British Columbia’s new Arbitration Act and the VANIAC

By Rachel Howie and Chelsea Wilson

September 22, 2020

British Colombia made substantial changes to the Arbitration Act that came into force on September 1, 2020. Our authors discuss how these changes impact the new dynamic and their effects on the appointment of arbitrators and the arbitration process.

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About Rachel Howie

Rachel Howie is the co-leader of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution group in Canada and the national Alternative Dispute Resolution and Arbitration group. Her practice focuses on international and domestic arbitration and litigation, primarily in the energy, mining and natural resources industries.

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About Chelsea Wilson

Chelsea Wilson is a partner in the Construction, Infrastructure and PPP and Litigation and Dispute Resolution groups. She provides strategic advice to clients during all stages of the procurement and construction process and has a breadth of experience advising developers and contractors on a variety of disputes including negligence claims, delay, builders’ liens, defects in design and workmanship, enforcement of restrictive covenants, as well as residential and commercial real estate development.

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