From Bids to Bricks: Legal and Insurance Essentials

Tuesday, September 29 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET

Join Gowling WLG and Aon for the next installment of our seven-part webinar series designed to help construction and infrastructure stakeholders navigate an increasingly complex project landscape. Whether you are an owner, contractor, consultant, or insurance or risk management professional, this session will provide practical insights to support informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Session overview

We will explore key considerations related to construction liens and payment requirements across Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia. Topics will include:

• Construction lien fundamentals, such as what can be liened, who can claim a lien, and against whom
• Key timelines and requirements for lien preservation, perfection, expiry, and removal
• Holdback requirements, trust provisions, and when holdback can be released
• The interaction between lien rights and construction contracts
• Prompt payment requirements, including payment timelines for owners, contractors, and subcontractors, and the requirements for a proper invoice
• Bonding requirements for public projects
• Key similarities and differences between Ontario’s Construction Act and lien legislation in Alberta and British Columbia

We look forward to having you join us on September 29 for an informative discussion.

Speakers

• Ted Betts – Partner & Head of Infrastructure and Construction Group, Gowling WLG
• Aaron Hunter – Partner, Gowling WLG
• Jordan Crone – Partner, Gowling WLG
• Jeremy Sapers – Partner, Gowling WLG

Tuesday, October 27 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET

Navigate environmental liability exposures and available insurance solutions, while providing a practical overview of bonding, including the purpose of surety bonds, underwriting considerations, and common contract security requirements for construction projects.

Speakers:

• Preya Prashad – Vice President, Account Executive, National Surety & Performance Security Group, Aon
• Justin Perry – Senior Vice President & National Practice Leader – Environmental Risk Solutions, Aon
• Sean Hoare – Senior Vice President, Construction Services Group, Aon

Tuesday, November 24 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET

Gain practical guidance on managing contractual rights, notices, changes, and claims throughout the project lifecycle. Participants will also enhance their understanding of adjudication processes and the role of insurance in responding to construction claims and disputes.

Speakers:

• Matthew Bernardo – Partner, Gowling WLG
• Asif Lasani – Partner, Gowling WLG
• Brian Rosenbaum – National Claims Director, Aon

Thursday, December 10 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET

Details & speakers to be confirmed.