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06/07/2024

Verification of fire alarm and detection systems

7 August 2024 - The Building Chapter of the Safety Code (CBCS) requires the periodic verification and maintenance of fire alarm and detection systems. Like building owners, syndicates of co-owners must periodically inspect and maintain their fire alarm and detection systems to comply with CAN/ULC-S536 standards....

Gestion

02/07/2024

Condolegal and the RGCQ celebrate their 25th anniversary

CONDOLEGAL.COM AND THE RGCQ JOIN UP TO MARK 25 YEARS OF COMMITMENT IN THE FIELD OF CO-OWNERSHIP 1999 is an important year for co-ownership in Quebec. It marks the birth of two organizations dedicated to making known the rules specific to this way of life, to supporting those who benefit from them and to making them evolve for the common benefit. Condolegal is one of these organizations....

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23/06/2024

Declaration of co-ownership and contractual liability

Declarations of co-ownership generally include a clause that holds each co-owner responsible (towards the other co-owners and the syndicate) for damages caused by their fault or negligence and by the fact of a property for which they are legally responsible. In the case Syndicat de la copropriété 650 Marcel-Laurin c. Neng (2024 QCCQ 2022), the Court of Quebec issued an interesting decision regarding the validity of the contractual liability regime stipulated in a co-ownership declaration....

Assurance

15/06/2024

Barbecues and abnormal neighborhood disturbances

June 16, 2024 – The barbecue season has been underway for some time now. However, this summer habit can lead to abnormal neighborhood disturbances. Most of the time, conflicts arise from their abusive use, especially when these devices are located near a neighbor's bedroom and the smells from what is being cooked are unpleasant. Additionally, excessive noise and noisy gatherings around barbecues can also disrupt the neighborhood's peace. To avoid these inconveniences, it is essential to adhere to certain courtesies and ensure not to disturb your neighbors. Maintaining a respectful distance and communicating with neighbors about planned gatherings can help mitigate potential issues....

Syndicat
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04/04/2024

Une réclamation d’un syndicat de copropriétaires qui tourne au vinaigre

Dans une récente affaire impliquant le Syndicat de la copropriété du 780 des Bosquets, ci-après appelé Syndicat, et un de ses copropriétaires, l’honorable juge Luc Huppé de la Cour du Québec a mis en lumière une démarche pour le moins étonnante de la part du Syndicat....

Vos droits

03/04/2024

François Taillefer's death: a priceless loss for the RGCQ

Le Regroupement des gestionnaires et copropriétaires du Québec (RGCQ) is in mourning following the death of François Taillefer on March 28, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. François left his mark on the RGCQ, the legal community and the general public through his dedication and expertise....

Vos droits

22/02/2024

Bill 31: A step forward for divided co-ownership in Quebec

Since June 2023, Bill 31, introduced by the minister responsible for housing, France-Élaine Duranceau, has sparked heated discussions in the housing sector, exacerbated by the current crisis. Notwithstanding this controversy, the project makes significant modifications to articles 1070.2 and 1071 of the Civil Code of Quebec. It was sanctioned by the National Assembly of Quebec on February 21, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the reform of co-ownership law in the province. This legislation is expected to bring about much-needed clarity and efficiency in the administration of co-ownership in Quebec....

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12/02/2024

Raphaëlle Levesque joins the Dunton Rainville firm

Montreal, February 12, 2024 — Dunton Rainville, known for its notable expertise in the legal field and ranked among the top ten law firms in Quebec, is proud to announce the arrival of Raphaëlle Levesque to its team dedicated to co-ownership law. She comes to strengthen the team led by the eminent lawyer Me Yves Joli-Cœur, president of the Quebec Co-Ownership Managers and Owners Association (RGCQ) and partner in charge of the co-ownership sector at Dunton Rainville....

Vos droits

26/01/2024

Conflits de voisinage : Entrevue avec Me Yves Joli-Cœur au 98.5 FM

Lundi dernier, le 22 janvier 2024, une discussion intéressante a eu lieu sur les ondes du 98.5 FM. Me Yves Joli-Coeur, associé du cabinet d’avocats et notaires Dunton Rainville et président du Regroupement des gestionnaires et des copropriétaires du Québec  a été interviewé par Valéry Leboeuf dans le cadre de l’émission Parlons-nous. Le sujet de la discussion était : “Avez-vous déjà eu des conflits avec vos voisins ?”...

Syndicat

03/04/2023

GCR Residential Co-ownership Maintenance Guide

Since its arrival as the only mandatory guarantee plan, Garantie de construction résidentielle (GCR) has implemented various tools to improve the quality of residential construction in Quebec and increase buyer protection. As a follow-up to the first guide, the Guide d'entretien d'une habitation neuve, GCR is doing it again by publishing a new book: the Guide d’entretien des immeubles résidentiels en copropriété. This is mainly intended for syndicates of co-owners, who are responsible for ensuring the physical maintenance of the common portions of the building....

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