Author Archive for: aclack
Entries by Alison Clack
Survey // Canadian LGBTQ2+-owned or -led Businesses Invited to Complete an Online Questionnaire
The information Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) gathers through this questionnaire will help us develop ways to increase the participation of LGBTQ2+-owned or -led businesses in federal procurement. It will also ensure that initiatives to increase participation reflect their realities and needs.
Notice // Federal Procurement Website (buyandsell.gc.ca) Outage (UPDATED!)
The Government of Canada’s buyandsell.gc.ca portal is back online this morning. With renewed access, related projects in CANSnet will be updated as information becomes available.
Video // Watch: “We Belong in Trades” from the Women in Trades Office
“We Belong in Trades” is a two-and-a-half-minute educational and awareness video depicting real-life experiences as described by female Journeypersons working in skilled trades where they are under-represented. The video emphasizes the importance of male allyship with the following call-to-action, “Stand Up. Be an Ally. Change HerStory”.
Construction Pulse – Fall/Winter – Issue 2 is NOW AVAILABLE!
Issue 2 of Construction Pulse, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia’s industry magazine, is now live! Find out what’s in store for this issue and flip through our digital version.
Resource // Apply for the Spring 2022 Atlantic Trade Accelerator Program
These intensive workshops offer peer-to-peer exchange, hands-on support from leading Canadian export advisors, and individual mentoring.
Resource // Take Advantage of Small Business Incentives with Efficiency Nova Scotia —
Until December 31, 2021, incentives for eligible small businesses have increased to cover up to 80% of the total project cost on select lighting and all Commercial Heating measures.
Resource // Building Intercultural Competence Workshop, December 15
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) is hosting an interactive, full-day workshop to increase understanding of settlement and integration issues.
News // Government Introduces Legislation to Create Jobs and COVID-19 Support
On November 24, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, introduced Bill C-2 in Parliament to implement the recently announced measures created to promote jobs and growth.