Insights from this data indicate that ICI construction has seen consistent growth year to date, with the development largely concentrated in Halifax.
The Marketing & Communications Lead is the primary storyteller of the association. They collaborate internally to execute, maintain and evaluate all day-to-day marketing activities. Their discerning eye and proactive nature ensures that tactics align with our broader strategy and members’ needs. Does this sound like you? Join our team!
Insights from ‘Labour Market Trends, May 2025’ indicate that the demand for skilled and entry-level labour is intensifying in construction, underscoring the urgency to attract and retain new workers in our industry.
As CANS prepares to renew our strategic plan, we’re reaching out to members like you to help guide the path forward. Whether you’re getting your hands dirty on-site or coordinating plans from your office, we want your input to help chart our course and support the industry.
Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Canada increased 0.1% in March 2025 following a decrease of 0.2% in February 2025
In Nova Scotia, we are on the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq, who have lived in Mi’kma’ki for over 13,000 years. Their knowledge, leadership, and deep connections to the land continue to shape our province and our industries, including construction.
As Nova Scotia continues to grow — with new housing, infrastructure, and development projects across the province — there’s an opportunity to build more than structures. We can also build a culture of inclusion, fairness, and pride.
Investment in Nova Scotia building construction fell 3.3% in March 2025 to $532.9 million, compared to February 2025.
We had a blast celebrating construction in Cape Breton at CANS 2025 Arrow Construction Products Spring Fling on Thursday, May 22, 2025!
Including statistics from ‘Building Permits, March 2025,’ ‘Housing Starts, March 2025,’ and ‘Housing Starts, April 2025.’