A selection of important articles and podcasts from our team
The Rules of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) allow CAT to dismiss applications that are determined to be vexatious or otherwise improper. [CAT can also dismiss applications that are determined to fall outside CAT’s jurisdiction or are considered too minor to justify a dispute.]
As our readers will know, the jurisdiction of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) was expanded in the fall of 2020. And we expect to see further increases to CAT’s jurisdiction in the coming months and years.
A recent CAT decision nicely reveals this “expanded jurisdiction in action”.
The idea of mandatory vaccination is a “hot topic of discussion” in many corners of our society, including condominium communities. Many of our clients have asked: “Can we make vaccination mandatory for condominium staff or contractors (particularly if they ever need to enter the units)?” “Can we make vaccination mandatory for condominium residents?” “Can we make vaccination mandatory for use of particular amenities?” These are understandable questions, given the scientific evidence about the ability of the vaccines to control the spread (and impact) of Covid-19.
The Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO) has prepared and posted some guides to assist condominium owners and directors. The guides can be found on the “Resources” page of the CAO website.
This Friday, the 16th of July, Ontario is moving into the 3rd step of the reopen roadmap. Here’s what is changing for masking requirements in condominiums.
This Friday, the 16th of July, Ontario is moving into the 3rd step of the reopen roadmap. Here’s what this means for indoor pools and indoor recreational facilities, including gyms, in condominiums.
Ontario is currently in Step 2 of the province’s three-step “Roadmap to Reopen”. On July 16th, Ontario will be moving to Step 3 (five days earlier than previously anticipated). What does this mean for Ontario condominiums?
As our readers will know, the jurisdiction of the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) was expanded in the fall of 2020. And we expect to see further increases to CAT’s jurisdiction in the coming months and years.
A recent CAT decision nicely reveals this “expanded jurisdiction in action”.
We’ve all seen the horrifying video. We know about the tragic loss of life and potential loss of life. It’s an astounding catastrophe for so many.
And we can’t help wondering: Could it happen here?
Podcast:
Episode 13 - Condo Crunch 3 Updating and Amending Your Governing Documents
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Our third condo crunch was held on June 24, 2021. In this edition, Jessica, Jim, and Melinda talk about changes
As promised at our June 24 “Condo Crunch”, I’m pleased to reproduce my slides (from the Condo Crunch) setting out our “Reasons for By-laws or By-law Amendments”.
Please also stay tuned to our Condopedia Podcast where yesterday’s full Condo Crunch session will soon be posted!
Ontario is currently in Step 1 of the province’s three-step “Roadmap to Reopen”. On June 30th, Ontario will be moving to Step 2. What does this mean for Ontario condominiums?
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