Okanagan Strata Management Challenges & How to Solve Them
Published February 26th, 2026 The Okanagan Valley isn’t just famous for its vineyards and sunny lakes—it’s also home to ...
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Managing Stratas in Mountain Resorts: Insights from an Expert
Managing a Strata Corporation in a mountain resort community is a world apart from traditional strata property ...
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Rethinking What “Home” Means for Condo & Strata Communities
For a long time, strata and condo living in Canada has been defined by the fundamentals: buildings, budgets, ...
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Strata Council Bullies: Warning Signs and Solutions
Volunteering for your Strata Council means dedicating time and effort, as well as sharing your knowledge to benefit ...
5 Ways Strata Councils Can Support Their Communities
Your actions as a Strata Council can go further than you think. As we collectively face the challenges of the COVID-19 ...
How to Prevent Costly Condo Board Mistakes
Volunteering for your Condominium Board means getting more involved in your community and helping oversee a ...
Experience Year-Round Community Fun and Adventure at Nordix Panorama
We are thrilled to welcome Nordix Panorama to the Tribe Management family. We onboarded Nordix's first phase in January ...
Critical Mistakes Your Strata Council Can't Afford to Make
Anyone who’s ever served as a member of their Stata Corporation’s respective Strata Council knows that it’s not a walk ...
How to Fight a Bully Condo Board
If you live in a condominium, you might have encountered a bully Condo Board member before. They may be loud and ...
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Decoding Condo Bylaws in Alberta
Does the idea of regulating the curtain colour, where hockey gear can be hung, or how many St. Bernards can live in a ...
Strata Bylaws in BC: An Overview for Councils and Owners
“Pets must not exceed 50 lbs.” “Playing ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ by Rick Astley on repeat at 2 in the morning is ...
Strata Fees: A Complete Guide for Owners and Council Members
In this installment of our Strata 101 Series, we delve deep into the topic of Strata Fees. We will explore what they ...
Cultivating Community and Connection at Living Shangri-La
Living Shangri-La, soaring as Vancouver's architectural jewel and one of the tallest buildings in BC at 1111 Alberni ...
Living Shangri-La: A New Chapter Begins with Tribe
We are pleased to announce Living Shangri-La, located at 1111 Alberni Street in Vancouver, is now a Tribe Community!
Winter is Coming – Prepare with Our Condo Maintenance Tips
We've covered Fall maintenance tips, but as the days grow colder, it is important as a Condo or Strata Owners that you ...
West Shore Business Park joins Tribe's Family on Vancouver Island
We're thrilled to announce that Westshore Business Park in Langford has joined Tribe Management's expanding portfolio ...
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Alberta Condo Licensing: Board Guide to Community Impact
If you’re a Board member in Alberta you’ve already heard about the Condominium Property Manager licensing requirements ...
The Impact of EV Charging Legislation in Your Strata
In an April 2023 report, the BC government reported that more than 100,000 light-duty electric vehicles were registered ...
Proptech: The Digital Transformation of Property Management
Property technology (commonly referred to as proptech), refers to the use of technology in the real estate industry. ...
5 Traits Property Management Companies Should Have
In a nutshell, Property Management companies are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a property on ...
Ontario Condo Act 101: A Beginner's Guide for Condo Boards and Owners
The Ontario Condominium Act is the legislation that governs all types of condominiums in the province. The Act, and the ...
Alberta Condo Act: A Guide for New and Aspiring Condo Boards
The Alberta Condo Actestablishes the legislative framework for all condos across Alberta. Think of the Condo Act as the ...
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The Ontario Condo Board Guide to Success
Being a member of a Condo Corporation can be a fulfilling experience, as you have the opportunity to contribute to the ...
The Alberta Condo Board Guide to Success
One of the greatest aspects of living in a Condo Corporation is having a genuine say in your Community operations. ...
Strata Property Act: The Essentials
The Strata Property Act, along with a strata’s bylaws and rules, provides the legal framework under which all Strata ...
Characteristics of a Successful Strata Council
What defines the success of a Strata Council? To us, it is a group of people working together to ensure a Community is ...
How Condo Boards Should Collaborate with Property Management Companies
Are you a part of your building’s Condo Board and curious about how to MAXIMIZE your relationship with your Property ...
Condo Board Roles and Responsibilities
One may describe the Condo Board as the backbone of the Condo Corporation, but how exactly do selected individuals come ...
Is Tribe Management the Right Partner for my Community?
Hi, I’m wondering if Tribe Management’s property management services are fit for my building...
How are Supply Chain Issues Affecting Condo Communities?
Supply chain disruptions are the new catchphrase taking over our daily conversations, with the delays not sparing any ...
Roles and Duties of Condo Boards vs. Property Management Companies
Today, some of the most common problems in a Condo community occur due to a lack of understanding regarding the roles ...
Roles and Duties of Strata Councils vs. Property Management Companies
Some of the most common problems in a community happen due to poor communication between residents and Strata Councils, ...
3 Summer “Must-Knows” for Strata/Condo Living
The warmer months are upon us. As the weather starts to heat up and dry up, we have 3 tips to help you and your ...
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How Tribe is Different from other Property Management Companies
Just like buying slim-fit jeans online, selecting a one-size-fits-all solution for your Property Management needs ...
What Do Condo Fees Cover?
In recent years, condominiums have become the home of choice for many seasoned property investors and first-time ...
Tribe Management Nominated for 2022 PAMA INDUSTRY AWARDS
There are a lot of superstars to celebrate in the Real Estate Industry! Property Managers and Industry Specialists ...
Building Maintenance Tips for Your Home, Fall Edition
The fallen leaves and folks wandering around in warmer jackets make it official. There is no denying it's Fall! From ...
