The Clark Wilson LLP Podcast

On January 21, 2026, Clark Wilson LLP's Infrastructure, Construction & Procurement group hosted a complimentary webinar titled "Enforcing and Defending Builders Liens: What Contractors and Owners Need to Know in Times of Economic Uncertainty." Presented by our lawyers Carter Moe, Dan Melnick, and Kim Do, the session examined builders liens and the impact of British Columbia's new prompt payment regime, including key compliance requirements and enforcement considerations under the Builders Lien Act.

Topics Covered

1. Prompt Payment and Adjudication: Overview and key timelines
2. Claim of Lien: What it is and why it matters
3. Lienable Interest: Land that can and cannot be liened
4. Quantum of Liens: Determining the lien amount
5. Filing Deadlines: Key timelines and triggering events
6. Holdback: Purpose and risks of non-retention
7. Trust: Use of trust monies and compliance obligations
8. Lien Enforcement: Steps to enforce a claim
9. Discharge: How to remove liens from title
10. Compliance: Understanding strict requirements under the Act