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62613.01This paper explores the lifecycle of a residential real estate purchase file when acting for the buyer. It provides a broad overview with a focus on the pragmatic to help guide on issue spotting rather than addressing any particular issue. These materials were presented at LESA’s Running Your First Real Estate File: Purchases webinar on August 26, 2026.
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62592.01The Condominium Dispute Resolution Tribunal is touted to be a faster, less formal, and more affordable alternative to traditional litigation. This paper explores the newly created tribunal and provides insights into procedural and jurisdictional issues of which lawyers should be aware. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Condominium Law Update program in Edmonton on June 2, 2026.
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62592.06On February 15, 2026, major changes to the Condominium Property Act and Condominium Property Regulation came into effect, creating a strict process for levying chargebacks. This paper explores the legislative history of chargebacks and the newly implemented chargeback process, including practical tools such as precedents and checklists. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Condominium Law Update program in Edmonton on June 2, 2026.
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62592.07We finally thought we figured out Estoppel Certificates, Information Statements, and Priority of Chargebacks to account for on the closing date. Now we are required to think again. Topics include document disclosure, technical analysis, chargebacks, estoppel certificates, and AREA Residential resale purchase contract. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Condominium Law Update program in Edmonton on June 2, 2026.
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62592.08The use of artificial intelligence is now routinely influencing condominium governance and nuisance litigation. This paper explores the developing legal risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence in Alberta condominium governance and nuisance disputes, by owners, boards and managers, including AI‑generated hallucinations, unintended privacy and confidentiality breaches, and the impact on corporate records. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Condominium Law Update program in Edmonton on June 2, 2026.
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OC-62592-6Personal License $95.00This presentation discusses what has changed in the new legislation, how tech audits inform warranty and construction claims, and how developers and boards can manage risk. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Condominium Law Update on June 2, 2026. Total running time is 49 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62592-5Personal License $95.00This presentation examines emerging legal risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence in Alberta condominium governance and nuisance disputes, by owners, boards, and managers. Drawing on recent tribunal and court developments and emerging professional guidance, it highlights how AI use (and misuse) is beginning to affect evidentiary reliability, procedural fairness, and legal counsel and board accountability in Alberta condominium disputes. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Condominium Law Update on June 2, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 2 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62592-4Personal License $95.00We finally thought we figured out Estoppel Certificates, Information Statements, and Priority of Chargebacks to account for on the closing date. Now we are required to think again. This presentation provides examples of what these may now look like, and what to watch out for so that you don’t get stuck holding the buck. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Condominium Law Update on June 2, 2026. Total running time is 55 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62592-3Personal License $95.00On February 15, 2026, major changes to the Condominium Property Act and Condominium Property Regulation came into effect, creating a strict process for levying chargebacks. This presentation discusses the changes to the legislation, how the changes will affect operations, and practical tips to protect the rights of condominium corporations. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Condominium Law Update on June 2, 2026. Total running time is 52 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62592-2This presentation focuses on the process for terminating an entire condominium and selling off the whole parcel of land, with practical considerations before heading down that path. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Condominium Law Update on June 2, 2026. Total running time is 53 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62592-1The Condominium Dispute Resolution Tribunal is touted to be a faster, less formal, and more affordable alternative to traditional litigation. This presentation explores the newly created tribunal and provide insights into procedural and jurisdictional issues of which lawyers should be aware. Discussion also focuses on the implications of the tribunal for condominium corporations, condominium owners, and legal counsel representing them. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Condominium Law Update on June 2, 2026. Total running time is 56 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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62533.04This paper explores the legal nature of agreements to purchase and lease with option agreements in Alberta, analyzes key case law, and considers the practical implications for parties entering these arrangements, with particular attention to classification, remedies on breach, and financing issues. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s LESA’s 2026 Refresher: Real Estate program in Banff on April 17–19, 2026.
