When you hire someone to repair or renovate your home, or build a new home for you, there is a wide range of provincial/territorial laws and regulations that can apply. As well, building codes and various local requirements are enforced by your municipality. As the property owner, it's important for you to know that these laws and regulations are being observed. In many cases you, not the person or company you hire, will be held responsible if laws or regulations are broken.

Hiring a professional contractor and having a written contract are the most important steps in this process. The other sections of this site examine the types of information that should be included in your contract and discuss building codes and municipal regulations. This section is focused on information and links related to the provincial/territorial laws in place where you live.

The specific laws and regulations that can apply to your project will vary depending on the type of work involved, who is doing it, and the business relationship you establish with the person or company you hire. Laws and regulations also vary between municipalities, and particularly between provinces and territories, so what applies in one area of the country may not apply in other areas.

Each provincial/territorial page provides key links to sources of information in your province or territory. As well, general commentary on the legal and regulatory environment in your province or territory is provided, where relevant. A more detailed listing of related provincial/territorial laws is also provided, with on-line links to the legislation.

Please note that the information provided here is quite general and is provided for illustrative purposes only. The content of this website is not intended as legal advice. To obtain legal advice specific to your situation, consult a lawyer licensed to practice in your province or territory.