Join CANS Team! Now hiring: Manager, Education & Training

CANS is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Manager, Education & Training.

Federal Candidates Show Their Support for the Construction Industry in “Construction for Canadians” Campaign

“Construction is the backbone of Canada’s economy,” said Duncan Williams, President and CEO of the Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS). “It’s not just about buildings and infrastructure — it’s about jobs, growth, and the well-being of every community across the country.”

Office Closure // Friday, April 18, 2025

Please be advised that CANS office will be closed on Friday, April 18. CANS office will reopen on Monday, April 21 with regular office hours of 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Statistics // Industry highlights – Labour market and building permits

Including data from ‘Labour Market Trends, March 2025,’ ‘Labour Force Survey, March 2025’ and ‘Building Permits, February 2025.’

Thank you for attending CANS 2025 Emerging Leaders Curling Bonspiel

On April 4th, the Emerging Leaders hosted our 13th Annual Curling Bonspiel at the CFB Halifax Curling Club.

CANS Scholarships: 2024 NSCC Student Award Recipients

CANS is proud to partner with the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) Foundation to offer four distinct awards and scholarships to NSCC students pursuing post-secondary education toward careers in construction.

Canadians believe the federal government is failing to manage Canada’s infrastructure and construction workforce needs

“We hear a lot of promises about building more housing, roads, and infrastructure — but none of that happens without workers to do the job,” said Duncan Williams, President and CEO at the Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS).

Statistics // Highlights from ‘Canada GDP by Industry, January 2025’

Real Gross Domestic Product in Canada grew 0.4% in January 2025 following a gain of 0.3% in December 2024.

Building Code Adaptation sessions from CANS and CHBANS — recordings coming soon!

In preparation for changes to Nova Scotia’s Building Code Regulations, the Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS) and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Nova Scotia (CHBANS) partnered to deliver a province-wide training initiative.

Memo // End-of-use deadline in 2025 for equipment containing Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

The December 31, 2025 end-of-use deadline set by the PCB Regulations is now less than a year away.