William Woodhead

William Woodhead

Partner
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Bill Woodhead is a nationally recognized leader in infrastructure, energy, and construction law, and a sought-after speaker on the legal and strategic issues shaping Canada’s most ambitious capital projects. With a practice focused on major public-private partnerships (P3s), energy infrastructure, and complex project delivery models, Bill brings sharp insight and deep experience to high-stakes developments across the country.

He has acted as counsel on some of Canada’s most high-profile infrastructure deals, including the Government of Canada’s $4.5B acquisition of the Trans Mountain Pipeline, the City of Edmonton’s $2B Valley Line LRT, and BC Hydro’s redevelopment of the John Hart Generating Station. His portfolio spans transit, power, LNG, long-term care, and commercial real estate - with clients ranging from governments and crown corporations to developers and design-build consortia.

Bill is widely recognized for his ability to simplify complexity, manage risk, and align legal strategy with commercial and policy objectives. He is frequently called on for his expertise in procurement frameworks, EPC contracts, regulatory trends, and collaborative delivery models — and for his clear, engaging communication style.

A prolific writer and speaker, Bill regularly contributes to leading legal publications and industry forums. His commentary appears in Lexpert, Best Lawyers, the Doyles Guide, and he has presented for the Canadian Bar Association, Canadian Energy Law Foundation, Alberta Power Symposium, Urban Transit Infrastructure National Symposium, and more. He is also the founder of the Infrastructure Professionals Association, a national network advancing innovation in major projects.

Bill is called to the bar in both Alberta and British Columbia.