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E-Paper | Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act
The Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act came into effect on August 29, 2022 and replaced the Builders’ Lien Act. Authored by W. Donald Goodfellow KC and Adrianna Worman, this comprehensive paper covers those changes and provides direction for lawyers dealing with matters within the Alberta builders’ liens regime. Click …
Now On Demand | Understanding Relocation Provisions In Commercial Leasing
Relocation clauses in commercial leases give landlords the right to force their tenants to relocate to a different space. Although relocation clauses are important for landlords, they can have a significant impact on commercial tenants. Bianca Kratt KC of Parlee McLaws LLP recently presented a webinar for us titled, “Understanding Relocation …
Bill 19 Amends Alberta’s Condominium Property Act
If passed, Bill 19 will introduce major revisions to Alberta’s Condominium Property Act. The main amendments relate to charging back costs for damage and enabling simpler voting methods for condominium boards. The legislation intends to reduce financial risk of condominium ownership by allowing condominium corporations to charge damages and costs …
Indigenous Leaders in the Alberta Legal Community Series | Justice Cheryl Arcand-Kootenay
This week, as part of our series highlighting the achievements of Indigenous members of the Alberta legal community, we would like to spotlight Justice Cheryl Arcand-Kootenay. Justice Cheryl Arcand-Kootenay is a Cree woman from the Kipohtakaw (Alexander) First Nation. She grew up on her First Nation with her community, parents, …
New Benefit for LESA Library Subscribers: 50% Off On-Demand Programs
We are happy to announce a new benefit for subscribers of the LESA Library. Whether you subscribe to one, two, or all six core areas of law, we are pleased to offer you 50% off our entire collection of on-demand programs. What are On-Demand Programs? LESA’s on-demand programs are recordings …
Alberta Revises the Title of its Superior Trial Court
With the passing of the late Queen Elizabeth II, we wish to express our deepest condolences to the Royal Family. Her Majesty dedicated over 70 years of her life to public service – the longest reigning Monarch in British history. As Head of the Commonwealth, Her Majesty was a much …
2022 Update | LESA’s Alberta Real Estate Practice Manual
Updated July, 2022, LESA’s Alberta Real Estate Practice Manual outlines key areas of knowledge for Alberta practitioners in the area of real estate law. Whether you practice in commercial or residential real estate, this manual is for you. The Alberta Real Estate Practice Manual sets out the core duties, obligations, …
Builders’ Lien Act–The Introduction of the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (PPCLA) in Alberta, by Adrianna Worman
It has been over 20 years since there have been any significant changes to the Builders’ Lien Act[1]. However, at the end of August, Alberta will follow in the footsteps of Ontario and Saskatchewan with the introduction of the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (the “PPCLA”). The Builders Lien …
