NEW CCDC Documents in 2025 (CCDC 5A | 5B, 17 and 30)

With new Construction Management (CM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) construction documents coming soon, the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) is thrilled to be hosting an in-person seminar in Winnipeg from 8:00 to 12:30 on May 13, 2025.

In this seminar, you will be guided on the use and application of the following new documents: CCDC 5A, 5B and 17 and the CCDC 30 and the key changes in the CCDC 2 that have been incorporated into these documents.

New Documents Include:

• CCDC 5A ‘Construction Management Contract – for Services’
• CCDC 5B ‘Construction Management Contract – for Services and Construction’
• CCDC 17 ‘Stipulated Price Contract for Trade Contractors on Construction Management Projects’
• CCDC 30 ‘Integrated Project Delivery Contract’
• CCDC 30 Guide ‘Guide to the Integrated Project Delivery Contract’

Seminar Topics: 

CCDC 2 – 2020 – Ready-for-Takeover

• Why Ready-for-Takeover was introduced as the key project milestone
• The difference between substantial performance and Ready-for-Takeover
• The prerequisites for achieving Ready-for-Takeover
• How Ready-for-Takeover impacts release of holdback, warranty, insurance, and other aspects of the project
• Other key considerations and best practice guidance

Construction Management

• Benefits, risks, and when the construction management delivery model is best used
• Differences between the CCDC 5A and 5B models of construction management, including the roles of the Owner and the Construction Manager
• Latest trends and challenges with construction management contracts
• The extent and limits of the Construction Manager’s responsibilities (e.g. design, safety)
• What’s been changed from the 2010 versions of the three contract forms

CCDC 5A and 17

• How the CCDC 2 – 2020 Ready-for-Takeover milestone has been implemented in the unique CCDC 5A/17 model
• The makeup of the Construction Manager’s compensation for their services
• How the roles of Owner and Consultant differ under the CCDC 5A model
• The numerous services performed by the Construction Manager
• Important differences between CCDC 17 and CCDC 2

CCDC 5B

• The Construction Manager’s obligations in their performance of the work and services
• Different cost elements within the Contract Price, including the Construction Manager’s fee and what costs are eligible for reimbursement
• The various options that are available to the Owner and the Construction Manager that are built into the CCDC 5B form
• The provisions specific to cost-plus contracts found in the CCDC 5B, including those on defective work, auditing, and subcontractors 

CCDC 30 – Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)

• How the IPD model works, including the fundamental principles and why so many see it as the future of construction
• Key considerations contemplated by CCDC during the updating of the CCDC 30 contract form
• The four phases (validation, design/procurement, construction, and warranty) within the CCDC 30 contract and the tasks and responsibilities of the parties under each
• Important concepts and mechanisms in CCDC 30, including target costs and added value incentive items
• Unique challenges of the IPD model and how to address them (e.g., cash flow, failure to validate, insurance)
• Other best practice guidance to help ensure a successful IPD project

This seminar will appeal to all stakeholders in the construction process, including project owners, consultants, contractors, and allied professionals.

Members of the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC): 

• Eric Lee
• Sylvia Jungkind

CCDC DOCUMENTS INCLUDED! Registration includes official copies of ALL the new documents, valued at over $400.

Discount: Additional registrants from the same organization will receive a $100 (per additional attendee) discount. Contact Peggy @ peggy@winnipegconstruction.ca or 204.775.8664 ext. 2248 to claim your discount.

WCA Cancellation Policy

WCA will provide a full refund or education credit equal to the amount paid for the course if registration is cancelled five (5) full business days prior to the course start date. Payment is non-refundable for cancellations made within five (5) full business days of the course start date and there will be no transfers to future course dates.

Complimentary substitution of another member of your company/team is welcome right up until the course start time for no additional fee. Please email us at wcaeducation@winnipegconstruction.ca if you require a substitution.