meetings virtually, then there is a deadline you should be made aware of.


 
Governance

August 11, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): unknown

When it Moves, it Moves Fast – Condo Talk

Do you have a virtual meeting and electronic voting by-law?


 
Governance

August 2, 2022 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Scarlett Guy

Post-Pandemic Meetings: Navigating the 'New Normal'

From the Summer 2022 issue of CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine, Volume 26, Issue Number 4


 
Governance

July 14, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Maggie Matian

Board of Directors – From Interest to Election

Purchasing a unit inside a condominium means investing in a community. Part of that community investment involves regular communication with the condominium’s Board of Directors.


 
Governance

July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jeff Strewing

Things Boards Should Consider

From the CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter


 
Governance

July 7, 2022 - Published by Eastern Ontario Chapter - Author(s): Anne Burgoon

Strengthening the Condominium Corporation/Management Relationship

From the Volume 32 issue of the CCI Eastern Ontario Condo Contact Magazine


 
Governance

June 23, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Maggie Matian

How to Keep Your Board Members Happy

A condominium’s Board of Directors play a significant and immeasurable role in the daily governance of a condominium corporation in Ontario. Board members are not only responsible for ensuring the corporation is well managed on behalf of all owners and residents, they are also responsible for ensuring that the corporation’s financial assets are secured and well managed.


 
Governance

June 22, 2022 - Published by Golden Horseshoe Chapter - Author(s): Dave Williams

Committee Work the Right Way

From the Volume 12, Summer 2022 issue of the CCI GHC Condo News Magazine


 
Governance

June 1, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Ian Miller

What You Need to Know About the Upcoming Election

The provincial election is this Thursday, June 2, 2022 – only 1 day away! In conjunction with the other Ontario CCI Chapters, CCI-GRC reached out to candidates of the major parties to provide them with information regarding condominiums and the issues they are facing in Ontario, and sent a questionnaire get their feedback on those issues.


 
Governance

May 26, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Annie Bailey

When to Send Written Notices to Unit Owners

A condominium’s board of directors is responsible for informing unit owners of events, changes, and other matters relating to the condominium community. Often the board has a property manager who assists with providing this information to unit owners.


 
Governance

May 5, 2022 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Noah Maislin

A Minute Taker's Guide to the Galaxy of Minute Taking

From the Spring 2022 issue of CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine, Volume 26, Issue Number 3


 
Governance

May 5, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Maggie Matian

Preparing For Your Annual General Meeting

Preparing for your condominium’s Annual General Meeting can cause a lot of stress for your management company, board, and unit owners if your past meetings have not gone so smoothly.


 
Governance

April 12, 2022 - Published by Golden Horseshoe Chapter - Author(s): Dave Williams

Succession Planning for Your Condo Board… Really?

From the Volume 12, Spring 2022 issue of the CCI GHC Condo News Magazine


 
Governance

March 23, 2022 - Published by South Alberta Chapter - Author(s): Lauren Larre

Ten helpful tips to be an effective board member

From the Winter 2022 issue of the CCI South Alberta CCI Review


 
Governance

March 10, 2022 - Published by Golden Horseshoe Chapter

Introduction to Condominiums

This virtual webinar is designed for new Condo Board Directors and owners or anyone that is new to condominiums. [Read More]


 
Governance

March 10, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter

5 Tips to Keep Your Virtual Meetings Productive

Whether it be a virtual meeting, conference, or webinar, either can be tough to get through while keeping them productive. Being behind a screen for the last couple years has taken away any excitement that was left behind the simplicity of virtual meetings.


 
Governance

January 6, 2022 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Jamie Poodry

Smooth Transitions: Making the Move Between Management Companies Seamless

As condominium managers, we have all been there – your relationship with a condominium community comes to an end. This can happen for any number of reasons – financial difficulties, personality conflicts, board unrest or lack of trust, to name a few – but no matter the reason, you will find yourself in the position of having to hand over a (preferably neat and organized) package of information to the


 
Governance

December 9, 2021 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Wayne Haves

Wait a Minute – What is the Deal with Minutes?

We have all been there – an important meeting where issues are raised, debated and decisions made. That is the substance of the meeting but you cannot overlook the importance of the minutes of those meetings. That written summary of the meeting will live on as a reference document that many stakeholders will rely on to verify what took place.


 
Governance

November 18, 2021 - Published by Grand River Chapter - Author(s): Sara Hicks

Positive Communication: Email Edition

If you partake with the internet (and if you are reading this, you do at least dabble) then you have no doubt come across unpleasant online exchanges in some capacity.


 
Governance

October 29, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter

Meeting in the New World

It’s no exaggeration to say the last eighteen months have been a huge learning curve for many of us, with an unprecedented reliance on the Internet, and digital communication swiftly becoming a vital skill to master. Although the end of our isolation seems to be in sight (fingers crossed), many of these digital skills are going to remain in place for a long time, so now we all have to


 
Governance

August 25, 2021 - Published by Eastern Ontario Chapter

The Relationship Between the Board, Managers and Owners

A productive and harmonious relationship between the board, management and the owners is critical for good governance and organisational effectiveness. However, it is often easier said than done. Our panelists delve into the somewhat complicated relationship between the board, management and the owners. Discover the roles, responsibilities and who does what and why. [Read More]


 
Governance

July 1, 2021 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Joy Mathews, Lyndsey McNally

Please Shut-up and Sit Down!

