Reserve Funds
April 12, 2022 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Sally Thompson
Reserve Fund Planning – Not as Simple as it Seems
From the article entitled "Reserve Fund Planning – Not as Simple as it Seems" by "Sally Thompson", published in the Spring 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
COVID-19
April 19, 2021 - Published by CCI National - Author(s): DHA Team
Condopedia Episode 2 – Q&A session on COVID-19 issues at Condominiums
In this episode, we talk about COVID-19 issues at Condominiums. Hear from all of our lawyers on a wide variety of questions. Nancy keeps us all in check as the chairperson.
Legal
December 23, 2020 - Published by CCI National - Author(s): DHA Team
Condopedia Episode 7 – Holiday Q&A with DHA
Our latest episode is a Holiday Q&A session on various listener questions. The Q&A session took place on December 18, 2020.
Legal
August 16, 2020 - Published by CCI National - Author(s): James Davidson and David Lu (DHA)
Condopedia Episode 5 – Its all about Sharing – A brief history and overview of Ontario Condominium Law with Jim Davidson
David has a conversation with partner Jim Davidson on the history of Condo Law in Ontario. What were some of the major changes? What was the logic behind the existence of condominiums in the first place? Why condominiums have grown so much in recent years? We talk about all of that.
COVID-19
April 9, 2020 - Published by CCI National - Author(s): DHA Team
Condopedia Episode 4 – Conducting Virtual Meetings during these physical distancing times
In our latest episode, we provide some practical tips on conducting virtual owner’s meetings while physical distancing restrictions remain in effect. We review two options that are currently top of mind: one – using GetQuorum and Zoom together, two – just using Zoom.
COVID-19
March 27, 2020 - Published by CCI National - Author(s): DHA Team
Condopedia Episode 3 – Covid 19 and Condominiums, another Q&A
Our firm conducted an earlier Q&A session on Covid-19 and Condominiums on March 27, 2020.
Legal
October 22, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Mario Deo
Caselaw Storytime - Lahrkamp v. MTCC 932
Mario Deo of Fine & Deo shares the story of a unit owner who made excessive requests for records... and what a judge ultimately determined about this practice.
Property Management
October 11, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Murray Johnson
Unintended Consequences of Too Much Communication
From the article entitled "Unintended Consequences of Too Much Communication" by "Murray Johnson", published in the Fall 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Condo Living
October 11, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Alex Young
Amended Ontario Condo Act: Two Years Later - Podcast
From the article entitled "Amended Condo Act: Two Years Later" by "Alex Young", published in the Fall 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Condo Living
October 11, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Beverley Varcoe, Ryan Cunliffe
How to Fix The Lock Box Fiasco
From the article entitled "How to Fix The Lock Box Fiasco" by "Beverley Varcoe, Ryan Cunliffe", published in the Fall 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
July 12, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Marc Bhalla
What is Arbitration?
From the article entitled "What is Arbitration?" by "Marc Bhalla", published in the Summer 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Property Management
July 12, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Fatima Vieira
How to Request But Not Harass
From the article entitled "How to Request But Not Harass" by "Fatima Vieira", published in the Summer 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Condo Living
July 12, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Ernest Nyitrai
New Pool Regulations Affecting Condos
From the article entitled "New Pool Regulations Affecting Condos" by "Ernest Nyitrai", published in the Summer 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Condo Living
April 12, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Patrick Armstrong
Automated Parcel Lockers for Multi- Tenant Residential Applications
From the article entitled "Automated Parcel Lockers for Multi- Tenant Residential Applications" by "Patrick Armstrong", published in the Spring 2019 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
January 21, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Armand Conant, Tim Duggan
Pool Regulations
Regulation 565 to the Health Protection and Promotion Act was amended in 2018. This regulation, which governs public swimming pools and spas, applies to condominium corporations if they contain six or more units.
Property Management
January 14, 2019 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Sue Langlois
7 Effective Communication Tips for Condos
From the article entitled "7 Effective Communication Tips for Condos" by "Sue Langlois", published in the Winter 2018 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Maintenance and Repairs
December 17, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Armand Conant, Francesco Deo
Construction Act featuring Armand Conant with Francesco Deo
On July 1, 2018, the provincial government enacted significant amendments to the Construction Lien Act. The most obvious amendment is that the title of the legislation has changed, from the Construction Lien Act to the Construction Act.
Legal
November 20, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Armand Conant, Deborah Howden
Employment Standards Act Update
On October 23, 2018, the Ontario government introduced the Making Ontario Open For Business Act, 2018 (Bill 47). The Bill had its second reading on November 12, 2018.
Legal
October 17, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Megan Molloy, Tania Haluk, Luis Hernandez, Warren Kleiner
Condos Up In Smoke
On October 17, 2018, Canada's Cannabis Day was commemorated with a special, live presentation about the pathway to legalization, the impact of it on condos and common fears and challenges our condominiums face as a result.
Legal
October 16, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Armand Conant, Victor Yee
What Condos Need To Know About Cannabis Legislation
As announced on September 27th 2018, the Ontario Cannabis Act, 2017 passed by the previous provincial government is being amended by the new provincial government's Cannabis Statute Law Amendment Act, 2018 ("CSLA").
