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York Condominium Corporation No. 441 v. Tel-E Connect Systems Ltd., Green Planet Bio-Fuels Inc.

Corporation:

YCC441

Date:

2025-06-11

Summary:

The condo owner requested access to various financial records from the condo corporation. The corporation failed to provide the requested records, leading to a dispute which was brought before the CAT.

Under:

Records

Verdict:

The CAT ordered the condominium corporation to provide the requested records to the applicant and pay a penalty for non-compliance. This decision underscores the importance of transparency and compliance with record-keeping obligations under the Condominium Act.

Takeaways:

- The Condominium Act of 1998 requires condominium corporations to maintain certain records and make them available for examination by owners upon request.
- The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) has jurisdiction to settle disputes related to record keeping and access to records.
- Failure to comply with a CAT order can result in penalties for the condominium corporation.

Recommendations: 

- Condo boards and managers should ensure they are well-versed in the record-keeping obligations under the Condominium Act.
- It is important to respond promptly and transparently to owners' requests for access to records.
- Condo corporations should seek legal advice if unsure about their obligations or how to handle a dispute over access to records.

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