Canada post strike: Plan ahead for your condo fee payments

With the onset of the Canada Post strike, we remind all co-owners that timely payment of common fees is critical for the smooth management of your condominium. These fees are the primary, and often sole, source of revenue for the association, allowing it to cover shared expenses and ensure the proper operation of your property.

To prevent payment delays and any resulting consequences, we encourage those who send checks via Canada Post to switch to an alternative payment method immediately.

Available payment options

• Pre-authorized debit

  • Free of charge.
  • To enroll, email us at [email protected] to request a registration form.

• Mobile banking payment (from a Canadian account)

  • Free of charge.
  • Use your banking app’s supplier payment feature. Check your statement for instructions and your customer number.

• Credit card payment

  • Transaction fees apply (paid by the co-owner as a last-resort option).
  • Visit the “Home” page of your condominium’s UpperBee portal to complete your payment.

Sending checks during the strike

If you choose to continue paying by check, we recommend using an alternative delivery method (e.g., courier or a non-Canada Post service) to avoid delays caused by the strike.

Important reminder

Late payments of common fees may result in penalties and/or interest charges on your account. Please plan your payments in advance to avoid unnecessary costs.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this period. We are available to assist you with any questions or concerns.

The SolutionCondo Team

Why opt for a direct debit or secure bank transfer rather than a cheque in a syndicate of co-ownership in Quebec?

The payment of dues in a syndicate of co-ownership is an important obligation for co-owners, but the method of payment chosen can have an impact on security, management and costs for both co-owners and the syndicate.

Traditionally, many co-owners pay their contributions by cheque, a common method of payment, but one that carries significant risks. Among these, fraud, stationery and stamp costs, and the possibility of errors in the order of the recipient are real concerns.

By contrast, direct debit or secure bank transfer via online banking offers clear advantages. Not only are these methods much more secure, minimizing the risk of fraud or error, but they also offer much more efficient cash management for the syndicate.

Payments are instantaneous and easily traceable, providing immediate visibility of finances. This payment method also reduces the administrative costs associated with managing cheques (such as cashing or manual processing) and is more environmentally friendly, eliminating the need for paper, stamps and mail transportation. As a result, your manager has more time to deal with your important files, instead of managing administrative tasks.

For the co-owner, it’s also a way of simplifying payment management, avoiding trips to the bank or the risk of lost cheques or even fraud.

In conclusion, the direct debit or secure bank transfer option is a win-win solution for all parties involved, offering greater security, convenience and transparency.

This is why SolutionCondo uses UpperBee to enable each co-owner to issue payments via their syndicate’s online portal, freely and independently.

Anne-Claire Pinel de Grandchamp
Head accountant