Simon Edwards, Senior Acoustical Engineer at HGC Noise Vibration Acoustics will be joining members of the Condominium Practice Group to talk noise and vibrations.
Dragging chairs, late night voices, and elevator rumbles are some of the most common quality of life issue in condominiums. Join us for a practical session with an acoustical engineer and condo law counsel on the science, the strategy, and the law.
In this webinar we will cover:
- Common sources of condo noise and vibration such as voices, music, furniture movement, elevators, HVAC, and gyms
- The difference between airborne and structure borne sound
- How to investigate complaints through logs, evidence collection, basic measurement, and expert involvement
- Practical solutions including flooring underlays, isolation mounts, and operational adjustments
- Communication and compliance strategies for boards and managers
- Recent Condominium Authority Tribunal and Court decisions
The session is accredited by the Condominium Management Regulatory of Ontario (CMRAO). You may claim the credit through the reporting portal by logging into your CMRAO account.
Location:
Webinar on Zoom
Date:
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Time:
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Please RSVP before October 14, 2025
Guest Speaker
Simon Edwards
Associate, Senior Acoustical Engineer
Simon is an experienced acoustical engineer supporting buildings throughout permitting, design, construction, and operations. He specializes in noise and vibration control across a variety of building types, including concrete, wood-frame, steel, and mass-timber structures. Simon also investigates noise complaints, serves as an expert witness, and leads HVAC noise control initiatives. His work spans sound testing, speech intelligibility, reverberation control, and research in mass timber. Fluent in English and French, he works across North America.
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