Condominium records access in Ontario
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| Who may request | Owners, buyers, lenders, or an authorized agent |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 10 days for a status certificate |
| Fees | Core records free by email, $100 status certificate |
| Complaints | Condominium Authority Tribunal |
| Penalty | Up to $5,000, paid to the owner |
| Country | Canada |
| Checked against official text | October 30, 2026 |
In Ontario, the law sets who may see the records of a condominium corporation, how quickly they must be provided, what may be charged for them, and where an owner can complain.[1][2][3] This summary was checked against the official text on October 30, 2026.
This is general information, not legal advice. Check the official text in the references before relying on it.
Who may request records
Owners, buyers, lenders, or an authorized agent.
Deadlines
30 days to respond (records); 10 days (status certificate)
Fees
| Certificate | Status certificate $100 including tax |
|---|---|
| Other documents | Core records free by email; 20 cents a page on paper |
Complaints and penalties
| Where to complain | Condominium Authority Tribunal |
|---|---|
| Penalty for not complying | Up to $5,000, paid to the owner |
References
- Condominium Act, 1998, SO 1998, c 19, ss. 1.44, 55, 76. Ontario e-Laws.
- O. Reg. 48/01, ss. 1(1), 13.3 to 13.7, 18. Ontario e-Laws.
- Condominium Authority of Ontario, records. condoauthorityontario.ca.
See also: records law in other jurisdictions.