For any residential condominium corporation, the emergency generator is more than a convenience it is a legal requirement and a vital safeguard for life safety systems. When power fails, the generator provides critical backup for systems such as fire alarms, emergency...
As condominium managers, we often operate behind the scenes, ensuring the day-to-day operations of our communities run smoothly. But there are seasons where our responsibilities shift into high gear. Foresight, coordination, and communication become more critical than...
It was a chilly November morning at Maple Heights Condominiums, and everything seemed calm… too calm. Jack Martin, the ever-vigilant condominium manager, sipped his coffee as he scanned the lobby for anything out of place. Just as he took a satisfied sip, a resident...
At the corner of Birch and Elms in downtown Ontario stood Tower Maple, a mid-rise condominium with a proud 30-year history. To passersby, it was just another beige-brick building, but for those inside, it was home, and a living, breathing organism of pipes, wires,...
As Ontario braces for a bout of rain coupled with a brief thaw, condo owners and property managers are urged to take proactive steps. The weather is expected to transition rapidly, from mild thaw conditions to freezing temperatures, with lows plummeting to -14°C by...
The source of condominium water leaks can be found in many places with the responsibility for repairs determined by the Corporation’s Declaration and By-Laws. Many floods are caused by heat pump condensation lines getting plugged, or fan coil condensate trays...
May 10, 2005, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act was passed in the Ontario Legislature by our very own MPP’s. It promised a goal of making the province accessible through the use of enforceable standards to ensure public and private sectors were...
Selecting the right contractor for a project can be a difficult and tedious task. It is also important to know cheaper isn't always better when reviewing and approving proposals. Contractors can be found in various ways when looking for the right one. Reputation,...
Electric bicycles (e-bikes) have become very popular, especially in the downtown areas of cities and towns in Ontario. They are less expensive to purchase and maintain than a car, cost less to run, and can easily make their way through traffic. Although they have many...