Meet Your CANS Team – Kaitlyn Bennett
Did you know? Kaitlyn has lived in more than 25 homes throughout her life (Kaitlyn grew up in the industry as the daughter of a contractor!)
Stats — Nova Scotia Building Construction, March 2021
Halifax construction activity was up 17.6% and outside of Halifax construction activity was up 22.1%.
Volunteer Opportunity — MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning Seeking Project Manager
The MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning, a local charity, is looking for a project manager to act as a volunteer to advise & assist with a maintenance project for their heritage building in Dartmouth.
Resource — UNB OCRC Transforming Construction 2021: Interactive Webinar Series
Join the Off-site Construction Research Centre (OCRC) at the University of New Brunswick for Transforming Construction 2021, a webinar series comprising presentations and panel discussions by industry experts from Canada, the United States, England, Scotland, New Zealand and Poland.
COVID Update For CANS Members – May 14, 2021
An overview of government’s support for businesses in Nova Scotia; Updated FAQ for Industry; and COVID-19-related restrictions in place.
News — Trade-Specific Analysis of Demand for Apprentices
The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum has released its latest labour market information report, Apprentice Demand in Red Seal Trades, which draws together apprenticeship trends data and projections to provide a forward-looking assessment of the country’s demand and supply for trade certifications.
Notice — NEW DATE! CANS 2021 Home Depot Pro Summer Golf Tournament Moved to July 22, 2021
Out of an abundance of caution due to COVID case numbers and current public health restrictions, we have made the decision to postpone our summer golf tournament. We are excited for our first in-person event of the year, but the safety of our members and event participants is of the utmost importance! We look forward to getting back into the swing of things with you in July.
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – May 12, 2021
Provincial COVID updates from May 12; Reminder to industry; Vaccine information
News — CANS Office Closure Extended to Week of May 17
Out of an abundance of caution due to COVID case numbers, CANS office will remain closed to members the week of May 17, while still offering CANS services remotely/virtually.
Stats — Labour Force Survey (April 2021)
Highlights from Nova Scotia’s Labour Force Survey and Market Trends (April 2021).