- with Senior Company Executives, HR and Inhouse Counsel
- with readers working within the Aerospace & Defence and Basic Industries industries
The British Columbia government has launched an engagement as part of its efforts to bring the Construction Prompt Payment Act (the “Act”) into force. The Act aims to address longstanding concerns about delayed payments to contractors and subcontractors working in the province’s construction sector.
To guide the regulatory development process, the Ministry of Infrastructure has released a discussion paper setting out key policy questions. The paper has been circulated among construction industry partners, who are invited to respond through written submissions. The goal is to ensure that the rules and policies that underpin the Act are practical and workable for those operating in the industry.
According to a British Columbia government information bulletin, stakeholders and industry partners are asked to provide input on a range of matters central to how the legislation will operate, including:
- the scope of the Act and which parties and projects it should cover;
- whether the Act should take effect all at once or be phased in over time;
- the manner in which invoices, notices, and payments will be deemed to have been delivered or received;
- the calculation of applicable deadlines and business days;
- the rate of interest payable on late payments;
- the credentials, training requirements, and fee structures applicable to adjudicators;
- preparedness across the industry, including the development of standardized forms; and
- any further supports that may be needed to facilitate a smooth transition.
The consultation window runs from May 26, 2026, to July 7, 2026.
If you have questions about how the Act will impact your business, or how you can get involved in the consultation process, reach out to McMillan’s Construction and Infrastructure Group.
For more information on the Construction Prompt Payment Act, please refer to our prior bulletins: Get Paid, Not Played: B.C. Introduces Prompt Payment Bill and Royal Assent Granted: Preparing for Prompt Payment in BC.
The foregoing provides only an overview and does not constitute legal advice. Readers are cautioned against making any decisions based on this material alone. Rather, specific legal advice should be obtained.
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