Condo Fees: What You Should Know
Condo fees are a crucial part that comes with community living. But for Owners, opening the annual Budget Package ...
3 Spring “Must-Knows” for Strata/Condo Living
The cold, wet months of winter are nearly behind us. As the weather starts to take a turn for the better, we have 3 ...
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Strata Council – The Guide To Success [Strata 101 Series]
Serving on Council can be a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in your home and your strata community. Whether ...
What is a Strata? [Strata 101 Series]
When people ask the question, what is a strata? (or “condominium/divided co-property" outside of BC), the common answer ...
Electronic AGMs and SGMs: Everything You Need to Know
With the passing of Bill 44, Strata Corporations may hold Annual General Meetings(AGMs) and Special General ...
3 Common Issues Strata Councils Face [+How to Solve Them]
Being on the Strata Council can feel like a constant juggling act, balancing common area issues with Owner concerns, ...
5 Tips for Running Virtual Strata Council Meetings
Our world has changed. Businesses and schools have transitioned online during the pandemic, and to a certain degree, ...
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How To Change Property Management Companies [+Checklist]
You’re sitting at the back of the room waiting for your building’s Special General Meeting (SGM) to begin. There are ...
Case study: Earthquake Insurance – is your Strata protected?
In BC over 25% of the population lives in a strata and only 55% of owners in Metro Vancouver carry earthquake ...
Do I Need A Property Manager On My Rental Investment?
Do you own a residential rental property or are you thinking of renting out your condo or home? Having a rental ...
Changes to Strata Legislation: Investment Rules
The Province of BC has recently clarified Strata Property regulations regarding deposit insurance requirements on ...
5 Best Practices for Property Management
Here at Tribe Management, we believe the key to GREAT community management is…the manager! Of course, tools and ...
Five Did-You-Knows for Data Privacy Day 2019
Did you know January 28 is Data Privacy Day? This is an international day to increase awareness about data privacy and ...
Tribe’s Secrets to Successful Strata Communication
At Tribe, we take communication very seriously. In fact, we feel that communication is the cornerstone of every lasting ...
Short-Term Rentals + the Hotel Strata
One of the most hot-button topics in strata this year has to be short-term rentals, with the City of Vancouver passing ...
What Does it Mean to be a Part of Tribe Management?
We spend at minimum, 2,080 hours a year with each other. That's based on a 40-hour work week. We ride elevators ...
Property Management – what is it anyways? [+Infographic]
Step right up, don't be shy. We get asked this all the time. What is property management? Do you manage my house rental ...
Tribe news + events
Tribe Proudly Sponsors the TELUS Nancy Greene Alpine Classic at Sun Peaks
At Tribe, community isn’t something we talk about — it’s something we show up for. Which is why we’re proud to sponsor ...
How Tribe Management Keeps Condo & Strata Owners’ Data Secure
In today’s increasingly digital world, the security and privacy of personal data has never been more important; ...
Tribe Management Launches Streamlined Document Centre
We’re excited to announce the launch of Tribe’s new Document Centre — an easy-to-use strata and condo document ordering ...
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Mail strike: Don't miss important updates
In the event of a Canada Post service disruption, residents can use Tribe Home, our property management and building ...
The Tribe Home Progressive Web App for Android is Here! 📱
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Tribe Home Progressive Web App (PWA) for Android devices, a major step ...
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Tribe Announces 2023 National Service Excellence Awards
From its inception, Tribe has been set on raising the bar for the property management industry and community living. ...
Tribe Property Technologies begins trading on the TSX Venture Exchange
Vancouver, British Columbia – Tribe Property Technologies (TSXV:TRBE) (“Tribe” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce ...
Tribe Management and Gateway Property Management Join Forces
Tribe Management Inc. (“Tribe”) and Gateway Property Management Corp. (“Gateway”) are pleased to announce that they ...
PAMA and Tribe Management work to improve the industry
Tribe Management is proud of Jaclyn Jeffrey and Fiona Therrien for their service with the Professional Association of ...
New Online Payment Option on Tribe Home
Did you know? You can now make payments online through the Tribe Home Community Platform (formerly known as bazinga!). ...
COVID-19 Update on Property Management Services
Updated in September 2020: Our office is beginning to reopen! As of Monday, July 6, we have been accepting visitors to ...
Emergency Preparedness for your BC Community and Strata Council
At Tribe, we're on a mission to build happier and healthier communities through connection and education and to help ...
Tribe Management Acquires False Creek Management
In a move that highlights a culture of community and a values-led service model, locally-owned Tribe Management has ...
Tribe Management Team Nominated for PAMA Industry Awards
Tribe Management is proud to announce that three of its team members have been nominated for PAMA’s 4th Annual Industry ...
Tribe Management Celebrates First Anniversary
Bold, people-forward strata messaging resonates with owners & residents Since Tribe Management unveiled its bold, ...
Welcome to the Latest Members of our Tribe!
This summer, Tribe Management welcomed TEN new team members to our family including Community Coordinators Lara Carino, ...
Tribe Mgmt Celebrates Community With OurCityRide
The entire Tribe Management team is pleased to announce its recent partnership with OurCityRide – a celebration of the ...
Tribe Continues to Expand its Family
The Tribe Management Team is pleased to announce the addition of four new employees to the Tribe family – Community ...
Tribe Offers Staff a Collaborative and Innovative Culture
Here at Tribe, we are about people. In an industry full of turnover, communication challenges and mediocre service, it ...
New Year Brings New Faces to Tribe
January 8, 2018 – The Tribe Management Team is pleased to announce the addition of four new employees to the Tribe ...