The Government of British Columbia has announced an industry engagement process to support implementation of the new Construction Prompt Payment Act, legislation designed to promote fair, timely payment practices for contractors and subcontractors across the construction sector.

The consultation process will help shape the regulations required to bring the act into force, ensuring future rules reflect the practical realities of construction businesses operating on the ground.

Industry engagement is being conducted through the B.C. Construction Prompt Payment Act discussion paper, which has been distributed to construction stakeholders for written feedback submissions.

Contractors, subcontractors, owners, and other affected parties are encouraged to provide input on how the legislation should be implemented.

The consultation period runs from May 26, 2026, to July 7, 2026.

The discussion paper seeks feedback on several important regulatory and operational issues, including:

• Scope of the Act — how broadly the legislation should apply across construction projects
• Implementation Approach — phased rollout versus full implementation
• Invoice and Payment Rules — when invoices, notices, and payments are considered delivered or received
• Deadline Calculations — how business days and payment timelines should be defined
• Late Payment Interest Rates — financial penalties for overdue payments
• Adjudicator Requirements — qualifications, training, and fee structures for dispute adjudicators
• Industry Readiness — standardized forms, processes, and implementation preparedness
• Additional Support Measures — resources needed to assist industry adoption

The Construction Prompt Payment Act aims to strengthen payment protections for construction businesses, workers, and smaller contractors that often face delayed payments and cash flow challenges.

According to the discussion paper, prompt-payment legislation is intended to help businesses:

• Receive payments on time
• Resolve payment disputes faster
• Improve financial certainty across construction projects
• Strengthen protections for workers and small businesses

Before the legislation becomes operational, the province is seeking industry input to ensure the framework is practical, effective, and aligned with construction industry needs.

The consultation represents a significant step toward establishing a more transparent and reliable construction payment system in British Columbia.

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