(The Writ of Enforcement form is located on the Alberta Courts website). Writs expire after 2 years. The judgment creditor must file a Status Report with the Personal Property Registry prior to expiry to renew the Writ. Do writs expire in Alberta? A writ may be lapsed on application made after the expiration of 60 […]
Author: Clint Curtis
How Long Does A Contractor Have To File A Lien In Alberta?
45 days. The lien MUST be filed at Land Titles within the following calendar (not business) days; a. 45 days for a regular lien, OR b. 90 days for an oil and gas lien From the date the work was completed or the last materials supplied. What is the general limitation of time a contractor […]
What Is Certificate Of Lis Pendens Alberta?
A certificate of lis pendens is intended to provide notice of pending litigation in respect to a particular parcel of land. When you see a certificate of lis pendens registered on a property title this usually means that the property owner has been sued, but there is no judgment yet. How do I remove lis […]
Do We Have Swans In Manitoba?
Although still officially listed as “Extirpated”, the number of Trumpeter Swan sightings in Manitoba have been increasing annually in recent years. Several pairs now nest in Riding Mountain National Park (first observed in 2002). A pair with fledged young was found near Bissett by Christian Artuso in 2007. What kind of swans are in Manitoba? […]
What Is A Builders Lien Holdback Alberta?
In Alberta, the holdback period ends 60 days from the date of issuance of a certificate of substantial performance, or where there is no such certificate, the completion of a contract. This period is extended to 90 days for improvements related to an oil or gas well or site, or concrete related work. What is […]
What Is An Alberta Public Service Employee?
APS members are professional, non-partisan employees who deliver programs and services to Albertans and provide evidence-based, impartial advice and recommendations to the Government of Alberta to aid its decision-making. Who is considered a public service employee in Alberta? Public servant means a person elected, selected, appointed, em- ployed, or otherwise designated as one of the […]
How Long Do You Have To Pay An Invoice In Alberta?
Project owners must pay the amount payable to contractors within 28 calendar days of receiving a proper invoice (see Billing and invoices below). If a project owner disputes an invoice, they must give notice to the contractor within 14 calendar days of receiving the invoice. How long does a company have to invoice you for […]
Can A Visitor Drive In Alberta?
A person visiting Alberta who is authorized to drive a motor vehicle of a particular class or type under a valid licence or permit issued outside Alberta is not required to hold a current and valid driver’s licence if the person drives the same type or class of motor vehicle while visiting in Alberta. Can […]
What Do I Need To Do When I Land In Canada?
When you come to Canada, you must show your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) and Canadian immigrant visa to a Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) officer at the Port of Entry. What should I do when I first land in Canada? Services and information Get a permanent resident card. Apply for a permanent resident […]
How Is Manitoba Divided?
Manitoba is divided by three of Canada’s seven physiographic regions. These three regions are the Hudson Bay Lowland, the Canadian Shield and the Interior Plains. Geography of Manitoba. Article by T.R. Weir Updated by Erin James-Abra How many divisions are there in Manitoba? 23 census divisionsStatistics Canada divides the province of Manitoba into 23 census […]