Fasken is pleased to invite you to its annual conference focused on the construction industry. Our team of specialized lawyers has developed a customized program for anyone wishing to keep abreast of developments in this area.

During this conference, the following topics will be addressed: 

1. What you should know about recent case law in construction law (2023)

Speakers: Mtre Annie Bernard and Mtre Nicolas-Karl Perrault
Brief description: In an overheated economy where the construction industry continues to bear the impact of inflation, labour shortages and rising financing costs, it’s more important than ever to stay informed about what the courts are saying about construction law. In the past year, several important judgments have been handed down, particularly regarding the obligations of the parties in the tendering process.
During their presentation, the speakers will discuss recent judgments that may be of interest to stakeholders in the construction industry.
This information may help the various construction stakeholders understand their respective obligations, make informed decisions and reduce litigation risks. This conference may also be of interest to lawyers practising in litigation or as in-house counsel who want to keep up with recent developments relevant to their practice.

2. The complexities of a legal hypothec of construction (builders lien)

Speakers: Mtre Christine Provencher and Mtre Alexandre Belzile
Brief description: The speakers will briefly review the principles of a legal hypothec of construction (known as a builders lien outside of Québec) and dive into legal nuances and potential difficulties using examples from recent case law to demystify this unique tool.

3. Contractor compliance: The importance of managing remedies

Speakers: Mtre Yves Turgeon, Mtre Audrey Charest and Mtre Janouk Charbonneau
Brief description: The consequences of inadequate management of the various civil, penal and administrative remedies can have a decisive impact on a contractor’s right to operate. An outline of the various remedies and recommendations for proactive management will be suggested with regard to the following legislation: Building Act and its regulations, Act respecting occupational health and safety and the Safety Code for the construction industry, Act respecting labour relations, vocational training and workforce management in the construction industry (R-20), regulations and collective agreements, Act respecting contracting by public bodies and its regulations.

Agenda

• 8:00 a.m. : Arrival of participants and breakfast
• 8:30 a.m.: Login
• 8:30 a.m.: What you should know about recent case law in construction law (2023)
• 9:30 a.m.: Break
• 9:45 a.m.: The complexities of a legal hypothec of construction (builders lien)
• 10:45 a.m.: Break
• 11:00 a.m.: Contractor compliance: The importance of managing remedies

Cost

This training is offered courtesy of Fasken. 

Webinar materials and recording: If you are unable to attend the live training, choose the option to submit materials and recording on the registration page.