Resources
BondPath curates information from surety associations, government bodies, and industry leaders for additional support. These materials are provided for general information and context.
Guides, Tools and Checklists
Surety Scorecard
Download our surety scorecard to understand how sureties evaluate bonding
Bid Security Checklist
Download our bid security checklist for your project management team
Surety-Compliant Payment Checklist
Construction Lien Prompt-Payment Comparison by Province
Download a simple comparison table by province as a quick reference for prompt payment compliance
Simple Cash Flow Model
ARCANA Alberta
Download the user guide for construction adjudication
Reports and Case Studies
Canadian Center for Economic Analysis - Report
2025 Research report from CCEA on the economic and social benefits of surety bonding
Canadian Legal Information Institute - Case Study
VanMar Constructors ON 1028 Inc. v Travelers Insurance Company of Canada
Suit limitation periods in surety bond claims January 12, 2026 by Richard Yehia, Amir Ghoreshi — Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Industry Associations
Surety Association of Canada
Canada’s national surety authority, offering clear explanations of bonding fundamentals, claims processes, and how sureties evaluate contractors.
Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
National construction industry guidance, including standard contracts, best practices, and sector insights relevant to bonded work.
Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC)
Standardized forms commonly used in construction contracts
Industry Resources
Government of Alberta – Prompt Payment Rules
Overview of Alberta’s prompt payment timelines and statutory obligations that directly affect contractor cash flow.
ARCANA – Construction Prompt Payment Adjudication
Information on adjudication as a fast-track dispute resolution mechanism for construction projects.
British Columbia Construction Association - Prompt Payment Act
Overview of the construction prompt payment act in BC.
Government of Northwest Territories - Builders' Lien Act effective September 1, 2025
Replaces Mechanics Lien Act as a modern framework in alignment with practices in other jurisdictions
Surety Company Resources
Travelers – Construction Surety Overview
Numerous resources and articles from cash flow to understanding the three parties in a surety contract
Western Surety – Contract Surety Information and Forms
Bonding information and reference materials, including commonly used surety forms.
Disclaimer
External links are provided for general informational purposes only. BondPath does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content of third-party websites. Tools, checklists, and reference materials are intended as general guidance only and do not replace applicable contracts, legislation, or professional advice. Information on this site does not constitute legal, accounting, tax, or other professional advice. Bonding availability, terms, and outcomes are subject to underwriting review and the specific facts and circumstances of each submission.