PermitsCA
Turn Permit Data into Profit – Powered by AI
Get early access to building and development permits before your competitors so you connect, pitch, and close before tenders hit the market.
PermitsCA – Your Early Advantage in Construction
PermitsCA is perfect for:
- General Contractors – Stay ahead of competitors by knowing where new projects are starting.
- Trade Contractors – Connect with GC’s and Developers before projects hit tender.
- Manufacturers & Suppliers – Get your products in front of decision-makers sooner.
- Allied Service Providers – Grow your sales pipeline with quality leads. Perfect for equipment rentals and waste management to landscaping, janitorial, security, and more.
Features
- Leads for Upcoming Bids – See what’s being proposed, planned or approved – before the shovels hit the ground.
- Everything in One Place – From zoning applications and developer permits, to residential renovations and major private-sector builds.
- Builders Copilot – A built-in AI tool for deeper project insights and connections
- Follow Key General Contractors – By following your favourite GCs, you’ll always know when they launch new projects, giving you an inside edge to connect at the right time.
- Builders Contact Information – Connect directly with key players involved in projects.
- Smart Tool – Create tasks, manage your sales pipeline, convert permits to leads.
- Unlimited Users – Share access with your entire team.
Benefits
- Save Time – No more searching multiple sources to find project leads.
- Be First in Line – Get ahead of your competitors with weeks or months of lead time to further relationships.
- Boost Your Sales Pipeline – Turn early intelligence into qualified leads.
- Stay Market Aware – Spot construction trends and shifts in your region.
- Lock in Contracts Early – Secure commitments while competitors are still waiting.
- Sell More, Sooner – Position your products and services before budgets are locked
- Win More Bids – Give your sales team the advantage of time.
Builders Copilot – AI Sales Assistant and Smart Tools
Deeper insights. Faster decisions. No switching.
Deeper Insights: Estimated values, status changes, GC involvement at a glance.
Lightning-fast Decisions: Know instantly if a lead is worth your time.
Unified Dashboard: Details and lead notes in one place.
Lead Tagging and Tracking: Prioritize outreach without extra software.
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Canada-Wide Coverage
Permits from all provinces and territories — with regional context from participating LCAs.
Click on each province or territory to view the participating regional associations.
Plans
If you are a member of a Regional Construction Association, contact them about accessing PermitsCA Pro for Free.*
Not part of an association? Select a plan to get started.
Features
Basic: $0
Pro: $79/month or $875/year
Canada-Wide Permit Search
Real-Time Updates
Follow Key Contractors
Company Search
Builders Copilot
Reports
*If your local association is not a participating association, we suggest they contact us to become one today.
Are You a Local Construction Association?
Join us in delivering the next evolution in permitting.
Partnering with us serves your members and boosts visibility:
What's in it for you?
BCCA manages the platform, handles the tech and provides national consistency. You keep your local relationships – we provide the infrastructure to help you grow. Together, we can make a national standard that works for everyone.
- Free Access to PermitsCA for Your Members
- Affiliate Commission on Direct Sales to Non-Members
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Keep Local Control: You decide how to offer PermitsCA to your members. We provide the system, you set the approach.
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Demonstrate National Alignment: Be a part of a forward-looking coast-to-coast system that reflects the strength of Canada's construction associations working together.
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Boost Visibility: Your association is recognized and listed on permitsCA.com as an official provincial partner.
Start Accessing Early-Stage Projects Today
Don’t wait for tenders to go public – get ahead of the competition with real-time access to permits, project insights, and builder intel across Canada. Whether you’re looking to fill your pipeline, target specific contractors, or stay ahead of market shifts, PermitsCA puts actionable data at your fingertips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PermitsCA the same as BidCentral Permits?
It closely mirrors BidCentral Permits but is branded and scaled for a national rollout. Familiar UX, bigger reach.
Who can access the application?
Members of participating Local Construction Associations, or anyone joining directly on a free or paid plan.
Where do I log in?
Use the Log in button in the header. After authentication, you’ll be redirected to secure.permitsca.com.