CANS Awards

CANS awards recognize members whose enduring commitment, leadership, and service have contributed significantly to the strength and success of the Association and the construction industry as a whole.

Through these honours, CANS celebrates individuals and organizations whose continued involvement, dedication, and professionalism exemplify the values of the Association. Their contributions help advance CANS’ mission, support industry growth, and foster a strong, connected membership—making each award a reflection of both achievement and lasting impact.

In 2025,  five new industry awards were introduced to recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals and companies shaping the future of our province’s construction sector. These awards highlight leadership, innovation, community spirit, and the advancement of women in the industry.



CANS Awards

Honourary Life Member

Through the designation of Honourary Life Membership, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia recognizes individuals whose leadership, service, and conduct have made an exceptional and enduring contribution to the Association. This distinction honours those whose efforts have positively advanced the construction industry, strengthened CANS as an organization, and meaningfully supported the achievement of its goals, values, and long-term vision.

CANS 2025 Honourary Life Member is David Wood.

Click to view a full list Honourary Life Member Award recipients.

Bowman Award

The CANS Bowman Award recognizes companies that have maintained membership with the Association for 25 years.

Congratulations to all 2025 Bowman Award recipients:
  • Allsteel Coatings Limited
  • Enertrak Inc.
  • Jones Masonry Ltd.
  • Pomerleau Inc.
  • Sackville Trenching Limited
  • Stantec Consulting Ltd.
  • Wolseley Canada Inc. Atl. Div.
  • XL Electric Limited

Click to view a full list of Bowman Award recipients.

Long-Term Member Award

The CANS Long-Term Member Award recognizes companies that have maintained membership with the Association for 50 years or more.

Congratulations to all 2025 Long-Term Member Award recipients:
  • Aberdeen Paving Limited
  • Able Infrastructure Inc.
  • Apex Industries Inc.
  • Atlantic Purification Systems
  • E.H. Price Ltd.
  • Flynn Canada Ltd.
  • Ocean Contractors Limited
  • Roscoe Construction Ltd.

Click to view a full list of Long-Term Member Award recipients.

BFY Long-Term Host Award

The 2025 BFY Long-Term Host Award recipient is Black & McDonald. This award recognizes a Host Employer company that has consistently supported the program, year-over-year, providing continuous opportunities for experiential learning and contributing to the success of the program overall.

BFY Ambassador Award

The 2025 BFY Ambassador Award recipient is Eastcut Wood Building Solutions. This award recognizes the efforts of a Host Employer company who have gone above and beyond to welcome and mentor their BFY Student(s).  

Excellence in Innovation Award

This award recognizes a company that has demonstrated creativity and forward-thinking by implementing innovative construction practices within the past two years. Whether through new approaches to project delivery, process design, workforce development, mentorship, digital technology, or environmental sustainability, the winning company will exemplify a commitment to improving the construction industry through bold and effective change.

Read about Falkbuilt Halifax, winner of CANS 2025 Excellence in Innovation award.

Trailblazer Award: Celebrating Women in Construction 

This award honours a woman in the construction industry who demonstrates outstanding leadership, drives innovation and inclusion, and actively shapes a more equitable future for all. The recipient is a role model whose influence extends beyond her organization and into the broader industry and community.

Read about Susan Conrad: Winner of CANS 2025 Trailblazer award.

Community Leader Award

This award honours an individual whose contributions, leadership, and active engagement have created meaningful and lasting impact in their community. The Community Leader Award recognizes individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and resources to building stronger, healthier, and more connected neighbourhoods across Nova Scotia.

Read about Amanda Penney, winner of CANS 2025 Community Leader award.

Leader in Safety Award

This award recognizes an organization that demonstrates exceptional commitment to workplace health and safety. Successful candidates will showcase excellence in safety program development, workforce training, industry engagement, and a strong safety record.

Champion in Education & Training Award 

This award recognizes a CANS member company that has shown exceptional leadership and commitment to advancing education, training, and professional development in Nova Scotia’s construction industry. This award celebrates companies that are actively building the capacity, knowledge, and expertise of their teams as a core part of how they do business.

  • 2025: Marco Group