CANS office closure on Monday, August 4
Our office will reopen with regular hours (8 a.m. – 4 p.m.) on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. CANS Members are asked to plan accordingly for this temporary break in CANS services.
Call for Nominations: CANS 2025 Trailblazer Award
/in front/by CANSThis 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.
Nominations open for CANS Emerging Leaders Committee
/in front/by CANSThe CANS Emerging Leaders Committee is seeking individuals from across Nova Scotia’s construction sector to help guide programming and represent the next generation of industry leaders.
Introducing five new awards celebrating excellence in Nova Scotia’s construction industry
/in front/by CANSBuilding on CANS’ longstanding recognition program, CANS is proud to launch five new awards that recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals and companies shaping the future of our province’s construction sector.
Call for nominations: CANS 2025 Honorary Life Member
/in front/by CANSNominations now open for CANS 2025 Honourary Life Member, honouring individuals who have significantly contributed to the betterment of the Association and the industry.
United States applies 35% tariff to Canadian goods not covered by CUSMA
/in front/by CANSOn July 10, 2025, the U.S. President signed an executive order to impose a 35% tariff on non-CUSMA Canadian goods entering the U.S. The business community, workers, and key stakeholders are urged to monitor developments closely.
Call for Nominations: CANS 2025 Community Leader Award
/in front/by CANSThe Community Leader Award recognizes individuals who dedicate their time, energy, and resources to building stronger, healthier, and more connected neighbourhoods across Nova Scotia.
Call for Nominations: CANS 2025 Leader in Safety Award
/in front/by CANSThis award recognizes an organization that demonstrates exceptional commitment to workplace health and safety.
Call for Nominations: CANS 2025 Excellence In Innovation Award
/in front/by CANSThis award recognizes an organization that has demonstrated creativity and forward-thinking by implementing innovative practices. Whether through new approaches to project delivery, process design, mentorship, digital technology, or environmental sustainability, the winning company will exemplify a commitment to improving the construction industry through bold and effective change.
Call for Nominations: CANS 2025 Champion in Education & Training Award
/in front/by CANSThe Champion in Education & Training 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.