Condo Living
September 20, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Condo Case Studies
Join Sonja Hodis, Gavin Johnson, Mike Tinsdale, Thomas Noel and Tom Gallinger as we discuss several real life case studies and potential scenarios involving condominium properties and the lessons we can all take away from those situations. By breaking down a case into its tangible and intangible components, you'll receive valuable insights to share with your boards and fellow directors. [Read More]
Chapter Newsletters
June 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Spring and Summer 2024 Condo Buzz
Check out the latest edition of Condo Buzz for lots of interesting and helpful information for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Condo Living
June 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Lamb
Review All Condominium Documentation Prior To Purchasing
From the CCI Huronia Spring/Summer 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Legal
June 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jon Juffs, Leslie Zabiuk
Understanding Condo Unit Owner Boundaries For Renovations
From the CCI Huronia Spring/Summer 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Insurance
June 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Sandy Fantino, Ceri Morris
Understanding Condo Unit Owner Insurance: Why It’s Essential
From the CCI Huronia Spring/Summer 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Legal
June 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Tony Servello
It's All In The Details
From the CCI Huronia Spring/Summer 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
June 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Brunch & Learn - Another Complete Success
From the CCI Huronia Spring/Summer 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Governance
June 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Patricia Elia
CCI National Update
From the CCI Huronia Spring/Summer 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
June 21, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Hoarding
Join Sonja Hodis, Michele Farley (FCS Fire Consulting Services), Melanie Bergsma (HALO) and Eric Snider (Winmar Barrie) our panel of experts as we discuss strategies that condominium corporations and property managers can use to deal with hoarding situations in a condominium community. [Read More]
Insurance
May 24, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter
The Do’s and Don’ts of Filing an Insurance Claim
Join Sonja Hodis, Debbie Dale, Jennifer Beaver, Tony Esposito and Phyda Kim as we discuss what you should and should not do when you are faced with the situation of filing an insurance claim. The webinar will be focusing on three types of claims: property damage claims, general liability (ie. personal injury) claims and director and officer liability claims. [Read More]
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]
Chapter Newsletters
February 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Winter 2024 Condo Buzz
Check out the latest edition of Condo Buzz for lots of interesting and helpful information for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Environment - Climate Change
February 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Mina Tesseris
Conserve Energy and Save Money
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Environment - Climate Change
February 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Steve Hubbard
Charging Grants: Sources & Considerations for Condos
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Environment - Climate Change
February 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Derrick Finn
Incentives for Energy Retrofits
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Environment - Climate Change
February 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Thomas Noel
Why Get Energy Efficient Windows?
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
February 27, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Patricia Elia
CCI National Update
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2024 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Maintenance and Repairs
February 23, 2024 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Strategies to Prolong the Service Life of Your Common Elements
Join Sonja Hodis (moderator), Chris MacMillan, Jon Dickson, Jeremy Nixon and Jeff Livingstone as they discuss strategies to prolong the service life of your condo’s common elements. As we have seen in the media, some condominiums are finding themselves in a very difficult cashflow situation as their infrastructure ages and saved reserve funds are not adequate to pay for major repairs and replacement. [Read More]
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]
Legal
December 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Case Law Update 2023
Join condominium lawyers Sonja Hodis, Ashley Winberg, Natalia Polis and Katya Ukrainetz as they discuss important cases from the Court and CAT in 2023. [Read More]
Property Management
November 17, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Pro Tips and Tricks
Join our moderator Sonja Hodis as she extracts golden nuggets from our panel of CCI Huronia professional and business members who share their pro trips and tricks for condominiums. [Read More]
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]
Chapter Newsletters
October 5, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Fall 2023 Condo Buzz
Check out the latest edition of Condo Buzz for lots of interesting and helpful information for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Legal
October 5, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Lamb
Common Elements VS. Exclusive-Use Common Elements
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Property Management
October 5, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Debbie Dale, Kirsten Dale
Managing and Rule Enforcement
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Insurance
October 5, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Michele Farley
Fire Safety on Exclusive-Use Property
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Legal
October 5, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Sonja Hodis
Enforcing Breaches
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
September 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Safety and Security in Your Condominium
Join Sonja Hodis (Hodislaw) as she discusses personal and property security issues as well as fire safety in condos with Michele Farley (FCS Fire Consulting Services) and Benjamin Tabesh (Condor Security). Learn about how to identify your condo’s vulnerabilities and suggestions for best practices to make your condo community safer for all those that work and reside there. [Read More]
