Statistics // Highlights from “Building Construction, February 2023”
The following data was released on April 12, 2023. Find highlights for non-residential building construction from February 2023.
Thanks for attending CANS 2023 Home Depot Pro De-Icer!
/in front/by Alison ClackOn 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.
Nominations Now Open: CANS 2023 Honourary Life Member
/in front/by Alison ClackMake 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.
Statistics // Highlights for Construction from “Building Permits (February 2023)”
/in front/by Alison ClackOverall 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.
Action required – Complete the prompt payment adjudication and process survey by April 10
/in front/by CANSAs 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.
Highlights from Federal Budget 2023-2024 – Impact on Construction Industry
/in front/by CANSOn 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.
Highlights from Nova Scotia Provincial Budget 2023-2024 – Impact on Construction Industry
/in front/by CANSEarlier 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.
Call for BFY Host Employers — start shaping your future workforce today!
/in front/by Alison ClackAs 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!
Nova Scotia’s Capital Plan 2023-24 supports plan to build for healthcare faster
/in front, news/by CANSThe 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.
Congratulations, Victoria Stanhope winner of CCA’s Young Leader Award
/in front/by Alison ClackThe Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS) is proud to share that Victoria Stanhope is the first-ever recipient of the CCA Young Leader Award. Congratulations, Victoria!