Industry highlights and impacts from Nova Scotia Provincial Budget 2026-27
On February 24, the Government of Nova Scotia tabled Budget 2026-27, a $18.9-billion fiscal plan that includes a record $3.5-billion capital program. Read more.
Please welcome Anna Swimm to our CANS Team.
/in front/by CANSCANS is pleased to welcome Anna Swimm as our new Education & Training Administrator.
Institute of Skilled Trades
/in front/by CANSThe Institute of Skilled Trades is being launched to provide students and apprentices with modern training and equipment to develop the skills employers need. The IST and skilled trades training at NSCC will now be guided by an industry-led council that will help modernize and strengthen programming.
Thanks for attending CANS 2026 Construction Job Fair!
/in front/by CANSOn Wednesday, February 4, CANS kicked off our first event of the year with CANS Construction Job Fair with over 1,300 registered job seekers in attendance.
Celebrating Black History Month 2026
/in front/by Alison ClackFebruary is Black History Month. Join CANS as we celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black Nova Scotians who are building our communities and advancing the construction industry. Throughout the month, and the rest of the year, we’ll honour Black excellence in our industry through profiles of people and businesses and provide tools and resources to help support your organization.
Please welcome Chrystal Tushaus, Krystalanne Thompson and Michelle Fievet to our CANS Team.
/in front/by CANSOver the past week we’ve had some new faces join the team and some of our existing team members return back to the office. Please join us in welcoming and congratulating these members of CANS team.
Statistics for construction: Insights from Housing Starts, Construction Investments and Building Price Index
/in front/by CANSThe following statistics were shared by the Economics and Statistics Division. Read for more information on: ‘Building Construction Price Index (Q4 2025)’ , ‘Housing Starts, December and Annual 2025’ and ‘Building Construction, November 2025.
Critical feedback required from industry to shape NSCC’s trades programs
/in front/by Alison ClackAs part of Nova Scotia’s Trade Review, urgent input from employers and certified journeypersons is required. Input will be collected through series of one-day sessions aimed at gathering perspectives from a diverse mix of voices from industry.
Notice // CANS Projects pricing updates effective January 5
/in front/by Taylor ShawPrice updates to CANS printing services and CCDC/CCA document orders will take effect on Monday, January 5, 2026.