The emerging trade “war” between the United States and Canada will have a significant impact on procurement supply chains and ongoing and upcoming projects.
On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, MLT Aikins lawyers Scott Masson and Andrew Konopelny will speak on “Practical Tools: Contract Considerations for Buyers with the Potential of Tariffs” at a webinar hosted by Supply Chain Canada.
In this one-hour webinar, Scott and Andrew will examine the contractual provisions that impact the responsibility for tariffs and provide some recommendations for incorporating tariff related protection in your contract and procurement documents.
Participants will learn:
- How to allocate risk of future tariffs in your contract documents.
- Understanding and managing the risk of tariff impacts under your existing contracts including claims for force majeure, delay claims and claims for price adjustments.
- Key clauses to look for when reviewing your contract templates and procurement documents.
- Language to consider when preparing or reviewing vendor quotations.
Webinar details:
- February 26, 2025 | 12-1 p.m. CST
- Free for Supply Chain Canada members | $25 for non-members
- SCMP designation holders will receive 2 CPD for attending
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Scott is a partner based in the firm’s Saskatoon office, who maintains a broad corporate practice, with a focus on project planning and development, infrastructure, construction procurement and real estate matters. Co-chair of the MLT Aikins construction projects and infrastructure practice, Scott has more than a decade of experience helping public and private sector clients achieve their procurement and supply chain objectives.
Andrew is an associate lawyer based in Winnipeg who helps clients with their most important construction and infrastructure projects. Whether it is developing the procurement and contracting strategy, negotiating agreements or resolving disputes during and after the project, Andrew is a solutions-oriented lawyer who helps clients navigate the contractual side of complex projects.
Supply Chain Canada is a nationwide association, in existence for more than 104 years. It is the principal source of supply chain training, education and professional development. The association creates critical networking opportunities and provides valuable engagements for member feedback and professional input. It advocates for members and their careers with governments and businesses across the country. Supply Chain Canada’s member-centred approach focuses on advancing the needs and interests of supply chain professionals working across the end-to-end supply chain. Through its 10 Provincial and Territorial Institutes, Supply Chain Canada grants the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation, the highest achievement in the field and the mark of strategic leadership.
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