CANS 2022 Holiday Hours
Please be advised that CANS office will close for the winter holidays at 12 p.m. (noon) on Friday, December 23, reopening at 8a.m. on January 3, 2023.
Construction Pulse – Issue 4, Fall/Winter 2022 is NOW ONLINE!
/in front/by Alison ClackThe fourth issue of Construction Pulse, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia’s industry magazine, is now live!
Memo // Placement of temporary Traffic Control Signage in HRM
/in front/by Alison ClackThe following information is being provided to CANS Members and Traffic Control companies currently working in HRM. The image shown in this memo was shared on social media in June 2020. The image, and others like it, illustrate the hazards that construction signage creates for pedestrians when not placed correctly.
Resource // Register for Shift Change’s Leadership Program Starting January 12
/in front/by Alison ClackCurrent and future workplace challenges ask a lot from leaders and supervisors. Male supervisors in skilled trades identified the need to learn how to create inclusive work environments, suitable for both women, men and gender non-binary people. This course has been created and designed based on feedback and needs expressed by tradespeople.
Survey // Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System: Seeking feedback from Nova Scotia’s workplaces
/in front/by Alison ClackThe Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration Safety is seeking feedback from organizations, employers and employees about the proposed changes to the Nova Scotia WHMIS regulations. Your feedback will provide valuable perspective on the proposed changes.
Resource // Upcoming CCDC Document Webinars: January & February 2023
/in front/by Alison ClackCCDC’s winter schedule is focused on helping you build a solid foundation in construction management. Dive into CCDC 5A, CCDC 17, and CCDC 5B in the new year!
Notice // You’re invited to celebrate the holidays at CANS Holiday Open House
/in front/by Alison ClackYou’re invited to get festive with CANS at our Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Join us at CANS office for an evening of light food, refreshments and holiday cheer. This event is FREE to all CANS Members.
Memo // HRM planning for three-day shutdown of permitting and licensing online service on Dec. 2
/in front/by Alison ClackIn preparation for HRM’s roll out of the final PPL&C release, an approximate 3-day shutdown of the current permitting and licensing online service will occur between Friday, December 2nd, and Monday December 5th. Standard office hours apply during this time with staff available for assistance.
Survey // Injured on a construction site? Share your experience to support the Return to Work Program
/in front, Uncategorized/by Alison ClackConstruction Safety Nova Scotia has partnered with the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia to understand how to best support workers in the construction industry if they experience a workplace injury.
NEWS // Construction leaders advocate for urgent policy changes to rebuild Canada’s construction workforce
/in front/by Alison ClackThe Canadian Construction Association’s (CCA) annual “Hill Day” is planned for Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Representatives from the Canadian construction sector are calling on the federal government to make changes to modernize Canada’s immigration policy and update the Temporary Foreign Worker program in order to address the most severe labour shortage Canada has faced in more than 50 years.