VICTORIA — The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) is welcoming news from B.C.’s attorney general, who has directed her ministry to prepare prompt payment legislation.
It’s been a long time coming to get to this point, with the BCCA and many other industry associations advocating for swift action in order to ensure contractors get paid in a timely manner.
“We’re pleased to see the B.C. government take steps toward ensuring payment certainty for the construction industry,” said Chris Atchison, president of the BCCA, in a statement.
“This legislation is absolutely crucial to support, attract and retain the investment and workforce our province and economy need to keep growing, and keep growing strong.”
The delay in passing prompt payment legislation over the years has had a significant impact on the province’s construction industry, the BCCA writes, and now the timing is even more critical given the challenging economic times.
“Prompt payment legislation must be informed by the perspectives and needs of those impacted — the construction industry must always have a seat at the table,” emphasized Atchison. “From homes to hospitals, B.C. depends on its construction industry to get the job done. Now, let’s get this done for the industry.”
The BCCA intends to work with the provincial government to advance this legislation in a timely manner.
For more information, check out promptpayment.ca.
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