Bidding on Healthcare? Register for CSA Infection Control, Starting June 23.

To support the application of CSA Standards at this time, CANS secured three online dates for a virtual CSA Infection Control Z317.17. Our final online session is starting on June 23, 2020. Spaces are limited, the course will be capped at 15 registrants. 

CSA Infection Control Z317.17

  • Date: June 23-26, 2020
  • Time: 8:30 a.m.
  • Member Price: $1,500 + HST

Register for this course now.

CANS 2020 Golf Tournament – New Date!

NEW DATE! As public health restrictions are beginning to relax, we’re looking forward to our next chance to get together with you safely! We’re working hard to bring you our annual golf tournament and are pleased to announce that we’re aiming to be back on the greens this summer!

CANS 2020 Golf Tournament
  • Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2020.
  • Location: The Links at Brunello and Glen Arbour.
  • Registration: Coming soon! Keep an eye on this space for more information as it becomes available!

Find out more information about CANS annual golf tournament on our event page.

Questions?

Please contact Michelle Peters, mpeters@cans.ns.ca or 902-818-6530

Virtual Q&A Series to Explore Trades Continues with Electrician Jason Joudrie on May 28

Do you know any youth who are eager to learn more about a career in construction and the trades? Share this information with them! Our virtual Q&A sessions explore careers in construction from the comfort of home, every Thursday until June 15.

Q&A Session Four

  • Date: Thursday, May 28
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. (approx. 30-45 minutes)
  • Who: Jason Joudrie, Certified Journeyperson Electrician with Black & McDonald

No registration required. Click here on May 28 to access this Zoom session!

Did you miss a session?

Learn about carpentry, welding and more with these sessions on-demand. Click here to watch our previous sessions now.

Questions?

Please contact Alain Lefebvre, alefebvre@cans.ns.caor 902-456-6444.

COVID-19: Construction Safety Nova Scotia – Updated Training Calendar

Last week, Construction Safety Nova Scotia announced their updated training calendar, which includes several new online courses. Learn more about online course descriptions and their prices, click here.

In-person, classroom courses are now being offered for Traffic Control Person and Temporary Workplace Signer at Construction Safety Nova Scotia’s office in Burnside in a COVID-19 compliant setting.

COVID-19: Halifax Partnership Announces Expanded Programs and Services

Halifax Partnership has announced expanded business programs and services as part of Halifax’s economic response and recovery planning.

The Virtual Advisor Program

This new program will match 25 qualified companies with an advisor to help them manage and recover from the impacts of COVID-19. The program is available until June 5, 2020. Businesses can apply through the partnership’s website at https://halifaxpartnership.com/how-we-help/grow-yourbusiness/virtual-adviser/   

The Connector Program

The award-winning program provides businesses access to a pool of individuals looking for employment, while also matching employers to people looking for work in their sector. An online portal for both businesses and workers has been developed and can be found at https://halifaxpartnership.com/how-we-help/grow-your-business/connect-to-talent/

COVID-19: Nova Scotia Extends the Application Deadline for Rent Deferral Guarantee Program

The deadline for landlords already registered for the provincial COVID-19 Rent Deferral Guarantee Program to submit their application has been extended. 

To be included in the provincial guarantee, landlords must send their full applications to the Department of Business by June 26 toNSRentDeferral@novascotia.ca

Maximize Your Membership with CANS 101 on June 9 (Online Session)

Looking to make the most of your membership? CANS 101: Maximize Your Membership is back for another session on June 9! Harness the full power of your CANS membership, learn how to navigate CANSnet and capitalize on its opportunities in this virtual session.

CANS 101: Maximize Your Membership Information Session

  • Date: June 9, 2020
  • Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
  • Member Price: FREE

Find out more about this CANS 101 session, or register now.

Questions?

Please contact Vanessa Greencorn, vgreencorn@cans.ns.caor 902-237-0057

Bidding on Healthcare? Register for CSA Infection Control, Starting May 25

To support the application of CSA Standards at this time, CANS has secured new dates for a virtual CSA Infection Control Z317.17 in May and June! Spaces are limited, each course will be capped at 15 registrants. Don’t miss the chance to sign up for our next available course, starting May 25, 2020.

CSA Infection Control Z317.17

Date: May 25-28, 2020

Time: 8:30 a.m.

Register for this course now.

Questions?

Please contact Janelle Deveau, jdeveau@cans.ns.caor 902-789-2959.

Virtual Q&A Series to Explore Trades Continues with Plumbing on May 21

Do you know any youth who are eager to learn more about a career in construction and the trades? Share this information with them! Our virtual Q&A sessions explore careers in construction from the comfort of home, every Thursday until June 15.

TOMORROW: Building Futures for Youth and CANS Construction Connection are proud to present:

Q&A Session Three – Plumbing with Ben Pitts & Adam Hill

  • Date: Thursday, May 21
  • Time: 2:00 p.m. (approx. 30-45 minutes)
  • Who: Ben Pitts & Adam Hill, Certified Journeyperson Plumbers with Iron Dog Inc.

No registration required. Click here on May 21 to access this Zoom session!

Did you miss a session?

Learn about carpentry, welding and more with these sessions on-demand. Click here to watch our previous sessions now.

Questions?

Please contact Alain Lefebvre, alefebvre@cans.ns.caor 902-456-6444.