The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) is working with industry to increase the number of certified journeypersons in construction finishing trades. Under NSAA’s Pathways Project, apprentices, including those who live in rural communities throughout Nova Scotia, will have a flexible pathway to certification using online technical training starting
The following data was released on April 12, 2023. Find highlights for non-residential building construction from February 2023.
On Friday, April 14, CANS 2023 Home Depot Pro De-Icer marked industry’s kick-off to a busy construction season. And what a start to the season it was – more than 1,700 attendees gathered at the Halifax Convention Centre for a celebratory evening of exceptional fine dining, musical entertainment, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
Make your nomination for CANS 2023 Honourary Life Member. Through the designation of Honourary Life Membership, CANS wishes to honour individuals who, through their deeds and actions, have significantly contributed to the betterment of the Association and/or the industry and the attainment of its goals and visions.
Overall building permit values in Nova Scotia increased in the first two months of 2023 compared with January-February 2022. This reflects an increase in all non-residential permit types across the province, with the exception of industrial building permit values in Halifax.
As you may be aware, the provincial government is preparing regulations regarding prompt payment and adjudication processes for the construction industry. Complete the feedback survey by April 10.
On Tuesday, March 28, the federal government released its 2023-2024 budget with a plan to build a stronger, more sustainable, and more secure Canadian economy. Read more.
Earlier today, the government of Nova Scotia released its 2023-2024 budget. With revenues of $14.2 billion and expenses of $14.4 billion, Budget 2023-24 estimates a deficit of $278.9 million after consolidation. Read more.
As an employer in Nova Scotia’s construction industry, you recognize the increasing need to develop and retain our current and future workforce. Start making a difference today. Be proactive and shape your workforce by participating as a Building Futures for Youth (BFY) Host Employer this summer!
The government’s capital spending program for the coming year will advance healthcare projects more quickly and also provide Nova Scotians modern schools, safer highways, renewed provincial parks and improved local roads and other infrastructure. Capital Plan 2023-24 will invest more than $1.6 billion to start new projects and continue work on previously announced projects.