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 employees and tradespeople on site, with what each one means for you.
Changes for workers
2 changesWorkSafeBC: new periodic equipment certification rules
Comes into force Sep 1, 2027 · in 10 months
What it means for you: Equipment you use should carry current certification under the amended rules.
Affects Contractor Trade contractor Worker Supplier
RBQ certificate mandatory for pre-purchase building inspectors
Comes into force Oct 1, 2027 · in 11 months
What it means for you: Practising inspectors must obtain the RBQ certificate before October 1, 2027.
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.