COCA Summary of the Buy Ontario Act, 2025

COCA has prepared a summary on Bill 72 — the Buy Ontario Act, 2025, which introduces new rules affecting public‑sector construction and infrastructure procurement across Ontario.

With mandatory Buy Ontario directives now in effect, contractors and suppliers may see changes to bid eligibility, evaluation criteria, and compliance requirements, particularly for provincially funded and municipal projects.

The summary provides a practical overview of:

• How Buy Ontario requirements apply to public construction projects
• Potential changes to bid eligibility and evaluation models
• New compliance and reporting obligations for contractors
• Increased enforcement and funding‑related risks
• Strategic considerations for Ontario‑based and non‑Ontario firms