#WeSpeakCondo

www.citysitesmanagement.com

#WeSpeakCondo is a podcast powered by City Sites Property Management Inc., created to educate, inform, and support condominium communities through honest conversations about condo management, communication, maintenance, finance, governance, and the everyday challenges that boards, residents, and property managers face. Our slogan is simple: Hospitality Inspired Condominium Management. At City Sites, we believe the foundation of effective condominium management comes down to three key pillars: outstanding communication between management, residents, and the Board; strong financial control over the corporation’s expenses; and diligent maintenance of mechanical, structural, and life safety equipment. Through #WeSpeakCondo, we bring expert insights, practical advice, and real conversations to help condo communities run more smoothly, safely, and successfully. Subscribe for conversations that help boards, residents, and managers better understand condominium living and management. 🔔

Episodes

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    How Condo Boards Can Avoid Costly Contract Mistakes

    In this episode of #WeSpeakCondo, Nicholas speaks with Antoni Casalinovo from Deo Condominium Law about contracts in condominium corporations. They discuss service agreements, construction contracts, CCDC contracts, one-off work orders, unionized security and cleaning contracts, auto-renewal clauses, termination rights, change orders, liens, bonding, payment schedules, and the role of lawyers, engineers, and consultants in protecting the condo corporation. Anthony also explains why condo boards should be careful with informal approvals, unclear scopes of work, purchase orders, long-term service agreements, and financing arrangements that may require a borrowing bylaw. A valuable episode for condo board members, property managers, condominium owners, contractors, consultants, and anyone involved in Ontario condo operations.

    1hr 1min

  2. 1 MAY

    What Condo Boards Need To Know About Fire Code Compliance in 2026

    #WeSpeakCondo is back after eight years. In this relaunch episode, Nicholas speaks with Sam Soltani, Founder and President of The Trace Group, about the Ontario Fire Code changes condo managers and boards need to understand going into 2026. They discuss carbon monoxide detection, fire alarm inspections, smoke control testing, fire safety plans, fire watch obligations, record keeping, fire panel repair versus replacement, and the growing responsibility condo corporations have when it comes to life safety compliance. Sam also shares practical advice on how condo boards can use engineers, audits, and proactive maintenance planning to avoid costly surprises and better protect their buildings. A must-listen for condo managers, board members, property managers, engineers, and anyone involved in Ontario condominium operations. In this episode, we cover: New Ontario Fire Code changes affecting condos Carbon monoxide detection requirements in hallways Fire alarm inspection and record-keeping standards CAN/ULC S536, S537, and S1001 requirements Smoke control testing and fire safety plan updates Fire watch responsibilities and risks Fire alarm panel repair vs. replacement Condo board and management liability Why engineering assessments matter before major projects How proactive HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire maintenance can save condo corporations money Guest: Sam Soltani Company: The Trace Group Websites: traceconsultinggroup.com Contact: ⁠info@traceconsultinggroup.com⁠ Subscribe to #WeSpeakCondo for practical conversations about condo management, governance, compliance, maintenance, and the issues that matter most to condominium communities.

    58 min
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#WeSpeakCondo is a podcast powered by City Sites Property Management Inc., created to educate, inform, and support condominium communities through honest conversations about condo management, communication, maintenance, finance, governance, and the everyday challenges that boards, residents, and property managers face. Our slogan is simple: Hospitality Inspired Condominium Management. At City Sites, we believe the foundation of effective condominium management comes down to three key pillars: outstanding communication between management, residents, and the Board; strong financial control over the corporation’s expenses; and diligent maintenance of mechanical, structural, and life safety equipment. Through #WeSpeakCondo, we bring expert insights, practical advice, and real conversations to help condo communities run more smoothly, safely, and successfully. Subscribe for conversations that help boards, residents, and managers better understand condominium living and management. 🔔

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