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Mishibinijima v. Sapsford, Simcoe Condominium Corporation No. 60
Corporation:
Date:
2025-03-03
Summary:
This case involves a dispute between a condominium owner and a condominium corporation over access to records. The owner requested various records from the corporation, some of which were denied, leading to the dispute.
Under:
Records
Verdict:
The CAT ordered the condominium corporation to provide the owner with access to the requested records. This case highlights the importance of condominium corporations' obligation to provide owners with access to records, and the potential legal consequences for failure to do so.
Takeaways:
- Condominium corporations are obligated to provide owners with access to records.
- Certain records, however, may be exempt from disclosure if they meet specific criteria.
- Failure to comply with an owner's legitimate request for access to records can result in disputes and legal proceedings.
Recommendations:
- Condominium corporations should be aware of their legal obligations regarding access to records and should comply with owners' requests for access in a timely manner.
- Corporations should also understand which records may be exempt from disclosure and ensure they have a valid reason for denying access to any requested records.
- To avoid disputes and potential legal proceedings, corporations should consider seeking legal counsel if they are unsure about their obligations or the appropriateness of a request for records.