Contract Risks – 2 Part Virtual Session February 25 & 27, 2025

It’s time for a refresh on contract risks, a 2-part series hosted by ECABC, RCABC and MCABC

Contract signing is a key part of every project agreement, but before taking that step are you paying attention to the details and the risks to you as the Trade Contractor? Whether new or experienced in the Mechanical, Electrical and Roofing industries, contract reviews and refreshes are important.

Construction lawyer Tyler Galbraith of JML will deliver two webinars to help you, as contractor owners, estimators and other management, understand:

• CCA 1and CCDC 17 Contracts and Supplementary conditions and their “hot spots”
• Delay claims – what needs to be included, timelines and the impact to the bottom line
• Change Orders vs Change Directives – what are your rights?!

Time will be provided for members to ask Tyler questions.

Event Details:
Day 1 – February 25, 2025, 8:00 am to 9:00 am TOPIC: CCA1 and CCDC 17 Contracts and Supplementary Conditions

Day 2 – February 27, 2025, 8:00 am to 9:00 am TOPIC: Delay Claims and Changes

*If you register for this session you will be sent the link to both days

Location: Zoom (link to be provided to registrants the day before the session)
Cost: Free for ECABC, MCABC and RCABC members

About the Presenter:

A highly experienced lawyer, Tyler Galbraith represents most stakeholders in the construction industry, including contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners. As well as acting as project counsel for clients, he provides advice on all aspects of construction projects, including contract drafting, procurement, dispute resolution, bond and insurance claims and liens. Approaching matters with a problem-solving perspective, he seeks to obtain the best result, as efficiently and effectively as possible. Tyler has appeared before all levels of court in British Columbia, and his involvement spans appeals, trials, arbitrations and mediations. He has acted in numerous builders lien and tender cases, disputes arising from delays, defective work, contract termination, bond claims, and insurance coverage matters. Prior to joining JML, Tyler clerked for five justices of the Supreme Court of British Columbia and then articled and worked as an associate at a national law firm where he gained general commercial litigation experience.