Condo Living
June 16, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
What a Nuisance! How to deal with noise and smoke/odour nuisances in your Condo
Noise, Odour, Smoke, Vapour, Light and Vibration - that is what the Condo Act and its Regulations define as a nuisance. What does your Declaration or Rules say? When is something a nuisance? Where is the balance in interests? What is the Condominium's role and duties? What are the important considerations when managing these claims effectively? [Read More]
Chapter Newsletters
May 19, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Spring 2023 Condo Buzz
Check out the latest edition of Condo Buzz for lots of interesting and helpful information for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Property Management
May 19, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jessica Laker
Differences Between Styles of Condominiums, Building VS. Townhouses
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Reserve Funds
May 19, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jon Juffs
Differences Between High-Rise and Town-House Reserve Fund Studies in Ontario
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Insurance
May 19, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Michele Farley
Who Is Responsible for Fire Safety in Condos? Townhouses VS. Apartments
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Insurance
May 19, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Townhouse Condominium VS. Apartment Condominium Insurance Coverage: The Same but Different
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
May 12, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Insurance in Condos - Where are we now, Where are we going?
Join our moderator Sonja Hodis (Hodis Law) along with Tom Gallinger (Atrens-Counsel) and Tricia Baratta (Gallagher), two leading condo insurance professionals, as they discuss the current insurance market, future trends and things to consider when your renewal comes up. Want to learn about Condo Insurance basics? [Read More]
Condo Living
March 24, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Short Term Rentals in Condos - Get Answers to your "Short" questions!
Join Sonja Hodis (Hodis Law) along with Patricia Elia (Elia Associates), Jeff Struewing & Jodie Kennedy (Shore to Slope), Josh Milgrom (Lash Condo Law), and Tom Gallinger (Atrens-Counsel Insurance Brokers), and Michele Farley (FCS Fire Consulting Services) as they discuss various issues. [Read More]
Condo Living
February 24, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Tenants in Condos
Join Sonja Hodis (Hodis Law) along with Patricia Elia (Elia Associates), Sheila Krivsky (Shore to Slope), Natalia Polis (Lash Condo Law), and Tricia Baratta (Gallagher Insurance) as they discuss various issues condo boards, owners and property managers must deal with when condos have units that are occupied by tenants as opposed to condos who only have owner occupied units. [Read More]
Chapter Newsletters
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz
Check out the latest edition of Condo Buzz for lots of interesting and helpful information for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Insurance
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Tom Marchese
Fire Safety - What to Expect in 2023
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Lamb
Things to Consider Going into the Real Estate Market in 2023
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Property Management
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jeff Struewing
CMRAO & CAT Updates
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Legal
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Mina Tesseris
Bill 23
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Environment - Climate Change
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Patricia Elia
Proposed Implementation of Ultra Low Overnight Energy Prices
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Insurance
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jon Juffs
Insurance Bureau of Canada Update
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Legal
February 15, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Winberg
Bill 23: Friend or Foe?
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2023 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
February 7, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Introduction to Condominiums in Ontario
Are you thinking of buying a condo? Do you live in a condo? Are you a condo director? Join your moderator, Sonja Hodis along with the rest of the CCI Huronia Board of Directors as we introduce you to various aspects of condominium living, ownership and governance. Topics covered include: types of condos, condo governance and finances, condo documents, owner's and board meetings, property management, and condo disputes. [Read More]
Condo Living
January 24, 2023 - Published by Huronia Chapter
What’s New for Condos in 2023 and a Discussion about the Bellaria Residences II Condo Tragedy and Self Care Tips
Our moderator, Sonja Hodis as well as our speakers Ashley Lamb, Evan Shkolnik, Tom Marchese, Jeff Struewing, Jon Juffs, Blair Spinney, Patricia Elia, Ashley Winberg, and Mina Tesseris discuss updates in relation to Bill 23, Fire Safety, Condo Real Estate Market, Leases or loans - why you need to know the difference for your financial statements, Insurance Bureau, Construction costs CMRAO and CAT, Electricity and CCI legislative committee submissions [Read More]
Legal
December 9, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Lessons from the Courts, Human Rights Tribunal and the Condominium Authority Tribunal - Condo Cases from 2022
Our condo lawyers Sonja Hodis (Hodislaw), Gareth Stackhouse (Common Ground Condo Law), Tony Servello (Ain Whitehead) and Ashley Winberg (Elia Associates) discuss the twists and turns of what happened in condo land during 2022 and how decision makers reacted to common situations condo boards and owners have found themselves in. [Read More]
Chapter Newsletters
November 25, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Fall 2022 Condo Buzz
Check out the latest edition of Condo Buzz for lots of interesting and helpful information for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Finances
November 25, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Michele Farley
Managers & Boards! If You Have Any 2022 Budget Left Over, This is How to Spend It!
