Upcoming events

    • 10 Jun 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom
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    This presentation offers condominium owners a clear and comprehensive overview of reserve funds and their vital role in the long-term financial stability of a condominium corporation.

    Topics will include:

    • What a reserve fund study is—and what it isn’t
    • The legal requirements governing reserve funds
    • What should (and should not) be included in the study
    • How costs are calculated and the importance of accurate forecasting
    • The risks and consequences of underfunding

    We will also explore whether reserve fund studies should be updated more frequently and discuss the growing influence of extreme weather events on building components and future reserve planning.

    By the end of this session, owners will have a deeper understanding of how reserve funds work and why proactive planning and regular review are essential to safeguarding their investment.


    Speaker: Shantel Kalakalo


    Shantel Kalakalo is the President/Partner of Kalham Consulting Ltd. Previously Shantel worked at Wade Engineering for nearly 18 years and has led the Reserve Fund group for 15 years. She has a passion for Reserve Fund reports and has shown remarkable dedication to this industry. Shantel is also a current Board Member of a condo (Treasurer/Account Signatory) and has owned condos in the past which confirms the practicality of advice offered.

    • President/Partner of Kalham Consulting Ltd.
    • Worked at Wade Engineering for nearly 18 years.
    • Canadian Condominium Institute, Member.
    • Condo Owner's Forum Society of Alberta (COF), Member.
    • Strathcona County Condomium Association (SCCA), Member.
    • Reserve Fund Analyst (reviewed more than 1,200 reports).
    • Condominium Management experience.
    • Client liaison/presents reports to Clients.
    • CCI – North Alberta Chapter past Board Member for 10 yrs (Secretary/1 st Vice President).
    • Condominium Board Member – Treasurer


    Sponsored by


    Kalham was established in 2022 as personnel purchased the assets of the Reserve Fund department from Wade Engineering. Key personnel have been completing Reserve Fund Studies/Life Cycle Costing Reports for the last 15 years. Currently we have eight (8) team members working on reports including two (2) engineers – one assesses the mechanical & electrical and another to stamp the final report.

    • 25 Jun 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    What we’re about

    The Condo Owners Forum is the source for Alberta condo owner-led support, education, and networking.
    The objective of this MeetUp is to have informal chats about condominiums and the challenges we face as Owners and Board members.
    This MeetUp is hosted by volunteers of the COF with the hope of reaching a broader audience. We encourage you to join us at any of our events.

    For suggested topics or ideas for discussion email meetup@cofsab.ca

    www.cofsab.ca
    Supporting Better Living for All Alberta Condo Communities


    • 23 Jul 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    What we’re about

    The Condo Owners Forum is the source for Alberta condo owner-led support, education, and networking.
    The objective of this MeetUp is to have informal chats about condominiums and the challenges we face as Owners and Board members.
    This MeetUp is hosted by volunteers of the COF with the hope of reaching a broader audience. We encourage you to join us at any of our events.

    For suggested topics or ideas for discussion email meetup@cofsab.ca

    www.cofsab.ca
    Supporting Better Living for All Alberta Condo Communities


Past events

29 May 2025 Condo Chat: High Voltage, Higher Stakes: Emergency Response in the EV Era
28 May 2025 Meetup Coffee Chat
27 May 2025 Condo Chat: Importance of a Well-Defined Scope of Work in the Construction Process
13 May 2025 Condo Chat: The Agency Relationship in Condo Management - What you should know
10 May 2025 Condo Chat: Understanding the Impact of Recent Energy Policy Changes on Condominium Corporations
29 Apr 2025 Condo Chat: Demystifying Condo Basics: Understanding Names, Plans, Boundaries, and Bylaws
23 Apr 2025 Meetup Coffee Chat
12 Apr 2025 Budget-Savvy Lighting: LED Solutions to Illuminate Your Business
26 Mar 2025 Meetup Coffee Chat
25 Mar 2025 Condo Chat: Repair vs. Replacement – Making the Right Decisions for Your Property
8 Mar 2025 Plugged In: Exploring EV Safety, Liability, and Infrastructure
26 Feb 2025 Meetup Coffee Chat
25 Feb 2025 Condo Chat: Condo Cleaning Guide
11 Feb 2025 Condo Chat: Building Makeup Air. How it works and why it matters
8 Feb 2025 Condo Chat: Pain Points from a Condo Owners Perspective in Construction Projects
22 Jan 2025 Meetup Coffee Chat
11 Jan 2025 COF Condo Chat: Behind the Scenes of a Major Condo Project (What Condo Owners should know)
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26 Nov 2024 COF: Condo Chat: Consultants, Contracts, and Construction – Key Considerations for Your Condo Project
9 Nov 2024 Condo Chat: Elevators 101: What Condo Owners Need to Know!
23 Oct 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
25 Sep 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
24 Sep 2024 COF: Condo Chat: Condo Bylaws - 10 Reasons to keep your Bylaws updated
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28 Aug 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
24 Jul 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
26 Jun 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
11 Jun 2024 Maximizing Returns: Smart Investment Moves for Condo Corporations
28 May 2024 Efficiency in Action : SWTCH EV Charging Success Stories!
22 May 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
14 May 2024 Benchmark YYC and EV Charging Pilot Program
24 Apr 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
16 Apr 2024 The Hidden Threat: How The Stack Effect Can Cause Property Damage
27 Mar 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
28 Feb 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
10 Feb 2024 Medicine Hat: Condo Information Session
6 Feb 2024 COF CONDO CHAT: 8760 and the Alberta Utility Market
23 Jan 2024 COF CONDO CHAT: EV Charging for Busy Buildings
22 Jan 2024 Meetup Coffee Chat
9 Jan 2024 COF CONDO CHAT: 2 Parts: The Importance of Exterior Reviews + Pests



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