I drove by the site this morning and there is not much going on or trades on site.

They have all the construction permits to finish the project. The City has released everything. Only permits they require are ones for access around the property and roadworks as they will be on going. Also for any dewatering issues. All that information is open for public access and...

The Sales team and the Sales Manager all no longer work from Vandyk. They have either left or been let go. They currently outsource sales to a company called "Bricks and Mortar Realty" https://brickandmortarrealty.ca/ Joanna in the office is the only "Sales" related staff.

Disappointing that its taking so long though. Would be nice if the builder would invest some time and attention to pay the trades on a regular basis so they show p and continue to make progress. The sooner we part with Vandyk the better.

https://www.tarion.com/homeowners/roles-responsibilities https://www.tarion.com/homeowners/pre-delivery-inspection You can look up any builder on the HCRA (Formerly Tarion) portal to see their chargeables on other sites with Tarion. Lets you know if your builder is reputable or not, although...

It will be built as per the Ontario Building Code and will be inspected by the City of Brampton. I wouldn't say "poor" quality, but most like cost efficient lower scale in price. They do need to install all components as per Tarion guidelines. I would advise everyone to review the Tarion...

Well said AHK...... It appears you have a Planning background!

You can contact the Builder and or Enercare and ask what the make and model numbers of the components that are being installed within your unit. Upon closing make sure all manufacturer literature for all mechanical equipment and appliance in your kitchen are in your unit at PDI. The one thing...

Since most are rental units, you can upgrade as needed with Enercare. Of course there will be additional costs with that. Enercare also under your rental agreement will come out and do yearly inspection and maintenance of your equipment without charge. You just need to contact them and setup...

Hope it helps everyone.

Ask the Builder to supply a longer time frame as a courtesy for the construction delays. Would recommend doing it as a group.

No worries, ask me anything you like and I'll do my best to help out.

Your units will most likely have a few rental components (I.e. Boiler, Furnace, Hot Water Tank and or Tankless Hot Water Tank , ERV). The issues they have had in the past is the unit installed are lower end units that require constant maintenance by yourselves. The units will be installed...

Tarion do need to respond to you as individuals regarding closing times and or delays in your projects. Your questions need to focus on those specific areas of concerns. Also the builder are required to notify homeowner's of milestones within the project timeframes. Remember, Tarion is there...

Sadly yes! Be very observanet on your PDI walks and report everything on your Tarion deficiency forms. Lots of issues in the past on their project with Mechanical systems within units. Speak with the Condo group at their "Crafstman Project"

Due to the financial market change, best to stay in the project as it will be difficult to find properties for the prices paid six years ago. Vandyk would love for you all to leave so they can resell at todays pricing. As mentioned, speaking with Tarion/Local MP/City of Brampton /Newspapers...

PCL has the same sort of issues as Toddglen. Mostly the issues are not on the Construction Management Group (I.E. Toddglen/PCL), it lye's upon the builder/Developer Vandyk Properties. Their mismanagement and payment of trades/suppliers as well as their high turnover within their head office...

No, this is an issue on all of their projects. Company philosophy to not pay trades on time and or the total amount of their agreed contract. Constant delays on payments and never the amount agreed upon when actually paid. Constant recycling of trades. Richard Ma is the CFO if you need to...

Strong words will not effect John Vandyk, he's got the thickest skin you'll ever see. The only way to effect change with John is through his pocket book or though negative publicity.

No worries. Also note that their hired General Construction Management company "Toddglen" was fired from your site and they hired "PCL" to take over from them as they were doing such a horrendous job with your project and so far behind on construction. But ironically they hired the Project...