Is it time to slow the roll?Checking in on the City of Edmonton’s New Waste Rollout, the Challenges Condos Face, and Potential Solutions Written by: Katy Campbell Condos face a rocky transition as the City of Edmonton rolls out new waste collection policies in multifamily buildings, marked by overflowing bins and rising costs. A year…
Navigating the Role of the RegulatorClarifying RECA’s Role and Your Responsibilities as a Condo Owner Article written by Katherine Topolniski (CCI North Alberta) Condo ownership and management are complex, with various roles and responsibilities to navigate—and since 2021, a regulatory body has been added to the mix Whether you’re a long-time condo resident or new…
Beyond the Reserve FundTurn Reserve Fund Studies into Action: Expert Answers for Condo Boards Written by: Katherine Topolniski Source: Answers contributed by the panel of experts A panel of experts offered their insights and actionable guidance for condo boards navigating the critical steps that follow a Reserve Fund Study. When it comes to managing reserve…
A First Look at Bill 30Exciting New Legislative Changes for the Condo Community Written by: Katy Campbell The introduction of Bill 30, the Service Alberta Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, marks a historic moment for Alberta’s condo landscape, with the introduction of a long awaited dispute resolution tribunal and many other changes. This proposed legislation includes…
PRESS RELEASE CCI North Alberta Pleased to Support Needed Condominium Act Reforms Nov 4, 2024 The Canadian Condominium Institute, North Alberta Chapter (CCINA), is pleased to stand in support of Bill 30, The Service Alberta Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, introduced today in Alberta’s legislature. The amendments to the Condominium Property Act included in this bill will increase consumer protection and improve…
COLD WEATHER CLAIMS Condo Insurance INSITE Session This interactive online session gives you the opportunity to hear from the experts, have your questions answered, and receive tailored advice about how to handle and prepare for cold weather insurance claims. This session provides condominium board members and managers with essential insights on managing insurance claims related…
Grim Prospects For Owners Of Evacuated Edmonton Condo Who is financially responsible for repairing Alberta’s shoddy, aging condominium buildings? Article submitted by Dana Hagg (HMC Lawyers LLP) (Originally published in the Canadian Condominium Institute South Alberta’s Spring Newsletter) In theory, Alberta’s lawmakers have already implemented a solution to this conundrum: the Alberta New Home Warranty…
Can Sophie the Dog Stay? What are a condo board’s duties to accommodate? Article submitted by Matthew Ryan McLennan Ross LLP Recent caselaw shows many condo boards and their members do not properly handle accommodation requests from tenants/owners on human rights grounds. The Tale of Sophie the Dog Sophie is a service dog that Monika…
Part 2: Roadmap for Condo Managers
