New Construction Laws
New and upcoming construction laws, building codes and regulations across Canada, and what each change means for owners, buyers, contractors, trades, workers, suppliers and designers. Every entry links to the official source.
32 changes
Showing changes that affect subcontractors and trade contractors, with what each one means for you.
Changes for trades
2 changesNova Scotia energy Tier 2 and building Tier 3 scheduled
Comes into force Apr 1, 2027 · in 5 months
What it means for you: Insulation and HVAC trades will need to meet tighter energy targets.
Affects Owner Contractor Trade contractor Supplier Designer
WorkSafeBC: new periodic equipment certification rules
Comes into force Sep 1, 2027 · in 10 months
What it means for you: Crane, hoist and scaffold contractors should check the new certification requirements.
Affects Contractor Trade contractor Worker Supplier
Plain-language summaries by ArtBuild, checked against the official source on the date shown on each page. This is general information, not legal advice, and you are responsible for how you use it. Laws change: always read the official text, and we recommend asking a lawyer or the regulator about your situation.