OBA Construction and Infrastructure Law PROGRAM | Original Program Date: November 29, 2018

Join us for our second joint Ottawa/Toronto Evening with the Masters, with dinner programs in each city and presentations by video conference. This is a unique opportunity to discuss the latest developments in construction law directly with Masters in both Ottawa and Toronto. Get the perspective of all the Masters as they come together in a panel to share their views on issues affecting construction lawyers.

Gain valuable insight into the most pressing topics, including:

• The impact of the new Construction Act on the courts and the work the Masters are doing
• Critical issues surrounding:
  • Transition rules
  • New lien periods and security for costs
  • Right to information and written notices of lien
  • Exaggerated and false claims for lien
  • Small Claims Court references
  • New definitions - capital repairs and price
  • Set-off rights
  • Holdbacks
  • Termination of contracts

• Construction law procedural issues unique to Ottawa
• Practice tips for lawyers when appearing in Masters Court

Register now for what promises to be a highly informative and enjoyable evening with the Masters!

PROGRAM CHAIRS

Lea Nebel, Blaney McMurtry LLP
Shane Kazushner, Morrison Brown Sosnovitch LLP

PROGRAM SPEAKERS

Master Marie Fortier, Superior Court of Justice
Master Michael McGraw, Superior Court of Justice
Master Robert A. Muir, Superior Court of Justice
Master Donald E. Short, Superior Court of Justice
Master Charles G. T. Wiebe, Superior Court of Justice