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Legal
November 25, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Winberg
Is Bill 23 The Answer to Ontario’s Housing Crisis?
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Maintenance and Repairs
November 25, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jeff Struewing
Importance of Fall Maintenance & Preparedness
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
November 25, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Debbie Dale
Resilient Communities Rise Above the Rest
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Maintenance and Repairs
November 25, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Mina Tesseris
Integrating Resilience into Condo Building Repair Projects
From the CCI Huronia Fall 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Finances
November 18, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Can you be richer than you think?
Our moderator Sonja Hodis and our panel of experts which included Blair Spinney (Auditor), Ryan Griffiths (CWB Maximum Financial), Thomas Martin (Swtch Energy) and Ephram Spielman (Carma Corp) discussed money issues in condominiums and participants learned how to read your budget, properly prepare a budget for your condo, manage your ongoing utility expenses such as electricity and water with submetering, manage the costs of electric car charging installations. [Read More]
Governance
October 21, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Difficult People or Difficult Situation - Are they the same?
Condos are communities and as with any community where you have a multitude of people living close together there is bound to be situations and people that are difficult to manage. Our panel, along with our special guest, Dr. Daros from CAMH, will discuss how to best handle these dilemmas, whether you should deal with the difficult person, the difficult situation or both [Read More]
Reserve Funds
September 23, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Global Impacts on Your Reserve Fund
Join our panel of experts as they discuss how today's world events are impacting your condo's reserve fund and what things you should be thinking about when making reserve fund expenditures. Learn how to be proactive and plan ahead to stay afloat despite the rising inflation rates, potential global conflicts and ongoing issues with contracts and contractors. [Read More]
Chapter Newsletters
July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz
Check out the Summer 2022 edition of Condo Buzz!! Filled with lots of interesting and helpful information on condominium safety for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Condo Living
July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Lamb
Special Assessments When Buying & Selling Condos
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
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
Legal
July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Patricia Elia
Legal Impacts of Special Assessments
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Finances
July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ryan Griffiths, Robert Weinberg, Chris Jaglowitz
Borrowing
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Finances
July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Debbie Dale
Back to the Basics - Common Expense Fees
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Finances
July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jon Juff
Condominium Operations
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Finances
July 8, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Michelle Farley
Budgets - Fire Safety
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Condo Living
June 17, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Lunch and Learn Webinar - Pets in Condos
Pets in Condos is an issue that most if not all condos will have to deal with at some point. Whether it is banning pets altogether or regulating the type and size of pet you can have, our panel of experts will discuss the ins and outs of how to deal with pets in your condo and the things you need to consider when creating and enforcing provisions ... [Read More]
Insurance
May 13, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Lunch and Learn Webinar - The ABCDs of Insurance in Condos
Condos are required under section 99 of the Condo Act to obtain and maintain insurance for damage to the units and common elements caused by major perils or other perils specified in the Declaration or Bylaws, but are not required to obtain insurance for unit improvements. ... [Read More]
Finances
March 18, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Eliminating the Fear
Eliminating the fear of Special Assessments, Borrowing and Common Expense Fees [Read More]
Finances
February 25, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Show Me The Money!
Jerry Maguire must have lived in a condo! Condo owners, boards and property managers all know that the financial climate is changing and it is having a great impact on condos and how they operate. [Read More]
Chapter Newsletters
February 17, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Winter 2022 Condo Buzz
Check out the Winter 2022 edition of Condo Buzz!! Filled with lots of interesting and helpful information on condominium safety for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Reserve Funds
February 17, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jon Juffs
Funds, Studies, and Plans - Oh My!
