CCI-Toronto - CV+ Audiocasts
CCI-Toronto - CV+ Audiocasts
CCI-Toronto and Area Chapter
CONDO VOICE (CV) is the award winning, quarterly publication of the Toronto & Area Chapter of the Canadian Condominium Institute (CCI). CV+ presents audio articles that complement each issue, providing readers with an opportunity to hear CONDO VOICE. Enjoy our free podcasts and visit www.CondoVoiceMagazine.ca for free access to the CONDO VOICE archive dating back to 2002. Thank you for supporting our non-profit organization. Podcast presenters, the Canadian Condominium Institute and its representatives will not be held liable in any respect whatsoever for any statement or advice presented herein. These audio presentations should not be relied upon as a professional opinion or as an authoritative or comprehensive answer in any case. Professional advice should be obtained after discussing all particulars applicable in the specific circumstances in order to obtain an opinion or report capable of absolving condominium directors from liability [under s. 37 (3) (b) of the Condominium Act, 1998]. Presenters' views expressed are not necessarily those of the Canadian Condominium Institute.
Why Are My Fees Going Up?
In this ever-changing, uncertain world, it's impossible to be sure of anything – except death and condo fees. And of course – condo fee increases. But why do my fees keep increasing, sometimes substantially in just one year? Listen in to authors Lyndsey McNally and Stefan Nespoli discuss the many factors that can affect condo fees and why understanding your fee is a crucial part of condominium ownership.
Mar 25, 2020
21 min
Managing Conflict at Every Stage
Managing conflict at every stage- take a deep breath and remember "serenity now". In life, a certain amount of conflict is natural and expected. We all have bad days, bad moods, and bad experiences which create an air of conflict.
Jan 10, 2020
10 min
Changes to the Collection Process Post Ching v. CCC 203
Changes to the collection process. How a recently released decision (Ching v. CCC 203) directly impacts the condo lien procedure and costs.
Jan 10, 2020
3 min
The Golden Boys and Girls
The golden girls and boys. Ageism in condos. Looking at challenges and best practices for condominiums with aging residents. Condominium boards and management should be aware, and be in a position to deal with the inherent challenges with aging occupants.
Jan 10, 2020
4 min
A Holiday Do's (and Don'ts) List
A Holiday Do's (and don'ts) list. As we reach into our storage lockers to dust off holiday decorations, what better time to remind boards and residents of their holiday do's (and don'ts). A host of issues typically only present themselves during the holiday season, We will dive into the four most common questions condo corporations grapple with during this festive time of year.
Jan 10, 2020
8 min
Unintended Consequences of Too Much Communication
Listen to Murray explain about how owners are getting accustomed to the PIC's, ICU's, NOIC's, Budget Packages, AGM Notices, Etc., and are quickly becoming desensitized.
Oct 15, 2019
8 min
Amended Condo Act: Two Years Later
Like it or Not, Here are Some helpful Tips for Condo Corporations to live by.
Oct 15, 2019
5 min
How to Fix The Lock Box Fiasco
Listen to an article written by Beverley and Ryan on how to fix the lock box fiasco in condominiums. It provides suggestions to help property managers to cure a problem of epidemic proportions.
Oct 15, 2019
6 min
How to Request but Not Harass
In this article, How To Request, But Not Harass, author, Fatima Vieira explains that the 'customer is always right' principle is not entirely correct in the context of a condominium community whose members include the service personnel and management.
Jul 18, 2019
6 min
New Pool Regulations Affecting Condos
In this article, condo director and author, Ernie Nyitrai explains how the new pool regulations designed for the safety of users had a number of unintended consequences for their condo community.
Jul 18, 2019
5 min
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