Takeaways From Three Years Of Ontario Construction Adjudication Statistics

There are now three years of statistics available on Ontario's construction adjudication system. These statistics indicate potential implications for the future of construction adjudication through Ontario and Western Canada, where adjudication came into force in two provinces in 2022 (Saskatchewan, Alberta) and is being considered in other provinces (Manitoba, British Columbia).

Construction adjudication has been available in Ontario since October 1, 2019. Ontario's adjudication system is administered by the Ontario Dispute Adjudication for Construction Contracts, who put out an annual report (see our review of the 2021 Annual Report here).

These statistics show key takeaways that suggest how adjudication will continue to develop both in Ontario and in other provinces adopting construction adjudication systems. Key takeaways include: