Recent News Announcements & Information
To keep you informed throughout this ongoing pandemic, CANS has compiled the latest COVID-19 information and its impact on the construction industry.
CANS COVID-19 Email Communication to CANS Members
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – May 12, 2021 – Update on Restrictions; Reminder to Industry; Vaccine Information
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – May 7, 2021 – New Restrictions and Impact on Construction
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – May 5, 2021 – CANS Office Closure and service updates
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – May 4, 2021 – Support for Businesses; Updated Industry FAQ; Overview of Restrictions
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – April 30, 2021 – Summary of Restrictions; Updated FAQs from Provincial Government
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – April 28, 2021 – Summary of Restrictions; Reminder for Industry; Update from CANS Projects & Documents Services
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – April 27, 2021 – Summary of Provincial Restrictions
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – April 23, 2021 – New Restrictions and Impact on Construction
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – April 23, 2021 – CANS Office Update; Worksite Safety Tips & Reminders
COVID-19 Update for CANS Members – April 22, 2021 – Restrictions on travel to Nova Scotia and travel in and out of HRM
COVID-19 Provincial Government News Updates
COVID-19 – Provincial News Releases & Information from May 2021
Ask us a Question
We know many of you have questions and concerns about the impact COVID-19 is having on your business. Please keep us informed to help us advocate on your behalf. Email your questions to questions@cans.ns.ca
COVID-19 Testing
Everyone should get tested regularly for COVID-19. Even if you have no symptoms or only mild symptoms, you should get tested.
Book an appointment for a standard test at a primary assessment centre. Rapid testing is available without an appointment at pop-up sites for people who are 16 or older and have no symptoms.
Exposure Notices
Please review the current possible exposure notices and follow the public health direction if a notice applies to you.
CANS Office Closure & Offering of Programs and Services
Out of an abundance of caution, CANS office closed Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at 4:00 pm and will remain closed the week of May 17. We will re-evaluate next Wednesday, May 19 on whether the office will continue to remain closed to members the week of May 24.
Any extension to this closure will be communicated before the end of that business day via CANS COVID-19 Information Centre, CANS website and social media channels (Twitter & LinkedIn).
How will this impact CANS Projects & Documents Services?
During this time, CANS office, including access to the Business Centre and board rooms, will remain closed to ALL CANS staff, members, and visitors. Please note the following adjustments to CANS Projects & Documents Services.
Questions about CANS Projects & Documents Services?
If you have any questions, please contact Lesley Whynot by phone 902-880-6046 or email.
Nova Scotia’s COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout
Nova Scotia’s COVID-19 immunization plan includes 3 phases. Each phase identifies when different groups can receive the vaccine. Every person in Nova Scotia who wants the COVID-19 vaccine will receive it for free.
FAQs
As Nova Scotia’s vaccination rollout is rapidly evolving, the Province has compiled a list of FAQs to keep Nova Scotians informed.
FAQs: Click here to view the FAQs (last updated April 30, 2021)
Want to learn more? Find more in-depth information about Nova Scotia’s immunization plan here.
Appointments and Eligibility
Most Nova Scotians will receive their vaccine by age group. When you’re eligible, you can book your appointment. All appointments need to be booked in advance.
People age 40 and older are now eligible for an AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine appointment. Each clinic has a set number of appointments available for the clinic dates. UPDATE: Nova Scotia has paused the use of AstraZeneca vaccine.
People age 35 and older are now eligible for a Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine appointment. Each clinic has a set number of appointments available for the clinic dates.
Book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment here.
Anticipated appointment availability by age group —
- March 2021: 80 and older
- April 2021: 55 -79
- May 2021: 25 – 54
- June 2021: 16 -24
Provincial & Federal Government
Provincial
- Find all the daily totals for tests, new cases, vaccinations and more statistical information in one easy spot with the Nova Scotia COVID-19 Dashboard.
- The NS government has created a helpful roundup of closures, cancellations and service changes amid the on-going COVID-19 pandemic.
- Learn about the latest measures from the Government of Nova Scotia.
- Follow the Department of Business on Twitter @NS_DoB
- Watch a collection of archived news conferences related to COVID-19 from the NS Government
- Government Business Navigators: more information on this service is available HERE. Navigators are available by calling or 1-844-628-7347 , 902-424-4475 Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm, or by email BusNavigation@novascotia.ca
Federal
- Find out the latest from the Public Health Agency of Canada including the current situation, risk to Canadians and how Canada is monitoring COVID-19
- Visit the Government of Canada‘s website for outbreak updates, prevention, travel, and financial and economic supports for Canadians
- Download the COVID-19 Support App. This app lets you receive the latest updates, trusted resources, and self-asses your symptoms. Download the app on iOS | Download the app on Android
Industry & Business
- Over the last several months, Nova Scotia has been reopening the province safely. As more businesses, organizations, services and public spaces reopen, we need to work together to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and help keep everyone safe. Check out our round-up of guides, toolkits, funding, news and articles to help you reopen your business safely.
- Wondering what support is available for you and your employees during COVID-19? Check out this roundup from the Halifax Chamber of Commerce.
- CCA releases COVID-19 – Standardized Protocols for All Canadian Construction Sites. (Updated April 2021)
- Check out CCA’s free tools available to you on their COVID-19 Resources page.
- The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency has developed FAQs for navigating training, government grants and more in the wake of COVID-19.
- Receive business support from Saint Mary’s University Entrepreneurship Centre. Learn more about their free virtual one-on-one strategy sessions and check out SMUEC’s virtual entrepreneurship online network.
- Take a look at online training courses available through Construction Safety Nova Scotia.
Health & Safety
- The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety has free tip sheets available online that provide health and safety tips for both workers and employers and are specific to each industry or sector. Click here to download the Construction tip sheet.
- Check out some tips from the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia on self-care while working from home.
- The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) has released its “Tips for Staying Safe While Working at your Trade.” Click here to access their tips.
- Take a look at Build Right Nova Scotia’s resources for COVID-19
Resources From CANS Members
- Check out this resource: A COVID-19 Hygiene Audit Checklist, developed by Bird Construction
- Check out Aon’s COVID-19 Response Site, established to support organizations in mounting effective infectious disease (pandemic) response and in planning for impacts.
- Grant Thornton is encouraging associations, groups, not-for-profits and charities to check out their COVID-19 website.
- Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Enterprise Truck will remain on-call and available to service first responders and essential service providers. Click here for details of their on-call service, or visit their website for more information.
- In this time of uncertainty with the progression of the COVID-19 outbreak in Canada, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax-Bedford on Parkland Drive is committed to keeping doors open and to be there for the community. For more information call at (902) 444-6700.