NEWS —Construction growth in Nova Scotia on the rise

Construction and maintenance activity in Nova Scotia is expected to increase between 2021 and 2023, driven by strong and broad-based demand across the province’s residential and non-residential sectors. This is according to the latest labour market forecast data released today by BuildForce Canada.

NEWS — Looking Ahead: Atlantic Canada’s Economic and Demographic Future

On March 25, Atlantic Provinces Economic Council (APEC)’s President and CEO, David Chaundy, delivered a virtual address of what our region’s economic future could look like, what some of the key challenges will be, and how we might create better outcomes.

NEWS — New $4.21 million net-zero administration building in Yarmouth County nearing completion

The Chronicle Herald takes a look at Argyle’s new administrative building, which will be the first net-zero municipal building in Canada when it comes to energy costs.

Nova Scotia Provincial Budget 2021-2022 – Impact on Construction Industry

On Thursday, March 25, 2021, the government of Nova Scotia released its 2021-2022 budget. There are a number of news announcements relevant to our industry. Read more.

NEWS — Update on Nova Scotia – almost, but not quite recovered

“Almost but not quite’ is the best way to describe how close the Nova Scotia economy is to a full recovery from the coronavirus health crisis and from the impacts of the COVID-induced recession.

NEWS — Billion-dollar construction boom to create hundreds of good jobs in Cape Breton

“These are generational projects that are going to provide opportunities for Cape Bretoners in a way that we haven’t seen here forever, and it’s going to leave a legacy for the region moving forward.”

CANS Wins 2020 CCA Partner Association Award

The Construction Association of Nova Scotia is celebrating its latest accomplishment – winning the Canadian Construction Association’s 2020 Partner Association Award of Excellence.

Weather Update // CANS Office Closure – March 19, 2021

March 19, 2021, 9:00 AM: Due to inclement weather, CANS Dartmouth office will remain closed on Friday, March 19. As a reminder, while our physical office is closed, our CANS staff are still available to assist our members virtually, including our statutory declaration service.

NEWS — A guide to the major developments that will transform Halifax Regional Municipality

The Chronicle Herald offers a breakdown some of the major proposed and approved developments to keep an eye out for including, the Penhorn Mall transformation, the Twin Lakes Development and the Cogswell district redevelopment.

NEWS — Canada and Nova Scotia invest in hospital and medical facilities to respond to the impacts of COVID-19

“The health of our province depends on the health of our people. Infrastructure projects like this are about more than construction as they help enhance Nova Scotians’ access to care, and help with the retention and recruitment of health care professionals […]