From the CCI Huronia Winter 2022 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Governance
January 27, 2022 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): CCI Huronia Chapter
Intro to Condos Course 2022
If you are an owner and are thinking of becoming a director, this webinar will provide you with a solid foundation on the variety of issues directors are expected to encounter. If you live in a condo, this webinar may answer a lot of your questions about why living in a condo is so different... [Read More]
Legal
December 17, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Sonja Hodis, Patricia Elia, Gareth Stackhouse
Case Law Update
Join Sonja Hodis, Patricia Elia and Gareth Stackhouse as we discuss condo cases from 2021 and find out what the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) and the courts have been saying about condo issues. How are they dealing with costs, owners behaving badly, seasonal furniture, visitor parking and much more? This is a webinar you don’t want to miss! [Read More]
Condo Living
November 19, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Technology in Condos
Join Sonja Hodis, our moderator as she talks with Debbie Dale, Jeff Struewing, Jennifer Dickenson, Joanna Tomaszewski, Evan Shkolnik, Adam Arcuri, Daniela Contreras, Bolis Ibrahim, Thomas Martin about new and improved technology for condos. From apps to portals, LED conversions to electronic communication, easy minutes and file storage. ... [Read More]
Insurance
October 29, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
The Evolution of Condominium Insurance: From Routine to Obstacle Course
As something moves from a simple to a more complex form, it has evolved. The evolution of insurance for condominiums has proven to have fewer pros than cons and it has certainly become more complex to navigate than in the recent past.
Governance
October 29, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Innovative Tech Solutions for Hybrid Meetings
Virtual meetings safeguarded residents, guests, board members and managers as condo corporations navigated through social distancing rules due to the pandemic. In condominium communities, virtual meetings have become the ‘new normal.’
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
Maintenance and Repairs
October 29, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Fire Safety in Condos, Ever Evolving
We hear from clients every day who are frustrated that there always seems to be a new Fire Code requirement or standard that they have to comply with. How are they supposed to know them all? How are they supposed to keep up? WHY does the Fire Code keep changing?
Legal
October 29, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CAT’S Evolution - January 21, 2022 Sees a Further Expansion of Their Jurisdiction
The Condominium Authority Tribunal (commonly known as CAT) has gone through quite an evolution since its inception which occurred as a result of the 2017 changes to the Condominium Act (the “Act”).
Chapter Newsletters
October 29, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Fall 2021 Condo Buzz
Interesting and helpful information for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Common Issues
October 22, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Learning From Reality
What better way to learn than from the experience of others. Join us as we share 6 real life case studies of actual situations condo boards, property managers and owners have had to deal with. Learn what strategies worked and which ones you may want to avoid. [Read More]
Maintenance and Repairs
September 13, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Lessons Learned from Recent and Tragic Condo Collapse in Florida
Lessons Learned from Recent and Tragic Condo Collapse in Florida is discussed [Read More]
Common Issues
August 11, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Michele Farley
Tips for Sustainable Fire Safety & Fire Code Compliance
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2021 Newsletter
Condo Living
August 11, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Patricia Elia
Common Element Etiquette
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2021 Newsletter
Common Issues
August 11, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Winberg
Water Safety and your Condo
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2021 Newsletter
Common Issues
August 11, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Rolly Mechler
Top 5 Elevator Safety Tips
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2021 Newsletter
Common Issues
August 11, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Kirsten Dale
Dock & Shoreline Safety for Condos
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2021 Newsletter
Common Issues
August 11, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Debbie Dale
Ready? Set? Go... Where's your Go Bag?