From the Summer 2021 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

July 1, 2021 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Marc Bhalla

Baseball Arbitration for Condominium Communities

From the Summer 2021 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

April 1, 2021 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Julia Lurye

To Speak or Not to Speak, That Is the Question

From the Spring 2021 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 14, 2021 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Scarlett Guy

Meetings Held Electronically May Now Be the New Standard

From the Winter 2020 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

November 12, 2020 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): BRIAN HORLICK, ALEX ETKIN

Electronic Meetings in Ontario Condominium Corporations

From the Fall 2020 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 16, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter

Virtual Meetings

Virtual Meetings are the new norm. Join our "Zoom Master" who will you give some tips on how to use Zoom and the features within it during your meetings. Also join our panel of lawyers and property managers who will take you through the process of holding a meeting virtually, provide tips and point out traps to avoid based on their experiences to date. [Read More]


 
Governance

August 19, 2020 - Published by South Alberta Chapter

Speedy Board Meetings & Minutes

Board meetings do not always need to be long… or at least not as long! Join Professional Parliamentarian Todd Brand for a session on how to make your board meetings quicker yet more productive. The discussion will include agenda preparation, simplifying your rules, ideas for electronic meetings plus speed up tips and tools. Also included will be important ideas for taking effective minutes. [Read More]


 
Governance

June 10, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter

Electronic Meeting and Voting Bylaws - What you Need to Know

Join our panel of lawyers and property managers as we discuss issues and factors that should be considered when drafting electronic meeting and voting bylaws. Thank you to our sponsors: Elia Associates PC CWB Maximum Financial Condogenie [Read More]


 
Governance

April 1, 2020 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Tania Haluk

Top 5 Tips for Boards When Dealing With Difficult People

From the Spring 2020 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

April 1, 2020 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Marc Bhalla

The Board as a Band

From the Spring 2020 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

April 1, 2020 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Denise Lash

Condo Board Elections and Voting

From the Spring 2020 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

March 9, 2020 - Published by London and Area Chapter - Author(s): Jennifer Dickenson

Effective Meeting tips for Board members

Effective meetings bring people together for a specific purpose, provide an arena for discussion and provide results.


 
Governance

October 11, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Josh Milgrom

The Ideal Condo Board

From the Fall 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 11, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Bill Colucci

Extra Expense or Added Benefit?

From the Fall 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 11, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Joy Mathews, Warren Kleiner

Electronic Ballots Versus Proxies

From the Fall 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

June 4, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Alex Young, Megan Molloy, Katherine Gow, Brian Horlick

Condo Convos: Owners Meeting Best Practices

CCI continues its CONDO CONVOS series - casual conversations of interest to the condominium community - with a presentation about best practices for owners' meetings. Alex Young moderates a conversation with Megan Molloy, Katherine Gow and Brian Horlick


 
Governance

April 12, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Mahassen Mahmoud

Winning by Pulling Together

From the Spring 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 14, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): John DeVellis

Fill Out Those Forms, or Else …?

From the Winter 2018 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 12, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): David E. Thiel

The Condo Board Bully

From the Fall 2018 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 23, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): n/a

AGMs - Fans & Hecklers (live)

This podcast features the audio from CCI Toronto's popular Facebook Like presentation "AGMs - Fans & Hecklers". Listen to a lawyer, property manager and condominium director discuss the challenges and benefits of annual owner meetings.


 
Governance

January 19, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Horlick, Luis A. Hernandez

Why Should You Attend Your Annual General Meeting?

From the article entitled "Why Should You Attend Your Annual General Meeting?" by "Brian Horlick, Luis A. Hernandez", published in the Winter 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 19, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Horlick, Luis A. Hernandez

Why Should You Attend Your Annual General Meeting?

From the Winter 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 19, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Scarlett Guy

Annual General Meetings vs. Other Owners' Meetings

From the Winter 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 19, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Joy Mathews

Holiday Gifts or "Secret Commissions"?

From the Winter 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Jason Rivait, Joy Mathews

The Annual General Meeting HECKLER!

From the Fall 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

July 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Warren Kleiner, François Bourgault

Burn After Reading

From the Summer 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

July 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Murray Johnson

Mandatory Education for Directors

From the Summer 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

April 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Anne Steinhart

Condominium Board Governance

From the Spring 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Selena Livingstone

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

From the Winter 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

January 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Antman

Communication Between Owners & Directors is Vital

From the Winter 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Scarlett Guy

Please Louise – Don't Shoot the Minute-Taker!

From the Fall 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Allan Bishop

The Role of a Condominium Board

From the Fall 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

October 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Marc Bhalla

Rules Were Meant to be… UPDATED!

From the Fall 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

July 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): JJ Hiew

The Proxy of the Future

From the Summer 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

April 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Scarlett Guy

Taking Professional Condominium Meeting Minutes

From the Spring 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


 
Governance

April 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Mo Killu

Nipping it in the Bud!

From the Spring 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.


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