Condo Boards
What Is A Condo Board?
Condo boards are made up of an owner-elected or appointed group of directors responsible for overseeing the affairs of the corporation. Directors must act in the best interests of the corporation and are legally bound to do so in good faith.
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How To Become A Condo Board Member.
Can I be a Board member?
To be eligible under the Condominium Act, you must be an individual at least 18 years old who is not bankrupt and has never been legally declared incapable of managing property under the Substitute Decisions Act or the Mental Health Act. You also must not have been found incapable by any court in Canada or elsewhere, and you must comply with all required disclosure obligations. If you meet these criteria, you are welcome to stand for election.
What will my responsibility be as a condo member?
As a director, you will help manage the corporation’s affairs, property, and assets, ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly and that the long-term health of the building is protected. You will also work to guarantee that both you and the wider condo community adhere to the Condominium Act and the corporation’s governing documents, upholding legal requirements and best practices in governance.
How can I be elected on my condo board?
First, confirm the date and time of the next Annual Meeting of Owners (AGM) and make sure the condominium manager has your current contact information. When the meeting package is distributed, it will include detailed instructions on the nomination process, deadlines, and any forms you need to complete in order to formally submit your candidacy for election.
I am a newly elected Board member. What do I need to better prepare for my new role?
After the election, the Harkoda manager will provide all newly elected directors with a “New Director’s Binder.” This comprehensive package contains the key governing documents, financial overviews, meeting protocols, and other resources you’ll need to get up to speed quickly and ensure a smooth transition into your duties.
CAO's Director Training
Under the Condominium Act, all directors must complete the Condominium Authority of Ontario’s (CAO) mandatory online training within six months of their election or appointment—unless they have already taken it within the last seven years. This free training consists of 26 self-paced e-modules (approximately seven hours total) and includes interactive knowledge checks. You can work through the modules at your own pace, and they’re designed to give you a solid grounding in your new responsibilities.
What standard of care do condo Boards need to meet under the Condominium Act?
To be eligible under the Condominium Act, you must be an individual at least 18 years old who is not bankrupt and has never been legally declared incapable of managing property under the Substitute Decisions Act or the Mental Health Act. You also must not have been found incapable by any court in Canada or elsewhere, and you must comply with all required disclosure obligations. If you meet these criteria, you are welcome to stand for election.
What are the key financial responsibilities of the Board?
As a director, you will help manage the corporation’s affairs, property, and assets, ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly and that the long-term health of the building is protected. You will also work to guarantee that both you and the wider condo community adhere to the Condominium Act and the corporation’s governing documents, upholding legal requirements and best practices in governance.
How should Boards oversee condo management?
Boards should oversee condo management by setting clear expectations, reviewing financial and operational updates, making informed decisions, and ensuring that management is acting in the best interest of the condominium corporation.
At Harkoda Condominium Services, we support Boards by providing clear communication, reliable reporting, practical recommendations, and accountable follow-up so Directors can make confident decisions for their community.
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