Major Updates to Ontario’s Construction Act: What You Need to Know

Bill 216, Building Ontario for You Act (Budget Measures), 2024—as refined by Bill 60—introduces significant changes to Ontario’s Construction Act, now in force as of early 2026. These reforms are designed to improve cash flow, streamline payment processes, and reduce disputes across the construction industry.

Key updates include:

  • Mandatory annual release of holdback
  • Elimination of statutory notices of non‑payment for holdback
  • Enhancements to the adjudication process
  • Measures aimed at reducing payment delays and uncertainty

To help industry members navigate these important changes, COCA is hosting an informational webinar.

Upcoming Webinar: Construction Act Changes Explained

Date & Time:
April 23, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. (ET)
Format: Zoom Webinar

Speaker

Glenn Ackerley
Chair, Construction Practice Group, WeirFoulds LLP

Glenn will provide a practical overview of the key amendments to the Construction Act under Bill 216, including:

  • Changes to the format of a “Proper Invoice”
  • When invoices are deemed to be Proper Invoices
  • Mandatory annual release of holdback
  • Elimination of notices of non‑payment for holdback
  • Extended adjudication timelines
  • Notice of Termination requirements

COCA gratefully acknowledges the Grand Valley Construction Association for hosting this webinar.

Register Now

Secure your spot by registering here:
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