“We Belong in Trades” is a two-and-a-half-minute educational and awareness video depicting real-life experiences as described by female Journeypersons working in skilled trades where they are under-represented. The video emphasizes the importance of male allyship with the following call-to-action, “Stand Up. Be an Ally. Change HerStory”.
Issue 2 of Construction Pulse, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia’s industry magazine, is now live! Find out what’s in store for this issue and flip through our digital version.
These intensive workshops offer peer-to-peer exchange, hands-on support from leading Canadian export advisors, and individual mentoring.
Until December 31, 2021, incentives for eligible small businesses have increased to cover up to 80% of the total project cost on select lighting and all Commercial Heating measures.
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) is hosting an interactive, full-day workshop to increase understanding of settlement and integration issues.
Weather Update // CANS office will delay opening on December 9, 2021
February 9, 2021, 5:30 AM: Due to the current weather conditions, CANS office will delay opening until 10:30 AM today, Thursday, December 9. As a reminder, while our physical office will have a delay in opening, our CANS staff are still available to assist our members virtually.
On November 24, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, introduced Bill C-2 in Parliament to implement the recently announced measures created to promote jobs and growth.
CANS is seeking two qualified individuals to fill the positions of BFY Program Lead and Manager, Education & Training Development.
Changes in monthly building permit values are typically very volatile, with large swings from one month to the next. Nova Scotia’s total building permits (residential and non-residential) increased 0.8% to $190.6 million.
“The Adam Folk Memorial endowment will provide students considering a career in plumbing at Nova Scotia Community College with the resources to achieve success, ultimately contributing to strengthening the talent going into the skilled trades and success of the construction industry,” says Duncan Williams, president and CEO of the CANS. “We’ll forever be grateful for Adam’s dedication to help build a brighter future for youth across the province, and the creation of this scholarship fund will keep his memory alive for years to come.”