Author Archives: Edward Brain

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About Edward Brain

I am a long time condo activist and have a background in Business Administration. I am also an avid transit enthusiast, photographer, and filmmaker.

Opening Round of 2017 NHL Playoffs

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Edward Brain

The 2017 National Hockey League (NHL) playoffs start today. Highlights of this year’s playoffs include the Washington Capitals winning the Presidents’ Trophy for the second straight year with 118 points.  The Detroit Red Wings failed to make the playoffs for … Continue reading →

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Reserve Fund Balance must be Disclosed

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has another article for the Toronto Star.  I want to discuss two of the questions raised. The first question is: QUESTION:  A number of us as unit owners have written to the board requesting the current amount of … Continue reading →

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Work Could Require Owner Approval

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has another article for the Toronto Star.  Let’s discuss two of the questions: QUESTION:  The corporation’s engineer recommended refurbishing the corridors. Is the board entitled to undertake a $5.1-million hallway renovation without the consent of 66-2/3 per cent … Continue reading →

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Singers Shine in Götterdämmerung

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Edward Brain

I attended the February 17th, 2017 performance of Götterdämmerung at the Canadian Opera Company.  The production stars Christine Goerke (Brünnhilde), Andreas Schager (Siegfried), Ain Anger (Hagen), Martin Gantner (Gunther).  The production is conducted by the COC Music Director Johannes Debus, … Continue reading →

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Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 65 years as Monarch

Posted on February 6, 2017 by Edward Brain

Today marks the 65th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s ascension as Queen of Canada, the United Kingdom, and 14 other nations.  She is also the head of the Commonwealth of Nations. Queen Elizabeth ascended the throne of Canada when her father, … Continue reading →

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Democracy Requires Questions

Posted on February 4, 2017 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has another article for the Toronto Star.  Let’s discuss some of the questions: QUESTION:  A former board member intends to stand for election to the board at the next annual general meeting. She has shown herself to be … Continue reading →

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Tim Raines Elected to the Hall of Fame

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Edward Brain

Long time Montreal Expos outfielder Tim Raines has been elected to Baseball’s Hall of Fame.  He was elected to the the Hall of Fame in his tenth, and final, year of eligibility to be elected. Tim Raines played for six … Continue reading →

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Nabucco a Success in HD Broadcast

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Edward Brain

The Metropolitan Opera presented the last of performance of its current run of Nabucco as part of its Live in HD broadcasts on January 7th, 2017.  It was a delightful afternoon. The production was directed by Elijah Moshinsky, with sets … Continue reading →

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Highlights of 2016

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Edward Brain

I just want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year and a huge thank you for reading my blog! A lot has occurred during the year, and let’s highlight some of the things on my blog:

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Proxies need to be Curtailed in Condominiums

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Edward Brain

Gerry Hyman has another article for the Toronto Star.  Let’s discuss some of the questions: QUESTION:We attempted using proxies to get enough votes to remove our condominium’s directors. But they fell a bit short, Now the board has introduced a … Continue reading →

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