Release // “CANS response in regards to the sequestration of pyritic slate”

The Construction Association of Nova Scotia is pleased with the Port of Halifax’s notice of development for a new infill site at the south terminal. Captain Allan Gray, president and CEO of the Port of Halifax, said the new site will begin to accept pyritic slate from construction projects in downtown Halifax as early as June 2022.

Event // Give Our Community a Spring Cleaning at CANS Emerging Leaders Community Pick-Me-Up on June 2

Keeping our communities clean is a simple way to give back to our neighbours and respect the land where we live and work. Want to support your community? You’re invited to help clean up the waterfront at CANS Emerging Leaders Community Pick-Me-Up on Thursday, June 2.

Resource // Government Support and Employment for Ukrainian Newcomers

As Ukrainians arrive in Canada to escape the on-going crisis in their country, many will be looking for jobs. At this time, the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia are working to assist Ukrainian newcomers through targeted employment support.

Notice // Changes to the First Aid Regulations to Come into Effect on June 13

Under the National Occupational Health and Safety Reconciliation Agreement, signed in 2019, Nova Scotia committed to harmonize the workplace first aid training first aid kit requirements based on new Canadian Standards Association (CSA) standards.

Report // “Creating a vision for Canada’s infrastructure: Trade, communities and green”

On March 9, 2022, industry experts, from all sectors, firm sizes, and geographic regions across Canada, participated in a workshop facilitated by CCA president Mary Van Buren to further refine the priorities for infrastructure investment. Find the full report for this session attached.

Resource // CCDC Document Webinars Reviews CCDC 29 on May 12

CCDC Document Webinars continue on May 12, with CCDC 29 – 2016 Guide to Pre-Qualifications. A successful project begins with choosing appropriately qualified providers – join CCDC Document Webinars as they demystify the Pre-Qualification process and help you gain confidence in meeting schedule, cost, and quality expectations on your next project!

Statistics // Highlights from “Building Permits, March 2022,” Released May 9

Nova Scotia’s Finance and Treasury Board released statistics looking at building permits issued in March 2022.

Statistics // Highlights from ‘Provincial GDP by Industry’ for 2021, Released May 2

Statistics Canada released preliminary estimates of real GDP by industry for the provinces and territories in 2021.

CANSnet Preview // NS22-0654 – RFC – Springhill Elementary School PP to 6 Phase 2: Building and Site Completion

Visit CANSnet and search our Project Number NS22-0654 for more information about the offer to perform Phase 2 of construction on the Springhill Elementary School, located at 50 Princess Street in Springhill, Nova Scotia.

Notice // CANS Emerging Leaders Speaker Series Postponed

Timing is everything in construction. We heard your feedback and understand you’re inundated with the busy season ahead. With this in mind, we have made the decision to postpone the 12th Installment of CANS Emerging Leaders Speaker Series, originally set for Thursday, May 5, 2022.