From the CCI Huronia Summer 2021 Newsletter
Legal
May 14, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Condo Catch-Up
Our panel talked about: elevators rules vs. policies virtual meetings/electronic voting obstacles with respect to maintenance and repairs electric vehicles/charging stations funding vaccine policies and passports "Borrowing" from your Reserve fund - what happens at your audit Occupier’s Liability Act changes Service Line Warranty Program [Read More]
Condo Living
March 26, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Hot 10 Fire Prevention Tips for Condos
Fire damage, like water damage, is one of the most common insurance claims in condos. While it is hard to prevent water claims, fire related claims are more preventable. Join our panel of experts as they discussed the "Hot" Ten Fire Prevention tips you can implement at your condo to help protect residents, property and reduce insurance claims. [Read More]
COVID-19
March 25, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Dr. Mabel Hsin
Mental Health During Covid-19
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2021 Condo Buzz Newsletter
COVID-19
March 25, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Sonja Hodis
the Positive Side of Covid-19
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2021 Condo Buzz Newsletter
COVID-19
March 25, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Jeff Struewing
Covid-19 Impact on Condominiums
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2021 Condo Buzz Newsletter
COVID-19
March 25, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Joanna Tomaszewski
How Covid-19 Impacted Communicating in Condos
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2021 Condo Buzz Newsletter
COVID-19
March 25, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Patricia Elia
Condos, Covid, and Compliance
From the CCI Huronia Spring 2021 Condo Buzz Newsletter
Chapter Newsletters
March 24, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Spring 2021 Condo Buzz
Check out the Spring 2021 edition of Condo Buzz!! Filled with lots of interesting and helpful information on condominium safety for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
Legal
February 19, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Hindsight into 2020
Hindsight is 2020 - especially last year. The courts and tribunals did not slow down in 2020, despite having to adapt to a pandemic, and neither did condo disputes. Join our panel of condo lawyers as they reviewed and discussed important cases from 2020 and share the important lessons the courts and tribunals have delivered. [Read More]
Legal
January 27, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Intro to Condos Course
This course provides not only Directors but also Owners, Residents and Potential Purchasers with more in-depth knowledge and understanding of condominiums. [Read More]
COVID-19
January 12, 2021 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Condos and COVID Update Webinar
Update on Government Announcements re COVID ; COVID measures and Impact on Condos ; How to Control Access to Common Elements ; Managing Information ; Air Quality in Condos - Regulatory vs. Practical ; Benefits of Virtual Meetings that Extend beyond COVID ; Fire Code/Safety ; Condo Market Update ; Roofing Project Success Despite COVID [Read More]
Chapter Newsletters
December 8, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
First Edition of Condo Buzz!!
Check out the First Edition of Condo Buzz!! Filled with lots of interesting and helpful information on condominium safety for condo owners, Board members, property managers and professionals in the condo community.
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]
COVID-19
September 18, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
The New Normal - What Does Condo Land Look Like Now?
Join Sonja Hodis and a great line up of guests from chapters across Ontario as we discuss what Condo Land looks like after 6 months of living through the COVID pandemic. CCI Huronia would like to thank our webinar sponsors: Elia Associates, FCS Fire Consulting, Cion Coulter, Percel Property Management, Bayshore Property Management, and Integrity Property Management [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]
COVID-19
June 9, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #11 COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Join CCI Huronia Board members, Dr. Hsin and our guest from CCI Toronto as we discuss issues that affect condos during the COVID crisis and reopening phases. [Read More]
COVID-19
May 26, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #10 COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Join CCI Huronia and our guests from CCI Toronto and CCI Northwestern Ontario as we discuss issues condos are facing during the COVID crisis and as we begin to open amenities. [Read More]
COVID-19
May 19, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #9 COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Join CCI once again this week while we talk to industry experts about issues concerning condos during COVID. Topics include insurance, the real estate market and how to do deal with showings, fire safety testing, building inspections, terms to put in tendering documents, new ideas on how to communicate with owners and dealing with loneliness. In addition, a special message from the Mayor of Barrie. [Read More]
COVID-19
May 12, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #8 COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Join CCI Huronia Board of Directors and our guests as we discuss issues that condos are dealing with during the COVID crisis and as we plan for reopening. Members of the CCI Windsor chapter join us this week. [Read More]
