CANS 2026 Home Depot Pro De-Icer
Friday, April 17, 2026 | Halifax, NS
You’re Invited to CANS De-Icer!
The construction season is heating up, and that can only mean one thing — the return of CANS De-Icer! On April 17, join CANS for Nova Scotia’s largest construction networking event of the year. Bringing together professionals from every corner of the industry, CANS 2026 De-Icer offers the connections, conversations and momentum you need to kick off the season. It’s one event you won’t want to miss.
Event Information
- Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
- Time: Doors open at 5 p.m. | Event ends at approximately 11 p.m.
- Location: Halifax Convention Centre (Halifax, NS)
- Registration: Now open!
- Suggested dress code: Attire is business casual, though guests typically range from casual (denim and T‑shirts) to semi‑formal (suits or dresses).
Door Prizes
Want a chance to win a door prize? Drop your business card or fill out a ballot at the door prize table!
Interested in donating a door prize for the 2026 De-Icer? Email Justin Blakeney, Sponsorship Lead.
Entry to CANS De-Icer comes with several ticket options. Guests can select from three entrée choices — a chicken meal, a vegan‑friendly option or a traditional lobster dinner. Prefer more time for networking? Choose an entry‑only ticket and enjoy the evening’s entertainment without a seated meal.
Note: Guests must be 19+ to attend this event. This event is general seating.
Entry with lobster dinner
- Members: $145 + HST
- Non-member: $189 + HST
Entry with chicken & pork dinner
- Members: $125 + HST
- Non-member: $165 + HST
Entry with vegan dinner
- Members: $125 + HST
- Non-member: $165 + HST
Entry-only (no meal)
- Members: $89 + HST
- Non-member: $115 + HST
Note: Individually purchased tickets do not include assigned seating. Space at unassigned tables is available on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Tables will be refreshed as groups finish eating to make room for the next guests.
Don’t like playing musical chairs? Purchase a table of ten!
Treat your team to a night out and celebrate your hard work together! Purchasing a table of ten ensures reserved seating for the entire evening—giving your group a dedicated home base and front-row access to the entertainment!
Your table will include branded signage, and you’ll also receive early access to the venue to decorate as you wish (for example: a tablecloth, small centrepiece, or other simple additions).
Table of ten:
- Members: $2,500
- Non-members: $3,250
Drink Tickets
Please note: The venue’s bars cannot run tabs.
To purchase drinks at the 2026 De-Icer, guests may:
- Pre-purchase drink tickets through CANS (gratuity included!)
- Buy drink tickets on-site at the dedicated drink ticket table; or
- Buy individual drinks at the bar using credit, debit or cash.
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Single drink ticket Members: $9 Non-member: $10 |
10 drink tickets
Members: $90 Non-member: $100 |
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5 drink tickets Members: $45 Non-member: $50 |
25 drink tickets Members: $225 Non-member: $250 |
Single drink ticket
- Members: $9
- Non-member: $10
5 Drink tickets
- Members: $45
- Non-member: $50
10 Drink tickets
- Members: $90
- Non-member: $100
25 Drink tickets
- Members: $225
- Non-member: $250
Event Details
- All tickets must be mailed or picked up at the CANS office. No exceptions. Tickets will not be held at the door of the Halifax Convention Centre. All tickets must be paid for before or at pickup.
- Ticket Cancelation Policy: A minimum of 10 working days’ notice is required to be eligible for a 75% refund of registration fees.
Agenda
- Doors open: 5 p.m.
- Buffet: 6–8 p.m.
- Entertainment: 8–11 p.m.
- Last call: 10:30 p.m.
- Event closes: 11 p.m.
Transportation and Parking
Need help finding parking or getting around downtown Halifax?
CANS has prepared a helpful guide outlining transportation options and nearby parking locations for attendees of the 2026 CANS De‑Icer. Click here to access the parking guide.
Hotel Accommodations
Need place to stay in the city after the big night? CANS has secured preferred room blocks at two downtown Halifax hotels.
Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
Available nights: April 16-18
- Book online: Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
- Book by phone: 902-420-0555 or 1-800-565-1263. Reference “Construction Association of Nova Scotia.”
Rate guaranteed until March 16, 2026.
Prince George Hotel
Available night: April 17
- Book online: Prince George Hotel
- Book by phone: Call 902-424-1986 or 1-800-565-1567. Reference “Construction Association of Nova Scotia.”
Rate guaranteed until March 17, 2026.
FAQ
How will I receive my tickets?
If you selected mail when purchasing online, your tickets will be mailed to your chosen address in March. Tickets are mailed only after payment has been received.
If you selected pick-up, you can collect your tickets at the CANS Dartmouth office between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, or between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 16.
All tickets must be mailed or picked up at the CANS office. No exceptions. Tickets will not be held at the door of the Halifax Convention Centre. All tickets must be paid for before or at pickup.
Accepted methods of payment include cheque or credit card (VISA, AMEX, MC).
How do I add tickets to my online order?
You cannot add tickets to an existing order. However, you can log in to CANSnet and place a second order for the additional ticket(s). Please include a note referencing the invoice number of your original order.
What is the ticket cancellation policy?
A minimum of 10 working days’ notice is required to be eligible for a 75% refund of registration fees.
How do I change my current order?
Email your change request to bmacphee@cans.ns.ca.
Revist past CANS De‑Icers
Looking to revisit how the construction industry kicks off the summer season? Get a taste of what’s in store at the CANS De‑Icer — explore photo galleries from past events below.
Questions?
For event info, contact:
Britney MacPhee
Events Lead
902-468-2267 ext. 704
bmacphee@cans.ns.ca
For sponsorship info, contact:
Justin Blakeney
Sponsorship Lead
902-468-2267 ext. 720
jblakeney@cans.ns.ca