Courses

Advanced Contract Law

Take your contract administration skills to the next level with this deep-dive workshop that tackles performance issues, legal risks, and ethical decision-making in municipal construction projects.

Registration Info

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November 18, 2025
Fee:
Member Rate - $600.00
Duration:
One Day

What You’ll Learn

  • Navigate complex contract performance and variation scenarios with confidence 
  • Understand liquidated damages, penalties, and remedies for breach 
  • Apply ethical principles and risk analysis to contract administration 
  • Prepare for legal proceedings, including being called as a witness 
  • Strengthen relationships with contractors through sound documentation and communication 

Course Description

Advanced Contract Law is designed for experienced municipal professionals ready to deepen their understanding of contract administration. This workshop builds on foundational knowledge to explore the nuances of performance, variation, and legal accountability in construction contracts. Participants will examine real-world case law, dissect tendering processes, and learn how to manage ethical dilemmas and risk. 

With a focus on express and implied terms, this course equips you to make informed decisions, maintain strong contractor relationships, and prepare for potential legal proceedings. If you’ve taken Introduction to Contract Law or have five years of experience, this is your next step. 

Course Details

Recommended for municipal professionals with advanced experience in contract administration, including: 

  • Contract managers and inspectors 
  • Procurement officers 
  • Project supervisors 
  • Public works leaders 
  • Anyone who has completed the Introduction to Contract Law workshop 
  • Review of Basic Contract Law Principles and Terms 
  • The Tendering Process 
  • Liquidated Damages and Penalties 
  • Contract Performance and Variations 
  • Ethical Considerations and Contractor Relationships 
  • Being Called as a Witness 

Participants should be familiar with requests for tenders and construction contracts. 

  • OACETT: Eligible for technical specialist program (Point Value: 5) 
  • Engineering Institute of Canada: Awards 7 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) 

Delivered through lectures, class discussions, and small group exercises. Participants will analyze leading case law, explore best practices for tender preparation and bid evaluation, and learn how to document facts accurately and effectively.