In this episode, Brent and James discuss privacy with Veronica Franco, partner & strata lawyer with Clark Wilson LLP. An in-depth look at the roles and responsibilities of strata corporations to protect your personal information. _________________________________   Over 1.5 million people live in strata housing in the Province of British Columbia. Let's face it, you'd rather watch reruns of the nightly news than read the Strata Property Act (And we can't blame you) Still, most people are at a loss when it comes to understanding such an important framework for how many of us live our lives in proximity with one another. 🎙 Stratagize with Brent Anderson & James Milne features conversations with industry leaders and experts who share their knowledge to demystify an industry that impacts the lives of more than 1 out of 3 British Columbians. Whether you are a council member, owner, investor, or renter, if you're looking for content that will bring value to your strata and help you get to the next level… THIS is it! Listen to our latest episode, subscribe and rate us on iTunes. 👊 _________________________________ 🚨 STRATA TIP: Ask your management company what steps they take to ensure your private data & information is protected. It’s your information you have a right to know how its safeguarded.   _________________________________   MAIN TAKEAWAYS: 🛠 A strata corporation is constantly collecting personal information.     🛠 Generally you can’t use cameras to enforce bylaws, however if cameras are a last resort and the infraction is causing hardship to the strata then camera footage may be used to enforce bylaw infractions.       🛠  The biggest mistake councils make is they think the strata should be redacting personal information. PIPA maintains that if information is requested under SEC 35 of SPA then information shouldn’t be redacted.       🛠  Strata records are the book of accounts and correspondence to and from the council. If the council is just emailing each other and the strata manager is not copied those emails do not form strata records.     QUOTE “Strata management companies need robust systems in place to protect strata residents banking information.”       🦄 MYTH VS FACT Can a strata council install cameras without owner approval? MYTH Under the SPA – not allowed to used Operating fund money for expenses that occur less than once per year Under PIPA – Not allowed to operate cameras until you have documented need for cameras, obtained consent, put up signage and followed the rest of the steps required.   _________________________________ Connect with Stratagize Website Linkedin Email Connect with Brent Anderson Linkedin Connect with James Milne Linkedin   Connect with Veronica Franco Linkedin _________________________________ RESOURCES 8 steps to going out to bid Decision making tool