Memo // HRM Quality Management Plan (QMP) – Cold Weather / Permanent Reinstatement

Please note that permanent reinstatement will be permitted on HRM projects (e.g., streets, sidewalks, curbs) beginning Monday April 11, 2022. However, given the current temperature trend, the HRM Quality Management Plan for cold weather will remain in effect until further notice.

Release // CCA says “Budget 2022 misses the mark when it comes to building back better”

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) issued the following press release on April 8, 2022, in response to yesterday’s tabling of the 2022 Federal Budget.

Event // Cape Breton Partnership Hosting “Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium,” May 4

The Cape Breton Partnership will be hosting the Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium in collaboration with the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia, and the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration.

Nominations Now Open: CANS 2022 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.

Safety Bulletin // Reminder for Guardrail Requirements

The Safety Branch of the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration would like to inform you that guardrails are required where there is a risk of falling at a doorway or the opening of a building floor, roof, walls or shaft.

Notice // Techsploration Seeking Role Model/Mentors Outreach

Techsploration, a valued partner of CANS, is actively recruiting women in the construction trades, particularly apprentices and Red Seal certified tradespersons, to participate as mentors/role models in their spring programming.

News // Canadian Construction Association (CCA) Releases Industry Brief Covering Sanctions on the Russian Federation and CP Rail Strike

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is monitoring key issues impacting the construction industry. Recently, it released a pair of briefing notes updating those in construction on the impact of sanctions on the Russian Federation as well as the CP Rail Strike.

Safety Bulletin // Fire Protection for Applying Roofing Membrane

The Safety Branch of the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration would like to inform CANS Members about Fire Protection for Applying Roofing Membrane.

Notice // Removal of Spring Weight Restrictions in the Communities of Hatchet Lake and Brookside

Due to road conditions in the above-noted communities, spring weight restrictions have been removed on a number of roads. Click for a full list of those affected.

Meet Your CANS Team – Taylor Shaw

Did you know? Taylor interned for a Lord at the House of Lords in the UK Parliament – attending committee meetings, question periods and debates.