Release // Labour market tightness in Nova Scotia expected to persist over the short term
BuildForce Canada released its 2024–2033 Construction and Maintenance Looking Forward report for Nova Scotia today.
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Notice // Nominations Open: CANS Board of Directors
CANS is now accepting nominations of qualified individuals to our board of directors. Applications are due by Friday, May 3, 2024 at 4 p.m
Statistics // Insights for the construction industry from February 2024
Includes insights from labour market trends, housing starts and building construction datasets.
Memo // HRM Quality Management Plan (QMP) – Permanent Reinstatement
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) issued the following memo on March 19 2024.
Notice // People urgently needed to resolve construction disputes
CanDACC is looking for a diverse group of construction professionals who would like to work part-time as adjudicators who will make decisions for parties when they have construction disputes.
Statistics // Building Permits, January 2024
Nova Scotia’s total building permits (residential and non-residential) increased 60.9% to $323.7 million.
Resource: Apply for financial support from the Canadian Apprenticeship Service before March 31
Are you looking to hire a Red Seal apprentice? Don’t miss your last chance for financial support from the Canadian Apprenticeship Service.
Thank you for attending CANS Emerging Leaders Speaker Series with Kris Skiba!
The Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS) and its Emerging Leaders Committee extend our gratitude to speaker Kris Skiba, VP of Design and Construction with Dexel Developments, and the enthusiastic group of 70+ Emerging Leaders who made the sold out event on Thursday, February 22 a record success!
Release: Province attracts internationally trained healthcare and construction professionals
The Province is attracting newcomers in sectors with the most need, including healthcare and the skilled trades, and investing to help them settle and stay.
News: Spring weight restrictions go into effect March 4
Spring weight restrictions will be implemented in counties throughout the Province. Some roads, including 100-series highways, are exempt from the restrictions.