This website was created by the Centre for Public Legal Education Alberta, a non-profit organization whose mission is to help people understand the law as it affects their everyday lives. Please note we are unable to provide legal advice and assistance. If you require legal advice on any issue, please consult a lawyer.
Articles & Publications
For potential condo buyers and owners
- A Guide to Commonly Used Condo Terms
- Before You Buy: Understanding Condo Finances
- Buying a Condo: Pre-Possession Issues
- Buying a New Condo: Document Checklist
- Buying a Resale Condo: Document Checklist
- Owning a New condo: The Developer Turnover Process
- Renting Out Your Condo in Alberta
For condo board members
- Checklist for first time board members
- Condo Board Conduct
- What you need to know about condominium bylaws
- What a Condo Board can do if bylaws are not followed
- What to consider if you are self-managing a condominium
- Tips for hiring and working with a condo manager
- The Big 3: Condominium contributions, special levies and reserve funds
- Condo Documents 101: What these documents reveal about the condo corporation
- Reserve Fund Guide
- Handling disputes with owners and tenants tip sheet
- Election to a condominium board
- Meetings
- Condominium Boards and Requests for Information
- Condominium boards and rental units
Articles and webpages
Renting Out Your Condo: Six Facts You Need to Know (Article)
Alberta’s New Condominium Regulations: Rental deposits (Article)
Alberta’s New Condominium Regulations: Insurance (Article)
Condominium Bylaws and Rules: 5 things to know (Article)
Legal Advice – Finding a Lawyer
Law Society of Alberta Lawyer Directory
This is a database that allows people to find a lawyer using certain search criteria. Individuals can find a lawyer by searching by name, location, practice areas, language(s) spoken, gender, and whether a lawyer offers limited scope retainers.
Dispute Resolution – Find a Mediator or Arbitrator
If you are looking for a mediator or arbitrator to help you resolve a dispute, search the ADR Institute of Alberta’s online directory. Call 1-800-232-7214 for more information.
Find a licensed real estate agent or property manager
The Real Estate Council of Alberta is responsible for licensing real estate professionals and property managers. Visit their website to search for a licensed professional.
Find a registry agent
Looking to get a copy of the Certificate of Title or Condominium Plan? Find your nearest registry agent.
Government Legislation & Resources
Alberta Legislation
- Condominium Property Act
- Condominium Property Regulations
- Condominium Dispute Resolution Tribunal Regulation
Government of Alberta
- Alberta Human Rights Commission – information on human rights in condominiums
Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CHMC)
- Condominium buyer’s guide – use resource with caution as it does not contain Alberta-specific information
Real Estate & Advocacy Organizations
Real Estate Council of Alberta is the provincial licensing organization for real estate professionals. Has information for anyone interested in buying or selling a condominium unit with the help of a real estate professional.
Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) is the provincial, professional organization that represents the interests of more than 10,000 REALTORS® across the province of Alberta.
Canadian Condominium Institute is a national association that lobbies governments to improve condominium legislation, assists its members through education and workshops, and serves as a research centre on condominium issues.
Condo Owners Forum Society of Alberta (COFSAB) is a not-for-profit association in Alberta that provides condo owners and occupants with opportunities for networking, education and advocacy.
Last updated: August 2026
