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Welcome to the home of our real estate blogging lawyers. Here you will find information and insights on legal trends with a focus on condominiums  that we hope will bring clarity to your complex business and personal challenges.

Our lawyers work with condominium corporations, boards, and management companies in all aspects of condominium management and operation. We educate board members so that they are familiar with their ongoing responsibilities and assist boards with procedural and governance issues. We help corporations effect bylaw reviews and seek remedies against defaulting developers in the case of newly constructed projects.

Information on this website does not establish any form of lawyer-client relationship with Field LLP or with any of its lawyers. The information on this website is public information and is not individualized legal advice. Readers should not rely on or take any action based upon this information; professional advice should be obtained.

Extending the Limitation Period: When Does an Action Warrant Proceeding?

Real estate developments can be an exciting business opportunity and new homes are much sought-after by purchasers, but when things go wrong with the build, issues can drag on for years. Maintaining an accurate record of who is responsible for what is key to resolving potential disputes, as one condo board found in the recent […] Read More
July 11, 2023
Real Estate

The Cost of Keeping Separate Suites

Real estate purchases never seem to get less costly. It’s tempting to cut corners on a deal in an attempt to reduce other costs like realtor commissions and legal fees, but as one local condo owner recently learned, cutting those corners may be more costly in the end. Experienced and diligent real estate professionals can […] Read More
June 2, 2023
Real Estate

The Hidden Costs of De-Condominiumizing

In a previous blog post, we discussed how a property’s condominium status can be terminated. We expect “de-condominiumizing” or terminating/dissolving condominium corporations to become a more common and attractive option for owners as buildings age and maintenance/repair costs increase. Real estate investors might also consider de-condominiumizing investment properties and conversion to rental apartment buildings. However, […] Read More
May 31, 2023
Business

Addressing Complaints and Mental Health Issues in Condominiums: Strategies for Board Members

According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health issue or illness during their lifetime.  Roughly 2 million Canadians now live in condominiums, so most of these communities will inevitably face a situation involving a resident who is experiencing such issues. Condominium boards must therefore be prepared to […] Read More
January 6, 2023
Real Estate

Aging Condominiums: Repair or Terminate?

Condominium properties have existed in Canada for more than 50 years. In fact, the first condominium property registered anywhere in Canada was in Edmonton, Alberta, in 1967. This is a townhouse-style property known as “Brentwood Village”, that still exists today. Despite this, condominiums remain a relatively new form of land ownership from a legislative standpoint. […] Read More
December 20, 2022
Condominium

What Happens if a Condominium Does not Enforce its Bylaws?

Short Answer: The Bylaws may become unenforceable. Condominiums have a duty under the Condominium Property Act, RSA 2000 c C-22 to enforce their Bylaws and ensure compliance by all unit owners and occupants. But they must also ensure that such enforcement is done on a consistent basis and in a timely fashion, which means taking […] Read More
May 17, 2022
Business