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CALGARY, ALTA. — Proposed amendments to Alberta’s Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (PPCLA) as well as the Public Works Act (PWA) are being met with optimism from the Calgary Construction Association (CCA) and other industry stakeholders.

“These changes represent a promising step toward strengthening fairness and efficiency in Alberta’s construction sector,” a release from the CCA states.

The amendments introduce clearer definitions for payment deadlines and adjudication processes. More specifically, the revisions to the PPCLA and PWA will enable prompt payment from contractors to subcontractors and suppliers, enhancing cash flow and stability throughout the industry.

There is also the addition of “proper invoice” guidelines for public works projects, which sets a consistent and timely payment schedule.

This allows “contractors to focus on delivering high-quality work rather than navigating lengthy payment disputes,” the CCA states.

The province itself will also adopt prompt payment standards, a significant advancement that the CCA has long advocated for.

“Reliable, timely payments are essential to maintaining a thriving construction industry,” says Bill Black, president and CEO of the CCA, in a statement. “These amendments signify Alberta’s commitment to supporting our construction workforce and ensuring they can focus on building the infrastructure that our province relies on.”

“On behalf of the Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta, and the entire construction sector, we extend our sincere thanks to the Alberta government for listening to industry concerns and taking decisive action by subjecting itself to Alberta’s Prompt Payment Legislation,” added Jason Kuziw, president of the Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta

“This critical step demonstrates the government’s commitment to fairness and transparency in our sector.”