news Archives - Construction Association Of Nova Scotia

Statistics // Building construction, February 2024

April 25, 2024/in front, news/by CANS

Investment in Nova Scotia building construction increased 2.6% in February 2024 to $515.5 million.

News // ‘Our biggest challenge is labour’: Reaction to Ottawa’s ambitious plan to build millions of homes

April 24, 2024/in front, news/by CANS

“Our biggest challenge is labour, of course, and having the people to build all the housing. It could be single family, it could be multi-residential. It’s just a people game right now,” said [CANS President & CEO] Duncan Williams.

Thanks to all who attended CANS 2024 Home Depot Pro De-Icer

April 22, 2024/in front, news/by CANS

On Friday, April 19, CANS 2024 Home Depot Pro De-Icer marked industry’s kick-off to a busy construction season, with over 1,800 attendees registered for this sold out event!

Highlights from Federal Budget 2024-2025

April 17, 2024/in front, news/by CANS

On Tuesday, April 16, the federal government released its 2024-2025 budget with a plan to build a stronger, more sustainable, and more secure Canadian economy.

Release // The Labour Market Assessment Construction Sector Study

April 9, 2024/in front, news/by CANS

The Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC) along with ICI industry partners, is conducting a labour market study to better understand the current state of the sector and identify future challenges and opportunities to manage anticipated retirement rates and unprecedented infrastructure investments in our province.

Resource // Applications for CANS Awards at NSCC are open now

April 4, 2024/in front, news/by CANS

Awards for confirmed applicants or current students at NSCC enrolled in construction-related programs are available now.

Notice // Submit your job postings for upcoming workforce recruitment missions!

April 4, 2024/in front, news/by CANS

To have your company’s openings featured, please send current job postings and a company contact to Taylor Shaw, Policy & Research Lead at tshaw@cans.ns.ca by Thursday, April 18, 2024.