Winter 2023

Radon-Induced Lung Cancer – Prevention – What Property Managers need to know…
There are simple ways that Canadians look after their health, choosing healthy foods, regular exercise and a good night sleep. These are healthy habits that are engrained in our minds, we need to add proper and regular radon testing to our list.... Read More

Mold Prevention – Tip Sheet
Mold continues to be an issue for property owners and managers. Property Management Professionals must understand how to prevent and respond to mold growth. Below is information to help you better assess and battle mold in your communities.... Read More

Fall 2022

Reducing Chronic Homelessness Through Collaboration, Community Partners
Bright Spot: Ottawa reduces chronic homelessness by 19 percent through collaboration and great efforts from community partners.

The City of Ottawa made some targeted changes to their system that left a major impact. These changes included... Read More

What Is Psychological Safety at Work?
Psychological safety is the belief that you won’t be punished or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes.

“When you have psychological safety in the workplace, people feel comfortable being themselves.... Read More

Summer 2022

Highlights of the 2022 IHM Annual Educational Conference
After two years in a lockdown IHM was very excited to welcome members back to an in-person conference. The conference was held at the Doubletree Hotel and Conference Centre in Niagara Falls, Ontario.

It was a success from beginning to end, and it all started on…. Read More

Spring 2022

Landlords with Long-term Leases call for more Latitude in Ontario Rent Caps
Quinte landlords leasing properties to long-term tenants for years at low rental rates say they are falling behind as costs rise due to runaway inflation and a 1.2 per cent rental cap in place for 2022 by the Ontario government. 
By Derek Baldwin, The Belleville Intelligencer, Feb. 17, 2022

Growing Interest in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
I n the Summer 2021 IHM newsletter, we included an article (Volume 80, pg. 6: “Electric and Hybrid Vehicles – Food for Thought” by Kevin McCann, FIHM) on electric vehicles and the need for property owners/managers to prepare for the inevitable transition from gas to electric vehicles by researching and planning for the installation of EV charging stations in their buildings.
By Kevin McCann, FIHM

Getting Back on Track
It would be great if reopening were as simple as unlocking the doors and saying, “Welcome back!” However, facilities managers realize that returning to some semblance of normalcy will require operational adjustments that will become part of the new normal. For housing facilities of all types and sizes, the pandemic has been an ongoing learning experience that has prompted an across-the-board assessment of how they function. 
By Carola Mittag 

Winter 2022

Pests, Pests, and More Pests …
Professional property managers recognize that working with a knowledgeable, experienced, and qualified pest management company is necessary to prevent pests from damaging their property, along with ensuring the residents they serve, can enjoy their homes comfortably.
By Shaam Patel, Apollo Pest Management

Fire Safety in High-Rise Buildings
FIRE SAFETY BEGINS WITH YOU!
Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management

What the Heck is Coaching, Anyway?
How this misunderstood field can help you get unstuck and reach your potential
By Dan Trommater