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As Alberta’s construction season gains momentum, so does the reality of our changing climate. From the orange haze of wildfire smoke to sudden inclement weather deluges, project timelines are increasingly at the mercy of environmental forces. For contractors and owners alike, understanding how Alberta law treats these events is no longer a fine print exercise,…

For those in the Alberta construction industry, 2025 was a year of rapid legislative evolution in construction law. Between the expansion of prompt payment to the public sector and new exemptions for design professionals, the landscape for Alberta construction law has changed significantly. To support your planning for the year ahead, here is a straightforward…

Construction lien legislation is designed to protect individuals and entities that contribute to the improvement of land or property by granting them a statutory interest, subject to clearly defined legislative limits. This principle was reinforced in Homes by Hendriks Inc v Honsberger, 2025 ONSC 2237 (“Honsberger“). The Facts The homeowners retained a contractor to construct…

When forming a corporation and developing a strategy, businesses often prioritize the creation of a business plan. This document outlines an enterprise’s objectives, market analysis, and financial projections. While a business plan is foundational for securing investment and guiding a company’s operations, the shareholder agreement is equally, if not more, important for ensuring the company’s…

When disaster strikes — whether a pandemic, wildfires, or global supply chain issues — who is responsible for the delay? The answer often lies in a part of the contract called the “force majeure” clause.  What Is Force Majeure, and Why Should You Care? In a construction contract, a force majeure clause is a provision…

More than two years after the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (the PPCLA) came into force, Alberta marked another significant milestone in construction law with the royal assent of the Service Alberta Statutes Amendment Act (the Act). This new legislation, passed on December 5, 2024, introduces changes to the Condominium Property Act, the PPCLA,…