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Fake News Is Real
By Alan Forbes | Other articles by Alan Forbes
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been repeatedly in the news lately. Speaking of which, what did you think of the prior article, The Advantages of Condominium Living?
CCI Presidents Forum
By Maureen Hancharyk | Other articles by Maureen Hancharyk
The presidents' forum historically had been scheduled twice every year. After a very long absence due to the pandemic, we were able to schedule this in-person event on April 11, 2023.
Enhancing Communication In Condominium Communities
By Ryan Grossman | Other articles by Ryan Grossman
A TECHNOLOGICAL APPROACH FOR BOARD MEMBERS AND PROPERTY MANAGERS
In a condominium community, effective communication is crucial for fostering a positive living environment and maintaining efficient operations. As board members and property managers, you have a greater responsibility to ensure that communication between all parties, including residents, remains open, transparent, and efficient.With advances in technology, new tools have emerged that can help enhance communication between board members, property managers, and residents. This article highlights the importance of communication within condominium communities and explores ways technology can be leveraged to streamline this essential process.
CCI Membership Value Proposition
By CCI MB Membership Committee | Other articles by CCI MB Membership Committee
While it is easy to quantify the cost of a CCI membership (just go to our website https://cci-manitoba.ca/membership-sponsorship/categories-fees), it is more difficult to quantify its value.
Should We Go All Digital?
By CCI MB Board | Other articles by CCI MB Board
For years, we’ve provided the Condominium News and Views in both electronic and paper formats. This is the first time CCI Manitoba’s Condominium News and Views has been published in electronic-only format with no paper copies delivered to our members. If you’re wondering why we did this or if future editions will also be electronic-only format, you are not alone, as we are wondering about the future too.
Consumer Protection for Buyers of New Condominiums
By Eric Hrycyk | Other articles by Eric Hrycyk
A headline in an Ontario publication caught my eye and I wondered if this could happen in Manitoba:
"I am closing on my new home in December, and my builder has notified me of a significant price increase to complete the project. I must confirm my interest and sign the new agreement in 5 days, or my original agreement is automatically terminated, is this allowed?"
Save Money And Energy With Lighting Upgrades
By Denise Turnali | Other articles by Denise Turnali
Looking to cut down energy waste in your condominium building? Outdated lighting can lead to unnecessary energy use. By upgrading the lighting, you can save both energy and money.
Advocacy Update - Regulating Short Term Rentals - Winter 2023
By Alan Forbes | Other articles by Alan Forbes
Regulations for short term rentals (STRs) were on the agenda for Winnipeg's Executive Policy Committee (EPC) during their December 7th meeting. The minutes, recording and written submissions are available on the City Clerk's Office Decision Making Information System (DMIS) https://clkapps.winnipeg.ca/DMIS/ViewDoc.asp?DocId=22794&SectionId=&InitUrl=
Tragedy at Ontario Condominium
By CCI MB Board | Other articles by CCI MB Board
By now most of you will have heard or seen media reports of the shooting of condo directors and unit owners in December at an Ontario condominium. CCI National posted condolences on its LinedIn feed https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7010693343491874816/
Building Community - Winter 2023: Condos and Composting
By Duane Rohne | Other articles by Duane Rohne
Continuing with recent articles about condominium living with the goal of building community and environmentally sensitive living, we have written about electric cars and native plants. This article offers thoughts about organic food waste and composting.
National Leaders' Forum - Is It Worth It?
By John Popowich | Other articles by John Popowich
The Canadian Condominium Institute held its National Leaders Forum this past November in Kingston, Ontario. Although I’ve attended previous forums virtually, this is the first one I attended in person. Was it worth it? Short answer - Yes!
The Value of Networking
By Maureen Hancharyk | Other articles by Maureen Hancharyk
So much has been lost due to the pandemic and certainly CCI along with our members have felt the loss. I think the biggest loss was networking. We as condominium owners and Board members didn’t have the opportunity to meet at Lunch and Learns and President’s Forums to connect and talk about issues, share information and find solutions. Now that the world is trying to return to some kind of normal, it is difficult to recreate the past.
Benefits of CCI Membership - Money Saving Tips
By Duane Rohne | Other articles by Duane Rohne
In the Fall 2021 newsletter editions (Field Notes from a Condo Corpo Treasurer https://cci-manitoba.ca/cci-manitoba-magazine/article/18, page 12) Alan Forbes wrote about a Manitoba Hydro Rebate Program for eligible customers. It was discussed again in the Condo Conversation Corner feature of the Winter 2022 edition and included details on eligibility (Check your Manitoba Hydro Bill, page 20 https://cci-manitoba.ca/cci-manitoba-magazine/article/1). If you pay your own Hydro bill you are likely eligible for a reduction of taxes applied to your hydro account and rebate of taxes paid at the higher rate. Who doesn’t love rebates and lower taxes?
Insurance and Risk Mitigation - Fall 2022
By Alan Forbes | Other articles by Alan Forbes
Condo Corporations have experienced rising insurance premiums over the past couple of years.As winter approaches and settles in, most condo owners that can’t escape south will likely start complaining about the weather and slippery conditions on roads, sidewalks and parking lots. Read on if you want to reduce potential slip and fall claims which could impact insurance premiums.
Jane Lecours Volunteer Award
By Aesia Desrosiers | Other articles by Aesia Desrosiers
Volunteers throughout society are important and need to be recognized. CCI in particular would not exist without the many professionals and condo owners volunteering their time for the betterment of the condo industry. More importantly, the condo industry would not exist without the dedicated volunteers serving on their condo corporation boards. Bravo to all of you.
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