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Trust Money and Investments

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Trust Money

When a condo corporation receives money paid to or for its benefit, that money and all proceeds from that money are legally and beneficially owned by the corporation. The money is held in trust for performing the duties and obligations in which the payment is made.

Unless a board resolution says otherwise, the corporation must deposit the money into a separate trust account at a:

    • bank
    • trust corporation
    • credit union or
    • treasury branch

Also, the condominium corporation must make the deposit within 3 days (exclusive of holidays and Saturdays) of receiving it and keep all trust money intact. Unless a board resolution says otherwise, the condominium corporation cannot withdraw, convert, direct, borrow or comingle the money.

Investments

Subject to any special resolution and the regulations, a corporation can invest any funds not immediately required by it according to the regulations. Schedule 2 of the Condominium Property Regulation contains further information such as authorized investments and restrictions. Consult with your lawyer and financial advisor if you are considering this.

Last updated: June 2022

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