Stats — Labour Force Survey (April 2021)
Highlights from Nova Scotia’s Labour Force Survey and Market Trends (April 2021).
Author Archive for: aclack
Entries by Alison Clack
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – May 7, 2021
Concerning today’s announcement from the province, the Department of Labour and Advanced Education (DLAE) have reiterated that the new restrictions do not change how construction is viewed in terms of being seen as essential. The following guidance was provided for the construction industry.
Notice — WCB Employer premiums to be deferred until July 2021
This temporary change means that covered employers will have one less bill to worry about for at least a few months, as together our province continues to experience the extended impact of this global pandemic.
Notice — CANS Office Closing TODAY, May 5
OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE: In light of the recent COVID-19 outbreak, CANS is taking proactive measures to reduce the spread of the virus. Out of an abundance of caution, CANS office will close TODAY, Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at 4:00 pm and remain closed until May 17, at which point we will re-evaluate.
News — May Updates from Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
Find highlights from CCA’s May Newsletter including a review of the federal budget and links to updated COVID-19 protocols on worksites.
Update — HRM’s New PPL&C Metric Measurements Requirements
HRM is moving to a new online permitting, planning, licensing and compliance solution (PPL&C solution). Read more about recent updates and a timeline for implementation.
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – May 4, 2021
Today, May 4, the Rankin government announced more than $12 million in additional support for Nova Scotia businesses hit hard by the pandemic and facing province-wide restrictions. These announcements made today are for businesses that were required to close due to this third wave.
Meet Your CANS Team — Britney MacNeil
Did you know? Britney participated in Mud Hero (Martock, 2015)!
Resources — Mental Health Week: May 3-9, 2021
In an effort to support and improve mental health in the workplace, the Conference Board of Canada has created a set of FREE resources for employers, including videos, articles and more!
CANSnet Project Preview: NS21-0720 – UPDATED: St. Mary’s Apartment Restoration Project
Although great progress had been made in Phases I – III, some work scheduled for 2020 has been delayed due to COVID-19. Site visits are available on request. They are working to start major parts of the work in July and August 2021, providing the government moves forward with its plans to alleviate restrictions.