Congratulations to our 2024-2025 CANS Awards Recipients!

CANS 163rd AGM Awards Dinner recognized some outstanding achievements in industry.

Thank you for attending CANS EL Golf Tournament!

Thank you to all the attendees of CANS Emerging Leaders Golf Tournament who joined us on September 5 for 9-holes of golf.

CANS staff participate in HRM construction site tours, Sept. 26

CANS staff headed out for a full-day tour of active construction sites across HRM as part of our commitment to workforce development. We connected with members on-site, gaining valuable insights, and shared highlights from the day.

Notice // Safety Alert: Risks of Smoke Exposure During Wildfires

The Safety Branch of the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration would like to inform workplaces about the risks of smoke exposure during wildfires.

Industry awards applications extended to Friday, August 29

The deadline to apply for CANS newly expanded awards program has been extended to Friday, August 29, 2025.  

Nominations open for CANS Emerging Leaders Committee

The 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

Building 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

Nominations 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

On 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 2026 Excellence In Innovation Award

This award recognizes an organization that has demonstrated creativity and forward-thinking by implementing innovative construction practices within the past two years.