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Federal prompt payment legislation in effect
New federal prompt payment legislation came into effect on December 9, 2023, addressing long-standing construction industry concerns.
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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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Late payments top BCCA annual survey
Demand for construction services is high, but labour supply and late payments are major challenges.
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Manitoba moves closer to prompt payment
Manitoba has introduced amendments to the Builders’ Liens Act to make prompt payment a reality.
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Getting paid in construction
In the construction industry, there is no shortage of challenges. Managing cash flow problems due to delay in payments is one of the most significant.
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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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B.C. construction statistics report is bleak
The construction statistics reported in the Fall 2022 BCCA Industry Stat Pack paint a stark picture for B.C. contractors.
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Alberta prompt payment comes into effect
Alberta has a new prompt payment framework, saying it ushers in payment timelines and a dispute resolution proces.
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BCCA survey shows increased construction activity
The B.C. construction industry is busy and need more skilled workers, according to the annual BCCA Industry Survey.
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Alberta prompt payment in effect August 2022
Alberta’s government has passed the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act and supporting regulations, which come into effect August.
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Industry group formed to push prompt payment
An industry working group has been established by the B.C. provincial government to accelerate progress on prompt payment legislation.
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New B.C. industry survey identifies top concerns
BC Construction Association (BCCA) has released a new industry survey for Construction Month 2021 that identifies top concerns
CondoBusiness
What the new Construction Act means for condos
Construction is a billion-dollar industry in Canada. While most large projects at condominiums proceed relatively smoothly, there is always risk of friction for contractors and
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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.
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Alberta introduces prompt payment legislation
New legislation will introduce prompt payment timelines into Alberta’s construction sector, ensuring contractors get paid on time.
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Feds seek input on prompt payment legislation
The Government of Canada is seeking industry input and recommendations on federal prompt payment legislation to ensure construction contractors are paid.
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Bill 142 ensures contractors get prompt payment
On December 5, Bill 142 passed third reading in the Ontario Legislature. The Bill requires that all public work in the province be protected by bonds.
