Critical Updates for Construction Law and Practice in Ontario
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Critical Updates for Construction Law and Practice in Ontario
Program Chairs
Sandra Astolfo
Partner, WeirFoulds LLP
Marcia Oliver, CS, QArb
General Counsel, and VP Legal & Indigenous Relations, Bennett Group
Stay current on how to navigate key shifts impacting Ontario construction law.
Ontario’s construction landscape is continuing to experience transformation. With the 2025 Construction Act amendments now in force – including mandatory annual holdback releases, expanded adjudication rights, and new lien expiry timelines – legal and industry professionals must be ready to adapt quickly and strategically.
Whether you’re advising owners, contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers, this essential and information-packed program is designed to deliver critical insights and practical tools to help you manage risk, resolve disputes, and meet your evolving legal obligations with confidence.
Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Construction Act amendments – what’s changed, what’s still unclear, and how to implement the new rules on holdbacks, lien rights, and adjudication
Adjudication in practice – lessons learned from recent decisions and how to leverage the expanded scope of adjudication to resolve disputes more efficiently.
Evolving role of “proper invoices” – what the new default rules mean and how to protect your client’s payment rights
Risk allocation and a shifting legal landscape – tactics for drafting and negotiating contracts that reflect the new realities of cascading obligations and tighter timelines
Insurance and surety trends – what insurers are watching for in 2026 and how to avoid common coverage pitfalls
Caselaw round-up – top insights and takeaways from important decisions that are reshaping how courts interpret construction contracts, delay claims, and liability
Who Should Attend
Construction and in-house lawyers
Litigation and real estate lawyers
Municipal, government and procurement professionals
Owners and developers
Builders and construction professionals
Project, risk or contract managers
Business, finance or operations professionals
Insurance professionals
Architects
Engineers
Consultants
Faculty
Program Chairs
Sandra Astolfo
Partner, WeirFoulds LLP
Marcia Oliver, CS, QArb
General Counsel, and VP Legal & Indigenous Relations, Bennett Group
Senior Vice President Legal and General Counsel, Flynn Group of Companies
Chris Moran
General Counsel, Maple Reinders Group Ltd.
Martine Morin
Unit Director and Counsel, Lawyers’ Professional Indemnity Company (LawPRO)
Jennifer Roberts
Counsel, Gibbs & Associates
Maria Ruberto
Pallett Valo LLP
Neeta Sandu
Pallett Valo LLP
Jeff Scorgie
WeirFoulds LLP
Michael Valo
Partner, Glaholt Bowles LLP
Hayley Watts
Senior Legal Counsel, Legal Services, Halton Region
John Vanos
Certified Adjudicator, Ontario Dispute Adjudication for Construction Contracts (ODACC)
“Lots of good information and insights. I was very pleased with the [online] program – convenient and did not require any additional travel or accommodations.”
Newly licensed regulated professionals within the past 2 years receive 50% off the regular program fee.
Time
Apr 1, 2026 9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m (ET)
Substitution of registrants is permitted at any time prior to the start date of the program. If you are unable to find a substitute, a full refund is available if a cancellation request is received in writing 14 days prior to the start of the program. If a cancellation request is made with less than 14 days notice, an administrative fee equal to 20% of the program cost, to a maximum of $250 will apply per person. Payment is required to receive access to the program.
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“Very good. I liked that it wasn’t for junior lawyers”
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The hours below are for the 2025 iteration of the program and should be used as an estimate only. Confirmed hours will be available soon.
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All online; combination of live and asynchronous learning.
Feb 5, 2026
Online (Replay)
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