Here’s the Drill: R. v. Sudbury Wrap-Up: Essential Takeaways for Construction Stakeholders
Background The Ontario Court of Appeal has recently issued what appears to be a final decision in the R. v. Sudbury saga; an important line of cases shaping how industry […]
Here’s The Drill: Ontario to Implement Important Updates to the Construction Act in 2025
Recently, the Building Ontario For You Act (“Bill 216”) received Royal Assent resulting in important updates to the Construction Act which will soon come into force in Ontario.[1] The impetus for these updates […]
Recent Court Decision Provides Guidance for How Owners Can Act With Due Diligence in the Context of OHSA Charges
Overview: A decision that was recently released by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (“SCJ”) provides some useful guidance to the construction industry on what it means for construction project […]
Here’s the Drill: Stay Up to Date with Recent CCDC Construction Contract Standard Form Updates
Key industry standard form contracts created by the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (“CCDC”) have been updated following consultation with industry stakeholders across all sectors of the construction industry. These 2023 […]
Here’s the Drill: The Court in Sjostrom Sheet Metal Ltd. v. Geo A. Kelson Company Limited Confirms That a Cost-Plus Contract is Not Equivalent to a Blank Cheque
Cost-plus arrangements are a common form of construction contract between project owners and contractors in Canada. These agreements create unique benefits and risks which should be carefully considered before entering […]
WeirFoulds Construction team’s popular “Tools for Success: Season 6” webinar series featured in Daily Commercial News
The sixth season of Tools for Success, a popular series of seminars hosted by partners Krista Chaytor and Jeff Scorgie of the WeirFoulds Construction Law Practice Group throughout the spring […]
52 WeirFoulds lawyers recognized in 2024 The Best Lawyers in Canada and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
WeirFoulds congratulates the 42 lawyers who have been recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada, and the 10 lawyers who have been recognized in the Best […]
Here’s The Drill: Court Rules that Sending a Thumbs-Up Emoji Can Constitute Acceptance of a Contract
The Facts In a recent decision in South West Terminal Ltd. v Achter Land, 2023 SKKB 116, the Court of King’s Bench for Saskatchewan held that a text message of […]
“Tools for Success: Season 5” featured in Daily Commercial News
The fifth season of Tools for Success, a popular series of seminars hosted by the WeirFoulds Construction Law Practice Group throughout the spring and fall, recently concluded after five successful […]
Here’s the Drill: Five Important Tips for Contractors to Comply with the Prompt Payment Rules under the Ontario Construction Act
The Ontario Construction Act (the “Act”) introduced the prompt payment rules in October 2019. These rules apply to most construction contracts in Ontario, including contracts for both public and private […]
Article by WeirFoulds Partners Jeff Scorgie and Michael Swartz recently cited in Daily Commercial News
“Early Occupancy in Construction Contracts: How does it really Work?”, an installment of the “Here’s the Drill” newsletter authored by Partners Jeff Scorgie and Michael Swartz, was recently cited by […]
Here’s the Drill: COCA’s Helpful Resource for Learning About Prompt Payment and Adjudication
Despite the prompt payment and adjudication rules under the Construction Act being introduced to Ontario in October 2019, many involved in construction projects continue to be unaware of or not […]
Daily Commercial News recaps the second half of “Tools for Success: Season 4”
The fourth season of Tools for Success, a popular series of seminars held by the WeirFoulds Construction Law Practice Group every spring and fall, recently wrapped up after a successful […]
Here’s the Drill: “Pay When Paid” Clauses in Subcontracts
Many subcontracts include payment terms that try to shield the contractor from having to pay a subcontractor in the absence of the contractor receiving payment from the owner. These clauses […]
WeirFoulds Construction Practice Group Concludes “Tools for Success: Season 4”
The WeirFoulds Construction Practice Group recently wrapped up Season 4 of its popular “Tools for Success” series of webinars, hosted by Partners Krista Chaytor and Jeff Scorgie. The series is […]