Province hosting virtual information session on Critical Construction Worker Pilot, December 4

Join the Province on Monday December 4th, 2023, from 1-2 pm, for a Virtual Information Session on the newly announced Nova Scotia Nominee Program – Critical Construction Worker Pilot Stream.

Participants wanted for focus group on retention of indigenous peoples

The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) is hosting two focus groups where we are gathering input from apprenticeship stakeholders about initiatives that support Indigenous pre-apprentices and apprentices. Sessions start December 4, please click here for more information.

CCDC Introduces three new documents: CCDC 2MA, CCDC 4, and CCDC 18

Updated to incorporate the changes first implemented in CCDC 2 – 2020, these three contracts have been modernized to provide a clear and consistent framework for construction processes and minimize the risk of disputes and misunderstandings. 

Building construction highlights from September 2023

Month-over-month, Nova Scotia’s non-residential building construction increased 2.7% to $83.9 million in September 2023.

Special Bulletin: Impending Storm Warning for November 18-19

A strong fall storm system will bring strong wind and rain to Nova Scotia this weekend. With knowledge that construction sites in the province come with some additional risk during these events, we urge you to be diligent to meet all safety precautions.

CANS Office will be closed on Monday, November 13

The office will reopen on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, with our regular operating hours of 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Join CANS Team! Now Hiring: Project Information Specialist

Working on the Project Information team, the position is a point of contact in responding to project and general information inquiries and providing support in the provision of project information services.

Remembering Glenn Carvery, 1968-2023

It is with great sadness and respect that we share the passing of Glenn Carvery, founder of Carvery’s Construction Limited on October 14, 2023.

Release // Province announces actions to accelerate skilled trades growth in Nova Scotia

The government will accelerate growth in the skilled trades and modernize the entire apprenticeship and trades qualification system to meet the needs of a growing province.

HRM Quality Management Plan for Cold Weather delayed to October 31

Previously set to begin on October 15, cold weather requirements for concrete are now in place for work after October 31.