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Importance of Disclosure Statements

By Duane Rohne | Other articles by Duane Rohne

When buying or selling a condominium, disclosure statements play a crucial role in providing the buyer with relevant information about the property and the condominium corporation. Two sources of information for prospective buyers and sellers are from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and the Canadian Condominium Institute. Proper disclosure can also insulate both the seller and buyer from costly errors if disclosure is questioned.

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The Advantages Of Condominium Living

By A.I. | Other articles by A.I.

Condominium living has become increasingly popular in recent years, as more and more people are drawn to its many advantages. From the convenience of a smaller space to the affordability of shared amenities, there’s no denying that condominiums offer an attractive option for those looking for an urban living experience. In this article, we’ll explore the main advantages of condominium living and why it might be the perfect option for you. We’ll look at everything from the financial benefits to the lifestyle perks and more. So if you’re considering making a move to a condo, read on to learn all about the advantages that come with it.

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Why Should A Condo Corporation Join CCI?

By Duane Rohne | Other articles by Duane Rohne

We get asked this a lot. Quite often the question is posed to us as “If our Property Manager is already a CCI member, why should we have to join?"

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BFL Insurance Market Insights 2023

By Seth Henoch | Other articles by Seth Henoch

In this Market Insights bulletin, we consider a hot topic affecting all Canadians — inflation. We will look at how inflation relates to the increase in insurable values and how it can also influence the performance of the insurance industry.

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Improve the Energy Efficiency Of Your Condominium

By Denise Turanli | Other articles by Denise Turanli

Energy efficiency upgrades in condominiums not only increase the comfort level for condo owners, but also help them save money and the environment.

Efficiency Manitoba is a Crown corporation that helps Manitobans save energy, money, and the environment by offering programs and incentives for energy efficiency upgrades. They offer a number of programs to property managers, owners, and condo boards that can help reduce energy bills in condominiums. These include their In-Suite Energy Efficiency Program and their In-Suite Appliance Program.

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Preventing Title And Mortgage Fraud

By Ellad Gersh | Other articles by Ellad Gersh

As real estate values have skyrocketed in the past five years, especially in Canada’s major cities, so too have cases of mortgage fraud. In fact, mortgage fraud has recently gained national media exposure from a series of news reports by the CBC. Picture this scenario: you have just returned to your Toronto condo after a lengthy sabbatical only to discover that your key doesn’t fit in your front door. You are then met by complete strangers, who believe themselves to be the rightful owner of your condo and have the legal documentation to prove it.

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Fidelity Insurance For Condo Corporations

By Duane Rohne, Seth Henoch | Other articles by Duane Rohne, Seth Henoch

If you are a Condominium Corporation (CC) Board member or CC unit owner you may find yourself asking: What is Fidelity Insurance and why should my Condominium Corporation consider Fidelity Insurance?

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?"

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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.

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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=