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Tariff Tensions: Managing risk through carefully drafted construction contracts

ReNew Canada July 15, 2025 7 min read
Nenew Canada
Tariff Tensions: Managing risk through carefully drafted construction contracts
AI Article Summary

The article discusses the impact of U.S.-Canada tariffs on the construction industry in Canada, highlighting challenges such as increased costs, procurement complications, and potential project delays. It outlines legal strategies like contract clauses for change-in-law, taxes, and force majeure as methods to mitigate these risks. The authors suggest that those involved in construction projects should carefully draft contracts and consider potential tariff impacts to allocate risk appropriately.