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Lien Release Waiver Template for Canada

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Lien Release Waiver

"I need a Lien Release Waiver for a final payment of CAD 250,000 for completed renovation work on a commercial property in Ontario, to be signed by March 15, 2025, with specific provisions for ensuring all subcontractors have been paid."

Document background
The Lien Release Waiver is a critical document in Canadian construction projects, used when a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier has received payment for their work or materials and agrees to waive their right to file a construction lien. This document becomes necessary at various stages of a construction project, typically accompanying progress payments or final payment. The waiver protects property owners and upstream contractors from double payment risks while providing documentation of payment receipt. Subject to provincial construction lien legislation, the document must include specific language and requirements to be legally enforceable. A properly executed Lien Release Waiver helps maintain smooth payment flow in construction projects and reduces legal disputes over payment claims.
Suggested Sections

1. Identification of Parties: Full legal names and addresses of the waiving party (typically contractor/subcontractor/supplier) and the party receiving the waiver (typically owner/contractor)

2. Project Details: Description of the construction project, including project address and any relevant project numbers or identifiers

3. Work Description: Detailed description of the work, materials, or services provided by the waiving party

4. Payment Information: Statement of the amount received or to be received in consideration for the lien waiver

5. Waiver Statement: Express waiver language releasing rights to file or maintain any lien claims

6. Period Covered: Specific time period or portion of work covered by the waiver

7. Certification: Statement certifying all payments to subcontractors and suppliers have been made

8. Execution: Signature blocks, date, and witness requirements

Optional Sections

1. Conditional Release Terms: Used when the waiver is conditional upon receipt of payment, specifying the conditions that must be met

2. Reservation of Rights: Used when certain rights are being preserved, such as retention amounts or unsettled claims

3. Multiple Property Release: Required when the waiver covers work on multiple properties or projects

4. Notarization Block: Added when notarization is required by jurisdiction or contract

5. Progress Payment vs. Final Payment: Specific language indicating whether this is a progress payment waiver or final payment waiver

6. Warranty Preservation: Section preserving warranty obligations when needed

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule A - Property Description: Detailed legal description of the property or properties involved

2. Schedule B - Payment Details: Breakdown of payments received and amounts waived

3. Schedule C - Subcontractor List: List of all subcontractors and suppliers covered by the waiver

4. Schedule D - Outstanding Claims: List of any preserved claims or disputed amounts

5. Appendix 1 - Supporting Documents: Copies of relevant invoices, payment confirmations, or other supporting documentation

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓÆµ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

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