Notice // Safety alert: Preparing for severe weather – crane and outdoor worksite safety

The Safety Branch of the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration would like to emphasize the importance of workplace safety during severe weather events as they become increasingly more apparent throughout Nova Scotia.

Statistics // Highlights from ‘Building Permits, July 2024’

Nova Scotia’s total building permits (residential and non-residential) grew by 4.0% to $267.6 million in July 2024 vs. July 2023.

Statistics // Highlights from ‘Canadian Housing Statistics Program, 2022’

In 2022 the number of resident individual, business and government property owners increased in all provinces reporting data.

Office Closure // Monday, September 2, 2024

Please be advised that CANS office will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labour Day.

Registration now open for CANS 2024 Stanhope Simpson Insurance Women in Construction Forum

CANS is thrilled to announce that registration for the CANS 2024 Stanhope Simpson Insurance Women in Construction Forum is now open.

Statistics // ‘Housing Starts, July 2024’ and ‘Building Construction, June 2024’

Investment in Nova Scotia building construction rose 0.3% in June 2024 to $570.3 million.

CANS 2024 Municipal Election Portal now available

Visit our election portal for essential tools and information to help you stay informed and make your voice heard in the 2024 Municipal Election.

Notice // Safety alert – Preparing for severe weather

Please review the attached safety alert ahead of the major weather event forecasted to approach the region at the beginning of next week.

Join us on September 13 for CANS Emerging Leaders Annual Golf Tournament!

Registration is now open for CANS Emerging Leaders Annual Golf Tournament at The Links at Montague.

Statistics // Highlights from ‘Building Permits, June 2024’

Nova Scotia’s non-residential building permits rose 35.6% to $100.2 million in June 2024 compared with May 2024