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It’s really not clear what Americans are waiting for. It has indeed been a long wait, but there is plenty of evidence that for a number of year now, the job market has been on a very impressive roll. What’s good for employment is good for consumption, which powers 70 per cent of the US economy, a good chunk of the world economy – and Canadian exports. Read more

Gold Seal Certification will be launching a new designation in Spring 2017. The new Foreman designation will open the doors for those who are looking to move up into the management position of Superintendent. The new designation will not be associated with a contracting discipline, certification will simply be Gold Seal Foreman. More details regarding requirements and exam proceedings are coming soon.

Canadian Construction Association (CCA) board members are not mincing words on the subject of exclusionary causes, calling the practice offensive and a possible infringement of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Read more

Daily Commercial News interviewed CCA president Michael Atkinson and CCA chair Gilbert Brulotte on resource development. Watch video

In the Halifax Regional Municipality Election, CANS will play an active roll, ensuring that the issues important to our members and the industry are top of mind for all candidates.

We have sent all candidates the CANS Halifax Regional Municipality Candidate Questionnaire asking them their positions on key issues facing our industry. We want to make sure you have all the information needed when you head to the Polling Day on Saturday, October 15.

We asked the candidates the following questions:

• Construction procurement is complex and involves significant risk. Consistent application of industry standards to the procurement and awarding of construction is beneficial to all parties concerned. Our members frequently report inconsistent procurement practices, delays in awarding work and lack of transparency. What would you do to address this important issue for the benefit of all parties involved in construction procurement?
• Modern infrastructure is critical to the social and economic vitality of HRM. A comprehensive multi-year infrastructure plan that considers maintenance, replacement and new construction is required to achieve these ends. What will you do to ensure that a comprehensive multi-year infrastructure plan is developed with meaningful representation and contributions from industry, businesses and the community?
• Responsible development is important to HRM and contributes to our ability to compete on the world stage, attract investment and be a community of choice for residents. Frequently, we hear concerns from members about delayed approvals, inconsistent application of policy and unnecessary red tape; each of which negatively impacts our community’s ability to compete. What would you do to ensure responsible development that is consistent in approach, efficient and transparent?
• Decisions pertaining to construction in HRM are often made by the municipality with little or no consultation with the industry or a full understanding of the implications on industry businesses. Progressive municipalities view industry as a partner in the development, growth and the vitality of their communities. What would you do to ensure that our industry is a partner in the decision making and policy formation process?

Read the candidate responses here. 

Ordinary Polling Day is Saturday, October 15, 2016.

To learn more about how and where you can vote, click here.