Honouring LGBTQ+ Pride Month this June
June marks Pride month in Canada. To honour the LGBTQ+ folks who work in and are served by the construction industry, CANS is taking a look at the progress of LGBTQ+ community over the past 50 years.
Recognizing National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21
/in front/by Alison ClackIn June, we commemorate National Indigenous History Month. During this month, take time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada.
Notice // Safety Reminders as Sun Awareness Month (May) Comes to a Close
/in front/by Alison ClackWith the summer season fast approaching, it is important to manage outdoor worker exposure to ultraviolet light (UV). The Safety Branch would like to remind employers and their employees of some helpful tips on how to stay safe while working outdoors.
Notice // You’re Invited to Participate in a Construction Industry Focus Group on Post-Injury Return-to-Work
/in front/by Alison ClackAre you a construction worker who was injured and has gone through the WCB claims process, or an owner/manager/supervisor or safety representative from a small- to medium-sized construction company? If so, Construction Safety Nova Scotia wants to hear from you!
News // “More help wanted: Staffing shortages showing up in unexpected places”
/in front/by Alison Clack“Like every industry, we’re really facing it because we need people out building,” said President & CEO of the Construction Association of Nova Scotia, Duncan Williams.
Statistics // Highlights from “Labour Productivity and Hours Worked, 2021”
/in front, Uncategorized/by Alison ClackStatistics Canada has released preliminary labour productivity accounts for 2021. Labour productivity represents the amount of real value added generated per hour worked.
Statistics // Highlights from “Infrastructure: Roads and Bridges, 2020”
/in front/by Alison ClackStatistics Canada has released new infrastructure data on publicly owned roads and bridges for 2020. In 2020, Nova Scotia had 28,340 kilometres of publicly owned highways and roads. The largest portions of Nova Scotia roads are local roads, followed by collector and arterial roads.
Notice // National AccessAbility Week is from May 29 to June 4
/in front/by Alison ClackJoin CANS in recognizing National AccessAbility Week, May 29 to June 4, 2022. Imagine a Canada where no one is left out. A Canada that doesn’t just accommodate disability, but one that is disability-inclusive from the start. That’s the Canada we deserve. National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) week is dedicated to disability inclusion and accessibility in Canada.
Statistics // Building Construction Highlights for Construction (March 2022)
/in front/by Alison ClackThe following statistics were released by the Finance and Treasury Board on May 17, 2022. Total Nova Scotia building construction investment was $506.8 million in March 2022.
Thank You to the Attendees of the 2022 CANS Home Depot Pro De-Icer!
/in front/by Alison ClackOn Friday, May 13, the 2022 CANS Home Depot Pro De-Icer kicked off in downtown Halifax at the Halifax Convention Centre. Nearly 1,600 attendees gathered for our first De-Icer in over two years. The evening was well worth the wait with exceptional fine dining, musical entertainment, and networking opportunities.