Drive the Success of Your Construction Project with Critical Industry & Legal Insights, Practical Solutions, and Nationwide Networking
Conference Co-Chairs

Graham Brown
Partner
Cassels, Brock & Blackwell LLP

Samantha Ambrozy
Solicitor, Legal Section, Legal Department
Toronto Transit Commission
Featured Speakers

Cherie Brant
Partner and National Leader, Indigenous Law
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Paul Dipede
Legal Counsel
DPD Law

Howard Krupat
Partner
DLA Piper

Augusto Patmore
Managing Director
Alvarez & Marsal

Preet Saini
Partner
McMillan LLP
Featuring Key Topics
Renewable Energy and Power Sector Spotlight: Examining the Cost Volatility and Unique Risks Associated with Negotiating Contracts
How to Build Successful Projects with Indigenous Communities: The Fine Print for Legal and Practical Operations
Understanding the Role of Delay Analysis in Navigating Construction Delay Claims
The Role of Dispute Boards in Construction: Streamlining Conflict Resolution for Better Project Outcomes
ABOUT THIS CONFERENCE
Navigating risk is a constant challenge at every stage of construction projects. Managing the complexities of stakeholders, schedules, and extensive documentation requires meticulous attention from inception to completion. Global and local issues, like supply chain volatility and the Canadian labour shortage, add further layers of difficulty that can determine a project’s success or failure.
The 17th National Conference on Navigating Risk in Construction Contracts & Projects will address the industry’s most pressing challenges, ensuring attendees leave with valuable insights and strategies tailored to their unique projects.
Our comprehensive two-day event will provide you with:
Expert Insights from top industry professionals to help you manage your most critical construction challenges.
Practical Strategies tailored to your specific projects, helping you navigate unique risks and priorities.
Timely Discussions on current issues affecting the construction industry and how to address them effectively.
Opportunities to Connect with peers, share experiences, and expand your professional network.
Join us to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to ensure your projects succeed amidst complexity and change.
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP
Add more value to your conference experience by signing up for these hands-on and practical workshops and consider sending your team!
WORKSHOP
A Primer on Crafting Legally Sound Project Correspondence: Avoiding Pitfalls with Precision Documentation
February 26, 2025
1:00 – 5:00 pm
Workshops are offered In-Person only
A MUST-ATTEND EVENT FOR
- Project Managers
- Risk Managers
- Lawyers in private and public practice
- Contract Administrators, Managers, and Specialists
- Engineers and Architects
- Construction Managers
- Procurement Specialists
- Estimators
- Construction Consultants
- Construction Associations
Earn CPD and Gold Seal Credits
Conference hours can be used towards the Gold Seal Certification application for credits, subject to credit approval upon review. This program qualifies for 4 Gold Seal credits for the conference and 1 Gold Seal credit for the workshop. Note: every 3 hours of learning equals 1 Gold Seal credit.
This program can be applied towards 9.75 Substantive hours of annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for Law Society of Upper Canada, the Law Society of Saskatchewan, the Law Society of British Columbia, the Law Society of Alberta, and the Barreau du Quebec. Members will also receive 3 additional CPD credit hours for the attendance of the workshop.
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Testimonials
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Good conference. Really interesting topics. I was impressed by the quality of attendees!
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Very informative topics on industry key construction issues.
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I greatly appreciated the open dialogues surrounding each presented topic. The atmosphere fostered a sense of camaraderie, with participants being friendly, open, and respectful..
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Very informative, panel speakers were excellent and very candid.