New condo owner protection rules take effect: specific Condominium Act amendments now have a force date

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A set of provisions from the Protecting Condominium Owners Act, 2015 that amend the Condominium Act, 1998 have been officially proclaimed into force by Order in Council. Proclamation means these sections, which were passed by the legislature years ago but held in reserve, now have a legally binding effective date and will apply to condominium communities. The affected sections cover a range of condominium governance and ownership matters under the Condominium Act, 1998. Condominium corporations, their boards, managers, and unit owners should review the specific provisions to understand any new obligations or rights that will apply to them. Those who operate or live in condominiums governed by the Condominium Act, 1998 should ensure their practices, bylaws, and policies are updated to reflect these changes before the effective date.

Who this affects: condominium corporations · condominium board members · condominium unit owners · condominium property managers · real estate and condo lawyers