Builders Lien Holdback Requirements in BC: What Every Owner and Contractor Must Know
The Builders Lien Act, SBC 1997, c. 45 requires every owner and party in a BC construction contract to retain 10% of each progress payment
April 29, 2026
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How to File a Builders Lien in BC: Step-by-Step Guide
To put a builders lien on a property in BC, you usually must register a claim of builders’ lien at the Land Title Office within
April 27, 2026
Why Owners should not take lightly a notice of claim of lien from a subcontractor
In Lonsdale Quay Market Corporation v. Klondike Contracting Corporation 2025 BCCA 461, the British Columbia Court of Appeal confirmed that if an owner, despite receiving
April 16, 2026
Suing a Contractor for Poor Workmanship in Canada
Yes, you can sue a contractor for poor workmanship in Canada. Homeowners in British Columbia have multiple legal pathways to recover losses caused by substandard
April 15, 2026
Construction Project Nightmares: How to Move On From Your Contractor
Construction projects—whether building a new home, developing a commercial property, or undertaking a major renovation—are complex undertakings. When problems arise with your contractor, the project
April 2, 2026
Choosing the Right Legal Structure: A Guide for Indigenous Businesses
Indigenous Peoples have long maintained sophisticated systems of trade and governance, a practice that continues today as Indigenous governments further advance economic self-determination within Canada’s legal landscape.
March 9, 2026