Regional Roundtable Report: Youth Apprenticeship Across Canada
/in front, news/by Alison ClackPromoting skilled trades careers to youth, parents and educators remains an important priority among apprenticeship stakeholders. CAF-FCA convened a roundtable on May 28, 2015 in Saskatoon to provide insight into the objectives, approaches and design of youth apprenticeship programs in different parts of the country. Discussion encouraged participants to identify ways they can support youth […]
GDP by Industry – April 2015
/in front, news/by Alison ClackNova Scotia Daily Stats – Canada’s real GDP was down 0.1 per cent in April, the fourth consecutive monthly decline. Goods production fell the fourth month in a row with a decline of 0.8 per cent while service-producing industries were up 0.3 per cent. Compared to April 2014, real GDP was up 1.2 per cent. […]
Adult Learning CANS Works Program – Earn your Grade 12 and Work Towards a Career in Construction
/in front/by CANSIf you want to prepare for work in the construction industry and complete your high school diploma at the same time, you can do both with our Adult Learning CANSWorks Program at NSCC. You will be able to complete the course credits you need to earn your High School Diploma, along with the essential hands-on skills […]
CANS 2015 Delayed Payment Survey Results
/in front, Uncategorized/by CANSLate payment practices are an important issue for Nova Scotia’s construction industry and CANS has been lobbying the provincial government to enact appropriate payment legislation that would establish minimum norms for payment schedules. In an effort to substantiate our assumptions, CANS surveyed members to solicit their feedback and help guide us on their behalf. View CANS Delayed Payment […]