Notice // CANS Office to Close Early on November 26 and December 9

Please be advised, CANS Office will close early on these dates. We appreciate your cooperation and encourage members to plan accordingly when accessing CANS services.

CANSnet Preview: NS21-2111 – Public Works – South Shore Regional Hospital Tender Package (TP) #03

The work will include renovations to the emergency department, the endoscopy/day surgery unit, dialysis and physical plant. There will be a new space created for an MRI. Construction is expected to take seven years to complete. The work will be completed in phases.

National Construction Day – November 30

Billed as a day to celebrate the dedicated, hard-working people instrumental in building and connecting our communities through infrastructure, this year’s Construction Day will focus on the industry’s efforts to attract and retain a talented, diverse and inclusive workforce. Find out how you can get involved!

Notice // COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Government Contractors

This requirement takes effect on November 15, 2021, in order to provide all government contractors and subcontractors whose work may require access to federal workplaces time to ensure their employees are aware of this requirement and are able to comply with it.

Resource // Webinar to Review All-New CCA 1 Document, December 9

With the new CCA 1 set to be published in December, the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) will be offering a two-hour virtual training session free-of-charge to members.

New Course! Introduction to Understanding Systematic Racism

In this new course from Buildforce Canada, learn to use the best practices of inclusive organizations around the world to address issues of systemic racism.

CANSnet Project Preview: NL21-1077 – Gros Morne National Park – Visitor Reception Centre Renovation

The required work on this project is for complete construction services for significant demolition of the existing Visitor Reception Centre building (160 m2) and the re-construction, renovation, and planned expansion for a revised total 1,125 m2 building.

Now Hiring! Join CANS as our new Program Lead

CANS is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Program Lead. Reporting to the Director, Policy and Workforce Development, this position is responsible for the day-to-day planning, delivery, and administration of the Building Futures for Youth program (BFY). This position is responsible for coordinating with key industry & community partners to promote program awareness and ensure career exploration opportunities for Nova Scotia youth.

Statistics // Highlights from “Housing Starts, September 2021”

Nova Scotia’s housing starts (seasonally adjusted annualized rate) totalled 4,592 units in September 2021. This was 94.2% above the revised 2,365 units started in August 2021.

CANSnet Project Preview: NB 21-1290 – New Mi’gmaq Child and Family Services (MCFSNB) Building for Metepenagiag First Nation

The project generally consists of constructing a new Mi’gmaq Child and Family Services building (MCFSNB) For Metepenagiag First Nation to be located at Indian Garden Road, Red Bank Reserve, New Brunswick.