Your Online Dispute Resolution Resource

The article discusses the newly established Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO) and its online tribunal, the Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT), which aims to resolve specific condominium disputes through a convenient and affordable online dispute resolution (ODR) platform. The CAT's jurisdiction currently focuses on records disputes under Section 55 of the Condominium Act, 1998, but is expected to expand to other common forms of condominium disputes. The article outlines the three stages of the CAT process: negotiation, mediation, and tribunal decision, along with the fees and procedures involved at each stage. It also highlights the flexibility and accessibility of the CAT-ODR system.