COVID-19
May 5, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #7 - COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Topics for this webinar include: Virtual Owner Meetings and Electronic Voting - A Manager's Perspective Virtual Owner Meetings and Electronic Voting - A Lawyer's Perspective Virtual Board Meetings - Tips and Tricks Lines of Credit - A Financing Option Liens During COVID - Why you need a Policy? Dealing with Acute Stress in Light of Lifestyle Changes Funding for Small Business During Pandemic Maintaining Communities: Some New Ideas
COVID-19
April 28, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #6 - COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Topics covered 1. Real Estate Viewings in Units - How can Property Management and Real Estate Agents Work Together 2. Vacant Land Condos - What should you be thinking about? 3. Project Planning - Looking Forward to the Future 4. What to do if you have an ongoing or upcoming project 5. Building Resilience During the Pandemic 6. Virtual Meetings and Electronic Voting in light of new Ontario Order
COVID-19
April 21, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #5 - COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Webinar #5 topics include Greetings from National Better Ways to Communicate Important Messages The Role of Management Company, Manager and Director during COVID 19 COVID 19 - A Condominium Front Line Perspective Landscaping and What is Strictly Necessary - 3 Experiences from 3 Different Municipalities Deemed Essential Letter - A Way to Document Your Decision on What is Essential Pillars of Life - Ways to Deal With Staying in Unit
Chapter Newsletters
April 14, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia Spring 2020 Newsletter
Newsletter of the CCI Huronia Chapter
COVID-19
April 14, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #4 - COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Topics discussed during Webinar #5 include: New essential services list and what it means; Landscaping; What should townhouse style condos do; Fire safety plans; Activities condos are doing to stay connected; Creative ways to deal with common expense fees; Knowing who you should deal with if owner is incapacitated or has died; Emergency unit repairs; and, COVID and your drains
COVID-19
April 7, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
Webinar #3 - COVID 19 A Discussion with Condo Experts on How to Handle This Crisis in Your Condo
Topics discussed this week include: Seasonal Residents and the new Barrie COVID-19 Emergency Measures Bylaw Enforcing Quarantine and Resources in the Community Domestic Travel Restrictions and Rights Cleaning, Disinfecting and Beyond Delayed Construction Payments due to COVID and the New Prompt Payment Legislation Ventilation Systems Fire Code Updates Special guest speakers include the Mayor of Barrie, VP of the local health unit and members of CCI Eastern Ontario Chapter
COVID-19
March 31, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Sonja Hodis, Patricia Elia, Ashley Winberg, Michele Farley, Mina Tesseris, Debbie Dale, Jeff Struewing, Evan Shkolnik, Ryan Griffiths, Ashley Lamb
COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
Join our panel of experts in our second webinar in the series as they talk about CCI’s efforts to obtain necessary legislative changes for condos, Borrowing, Communication Strategies, Fire Code and Tarion updates, Reserve Funds, Force Majeure , Requests for Accommodation under Human Rights Code, Protocols for Moving/Deliveries, Showings, Visitors, & Access to essential common amenities, and a condo's ability to enforcing self isolation and quarantine rules
COVID-19
March 24, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Sonja Hodis, Patricia Elia, Ashley Winberg, Michele Farley, Mina Tesseris, Debbie Dale, Jeff Struewing, Evan Shkolnik
COVID-19- A Discussion with Condo Industry Experts on How to Handle this Crisis
COVID 19 has presented challenging and unprecedented times for condos. Directors and managers are dealing with many new issues that raise a ton of questions. Join a panel of lawyers, property managers, engineers and a fire safety expert to get answers to those questions. This is one of many webinars hosted by CCI Huronia on COVID 19 and Condos.
COVID-19
March 16, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Winberg & Patricia Elia
COVID-19 Bulletin No. 2: Immediate Actions To Be Taken By All Condominium Corporations
Restrictions imposed by the Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments in response to the COVID-19 pandemic have required that Canadians immediately change our way of life; however, few condominium corporations have taken action in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19
March 12, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter - Author(s): Ashley Winberg
COVID-19 Bulletin No. 1: Preventative Measures and the Protection of Vulnerable Populations within Condominium Communities
On Wednesday, the World Health Organization declared to the eruption of COVID-19 as a pandemic, which can have serious health consequences and be fatal for the elderly and individuals with underlying medical conditions.
Chapter Newsletters
February 20, 2020 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia - Newsletter Winter 2020
Newsletter of the CCI Huronia Chapter
Chapter Newsletters
August 7, 2019 - Published by Huronia Chapter
CCI Huronia - Newsletter Summer 2019
Newsletter of the CCI Huronia Chapter
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