WATCH – 2025 Construction Law: Year in Review
On November 18, 2025, our Infrastructure, Construction & Procurement group hosted a highly attended webinar, “2025 Construction Law: Year in Review.” Presented by Satinder Sidhu, ... Continued
Enforcing and Defending Builders Liens: What Contractors and Owners Need to Know in Times of Economic Uncertainty
When times are uncertain, cash flow and payment disputes in construction projects can quickly become critical. With the introduction of the new prompt payment legislation, ... Continued
Key Updates to the CCDC 30 – 2025
By Scott Lamb and Kim Do This summer, the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) released the CCDC 30 – 2025, the revised standard form contract ... Continued
[Upcoming Webinar] 2025 Construction Law: Year in Review
Successful construction projects rely on a solid understanding of the legal framework governing all parties involved. Over the past year, that framework has evolved with ... Continued
B.C. to Enact Prompt Payment and Adjudication Legislation
By Satinder Sidhu Prompt payment and adjudication legislation has been implemented across Canada and now, in B.C., Bill 20 proposes the enactment of the Construction ... Continued
Re Fakoori: A Lower Standard for Breach of Trust Claims in the Construction Law Context?
By Scott Lamb and Cameron N. Fox Under the British Columbia Builders Lien Act, failure of a general contractor or contractors down the construction chain ... Continued
Clark Wilson Lawyers Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada 2026
Best Lawyers has recognized 9 Clark Wilson lawyers in the 2026 edition of its Ones to Watch in Canada list, reflecting the continued strength of ... Continued
Clark Wilson Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada 2026 Edition
The Best Lawyers in Canada 2026 edition has recognized 40 Clark Wilson lawyers for their professional excellence across 23 practice areas. This recognition reflects the ... Continued
KEY UPDATES TO THE 2025 CCDC 5A, 5B & 17
By Scott Lamb and Kim Do For the first time since 2010, the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) updated its construction management contracts: CCDC 5A ... Continued
The Shimco Lien Lives Another Day – Kingdom Langley Project Limited Partnership v. WQC Mechanical Ltd., 2025 BCCA 169
By Carter Moe and Hunter Lang Construction professionals will be familiar with Shimco Metal Erectors Ltd. v. North Vancouver (District), 2003 BCCA 193 [Shimco], a ... Continued
Missed Deadlines, Lost Rights: Builders Lien Timelines Strictly Enforced for Certificates of Substantial Completion
By Dan W. Melnick and Satinder Sidhu A recent decision from the BC Supreme Court emphasizes the necessity for strict compliance with the statutory timelines ... Continued
Update on The Proposed Bill 15 – 2025 Infrastructure Projects Act
By Kim Do and Roy Nieuwenburg, K.C. We previously reported on the proposed Bill 15: Infrastructure Projects Act, here, aimed to expedite the construction of ... Continued