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Pet Prohibitions in Bylaws and Rules: Are They Permitted?

*Comments on Chown v FCC 19 Are Pet Prohibitions in Condominium Bylaws and Rules Permitted? The short answer: yes, under certain circumstances. If there is a reasonable justification for a complete prohibition, it can be upheld as valid. In the recent case of FCC 19 v Chown, our firm successfully argued that a pet prohibition […]

CAT Determines Conditions for Service Animal

In the case of MTCC 993 v. Daniel Zhan, the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) addressed a dispute over service animal accommodations in a pet-prohibited condominium. Despite the condominium corporation’s governing documents prohibiting pets, the Tribunal ruled that the owner, Mr. Zhan, was entitled to keep his dog as an emotional support animal. However, the Tribunal […]

Condominium Corporations’ Duty to Be Honest with Owners

In the case of Gonzales v. York Condominium Corporation No. 242, the court reaffirmed the critical duty of condominium corporations to be truthful and transparent with owners. The dispute arose when the owners of a unit challenged special assessments levied by the condominium corporation and alleged that they had not been properly informed—at the time […]

Anticipating the Needs of Aging Condo Communities

Renovating for Accessibility: Easy Ways to Prioritize Inclusion in New Builds As Canada’s population ages, the demand for accessible housing is growing. A national study from the Rick Hansen Foundation (RHF) found that 87% of Canadians believe accessible housing should be available to everyone, yet many condos are not designed with aging residents in mind. […]

Laketree Gravenhurst Apartment Community Available Soon

Exciting News for Gravenhurst, Ontario! Introducing Laketree Gravenhurst at 410 First St N Discover the essence of Authentic Canadian Living in the Gateway to Muskoka! Nestled in a captivating location, Laketree Gravenhurst offers 29 spacious apartments designed with comfort and style, showcasing the Muskoka Way in local materials. Key Features: 29 Units in the heart […]

Readers Choice – Favourite Property Management Services

The MCRS Property Management team would like to thank the community for its support once again as Favourite Property Management Services provider for our area. We are honoured to have the respect and appreciation of our many managed communities and look forward to working with the incredible clients we service for years to come. Thank […]