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The new and improved CCDC 5B 2025

The Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) released consequential changes aimed at modernizing CCDC 5B contract.
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Contractors face higher risk on projects

Dramatically decreasing market demand has resulted in an erosion of project equity. For contractors, this environment presents acute risk.
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Managing risks in consultant contracts

Consultant contracts can be a minefield. Use of precise language, defining clear standards will help mitigate risks.
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The Builders’ Lien Trust

A trust places obligations on the trustee (the general contractor) to hold those funds for the benefit of specific beneficiaries.
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Contract A removal a significant violation in B.C.

The B.C. Construction Association is raising a red flag about the removal of Contract A from the procurement process.
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B.C. construction’s push for payment certainty

For B.C. contractors, cash flow is being severely restricted by payment delays or non-payment. Prompt payment legislation is urgently needed.
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Attracting foreign construction workers

With a shortage of skilled labour in Canada, attracting foreign workers continues to be a priority to spur economic growth.
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Negligence and dangerously defective work

A recent B.C. court case illuminates the intricate landscape of liability for negligence in construction when the risk level is dangerous.
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Collecting payment in uncertain times

Collecting unpaid accounts in challenging economic times requires careful attention and planning.
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Understanding collaborative contracts

Collaborative construction contracts are not new to Canada, but their popularity has increased significantly in the past few years.
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Get ready for prompt payment

B.C. is expected to follow other Canadian jurisdictions that have implemented prompt payment legislation, which sets payment timelines.
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Lien rights upon termination of head contract

A recent British Columbia Supreme Court decision re-visits the issue of when the lien period starts to run upon termination of a head contract.
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Pending registration lien frustration

A new land titles registration process is causing grief for all those involved with builders’ liens by creating a pending registration queue.
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Force majeure clauses in contracts

Since the beginning of COVID-19, one issue that has garnered attention in contracts is the applicability of force majeure clauses.

A First Look at Alberta’s prompt payment legislation

Alberta has introduced prompt payment legislation. McLennan Ross highlights the key changes that are proposed in Bill 37.

COVID 19: construction legal Q&A

The McLennan Ross Construction Group is working hard to stay ahead of the legal challenges during the COVID pandemic, providing answers to top questions.

Minimizing construction disputes

Delays and disputes can be disruptive and costly for construction projects. Learn about some of the common causes and how to resolve them.