Legal
October 12, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Colm Brannigan
Using Med-Arb in Condo Disputes
From the article entitled "Using Med-Arb in Condo Disputes" by "Colm Brannigan", published in the Fall 2018 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Condo Living
October 12, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Marc Bhalla
A Good Neighbour Gone Bad
From the article entitled "A Good Neighbour Gone Bad" by "Marc Bhalla", published in the Fall 2018 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
July 25, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Horlick
Caselaw Storytime - Disability Discrimination Case
featuring Brian Horlick - Kayla Pollock v. Carolyn Wilson (Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario)
Legal
July 11, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Horlick
Caselaw Storytime - Short-Term Rentals Permitted in Condo Declaration case
featuring Brian Horlick - Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 1556 and No. 1600 v. Owners of Toronto Standard Condominium Corporation No. 1556, et al.
Legal
July 4, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Horlick
Caselaw Storytime - Wexler Costs Appeal Case
featuring Brian Horlick - Norma Wexler v. Carleton Condominium Corporation No. 28.
Legal
April 4, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Megan Molloy
Caselaw Storytime - Keele Medical Properties Ltd v. TSCC 1786
Status Certificate interpretation - Responsibility for a Special Assessment.
Legal
March 7, 2018 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Megan Molloy
Caselaw Storytime - Cheung v. York Region Condominium Corporation No. 759, 2017 ONCA 633
Restaurant parking dominates a commercial condo's parking lot.
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.
Environment - Climate Change
October 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Rob Detta Colli
Your Condo and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
From the article entitled "Your Condo and Greenhouse Gas Emissions" by "Rob Detta Colli", published in the Fall 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Condo Living
October 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Tom Wright, Armand Conant
The Condominium Authority of Ontario Podcast Fall 2017
From the article entitled "The Condominium Authority of Ontario" by "Tom Wright, Armand Conant", published in the Fall 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
September 12, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Mario Deo
Caselaw Storytime - TSCC 1633 v. TSCC 1809
Mario Deo of Fine & Deo shares the story of neighbouring condominiums involved in a dispute over cost sharing over a shared laneway.
Legal
September 6, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Mario Deo
Caselaw Storytime - YCC 163 v. Robinson
Mario Deo of Fine & Deo shares the story a unit owner who was abusive to property management.
Legal
June 21, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Horlick
Caselaw Storytime with Brian Horlick
Brian Horlick of Horlick Levitt Di Lella LLP tells the story of a case surrounding cultural sensitivity and an owners' meeting being scheduled during a religious holiday.
Legal
June 14, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): John De Vellis
Caselaw Storytime with John De Vellis
John De Vellis of Shibley Righton LLP tells the story of an abusive unit owner.
Legal
June 7, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Joel Berkovitz
Caselaw Storytime with Joel Berkovitz
Joel Berkovitz of Shibley Righton LLP tells the story of a case involving an attempt to appoint an Administrator for a condominium.
Legal
April 19, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Richard Elia, Patricia Elia
Drones: Not Everything Fun is Safe
From the article entitled "Drones: Not Everything Fun is Safe" by "Richard Elia, Patricia Elia", published in the Spring 2017 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
March 15, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Patrick Greco
Caselaw Storytime with Patrick Greco
Patrick Greco of Miller Thomson LLP tells the story of a case about short term rental use of condominium units.
Legal
March 8, 2017 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Megan Mackey
Caselaw Storytime with Megan Mackey
Megan Mackey of Miller Thomson LLP, tells the story of a case involving chargebacks, common expenses and a condominium corporation's lien rights.
Finances
January 19, 2017 - Published by CCI National - Author(s): Murray Johnson, Paul Pittana
What to Do When Shortfalls Occur
From the article entitled "What to Do When Shortfalls Occur" by "Murray Johnson, Paul Pittana", published in the Winter 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
December 7, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Mario Deo
Caselaw Storytime with Mario Deo
Condominium lawyer and CCI Toronto Past President, Mario Deo, speaks with Condovoice editor Marc Bhalla about the case of TSCC No. 2130 v. York Bremner Developments et al. in the launch of a new CV+ podcast series called "Caselaw Storytime".
Legal
October 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Shawn Pulver
Competition Bureau Investigation
From the article entitled "Competition Bureau Investigation" by "Shawn Pulver", published in the Fall 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
October 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Jason Rivait, Joy Mathews
The Standardized Proxy Form – A Welcome Change
From the article entitled "The Standardized Proxy Form – A Welcome Change" by "Jason Rivait, Joy Mathews", published in the Fall 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
October 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Warren Ragoonanan
Remembering Tendering!
From the article entitled "Remembering Tendering!" by "Warren Ragoonanan", published in the Fall 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Insurance
July 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Vic Persaud
S.U.B. Text: Reading the Fine Print
From the article entitled "S.U.B. Text: Reading the Fine Print" by "Vic Persaud", published in the Summer 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
July 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Brian Horlick, Timothy Duggan
Smoking in Condos
From the article entitled "Smoking in Condos" by "Brian Horlick, Timothy Duggan", published in the Summer 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Finances
July 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Tina Flinders
Directors' Best Practices in the Collection Process
From the article entitled "Directors' Best Practices in the Collection Process" by "Tina Flinders", published in the Summer 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Condo Living
April 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Marc Bhalla
Kids in the Halls
From the article entitled "Kids in the Halls" by "Marc Bhalla", published in the Spring 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Maintenance and Repairs
April 19, 2016 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Jeff Cowx
Noise in Condos
From the article entitled "Noise in Condos" by "Jeff Cowx", published in the Spring 2016 issue of the CCI Toronto Condovoice Magazine.
Legal
July 8, 2015 - Published by Toronto and Area Chapter - Author(s): Marc Bhalla
Special Edition Podcast: Bill 106 Q&A
The first reading of Bill 106, the eagerly awaited introduction of legislative change for condominiums in Ontario was met with great excitement amongst the province's condominium community... and has spawned many questions.
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