Current Provincial Trade Advisory Committees

Trade Advisory Committees (TACs) are PROVINCIAL ad-hoc advisory committees established by the Apprenticeship Board in accordance with the Operating Charter of the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency. TACs advise the Board concerning policy, regulations and other matters specific to a trade(s), or on any matter assigned to the TACs relating to the apprenticeship and trades qualifications system.

Apprentice Skill Development and Logbook Signoff

The recommendation to establish a Logbook Sign-off and Skill Development Advisory Committee to address issues regarding the authentic sign off the apprentice’s logbook and skill development was approved by the Board on November 17, 2021. Recommendations for TAC members for the Logbook Sign-Off and Skill Development Advisory Committee were approved by the Board on March 25, 2022. Meetings commenced in May 2022.

Member Representing
Cathy Young Irving Shipbuilding Inc.
Steve Kehoe Brilun Construction Ltd.
Fred MacDonald O’Regan’s Automotive Group
George MacDonald Sheet Metal Workers and Roofers Local 409
Joseph MacDonnell Department of Public Works
Joey MacDougall Toromont CAT
Luke Monk NSCC Akerley Campus
Lisa Silliker Elevate Beauty
Chris Peckham A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd.
Greg Pope UA Local 56 Training Centre
Tyler Thibodeau Graves Electrical Limited
Geordie Walsh IBEW Local 625

The recommendation to establish a Logbook Sign-off and Skill Development Advisory Committee to address issues regarding the authentic sign off the apprentice’s logbook and skill development was approved by the Board on November 17, 2021. Recommendations for TAC members for the Logbook Sign-Off and Skill Development Advisory Committee were approved by the Board on March 25, 2022. Meetings commenced in May 2022.

Member Representing
Cathy Young Irving Shipbuilding Inc.
Steve Kehoe Brilun Construction Ltd.
Fred MacDonald O’Regan’s Automotive Group
George MacDonald Sheet Metal Workers and Roofers Local 409
Joseph MacDonnell Department of Public Works
Joey MacDougall Toromont CAT
Luke Monk NSCC Akerley Campus
Lisa Silliker Elevate Beauty
Chris Peckham A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd.
Greg Pope UA Local 56 Training Centre
Tyler Thibodeau Graves Electrical Limited
Geordie Walsh IBEW Local 625
Automobile Insurance Appraiser

This Trade Advisory Committee is on hold.

Member Representing
Dennis Burke (Chair) Canavans Central Appraisal
Derek Covey Covey’s Auto Recyclers Ltd.
Boyd Greene DR Hayman Insurance
Larry James Fix Auto New Glasgow
Shannon Trites Automotive Sector Council

This Trade Advisory Committee is on hold.

Member Representing
Dennis Burke (Chair) Canavans Central Appraisal
Derek Covey Covey’s Auto Recyclers Ltd.
Boyd Greene DR Hayman Insurance
Larry James Fix Auto New Glasgow
Shannon Trites Automotive Sector Council
Forestry Equipment Operator

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Forestry Machine Operator TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the November 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in June 2022. The TAC proposed ‘Forestry Equipment Operator’ for the trade name. The TAC recommendation will be presented to the Board in February 2024.

Member Representing
Heather Boyd Forestry Sector Council
Alan Angrignon Forestry Safety Society of NS
Marshall Bateman ABL Timber Ltd.
Ryan Cameron J.D. Irving Limited
Leif Helmer NSCC
Julia McMillan MacMillan Forest Inc.
Jeremy Simpson Backcountry Farm and Forestry
Ralph Stewart RES Sustainable Forestry Ltd.

Forestry Equipment Operator TAC Progress Chart

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Forestry Machine Operator TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the November 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in June 2022. The TAC proposed ‘Forestry Equipment Operator’ for the trade name. The TAC recommendation will be presented to the Board in February 2024.

Member Representing
Heather Boyd Forestry Sector Council
Alan Angrignon Forestry Safety Society of NS
Marshall Bateman ABL Timber Ltd.
Ryan Cameron J.D. Irving Limited
Leif Helmer NSCC
Julia McMillan MacMillan Forest Inc.
Jeremy Simpson Backcountry Farm and Forestry
Ralph Stewart RES Sustainable Forestry Ltd.

Forestry Equipment Operator TAC Progress Chart

Hairstylist
Member Representing
Jon MacNeil (Chair) Cape Breton
Tanya Baker First Choice Haircutters
Tracey Crawley Dartmouth
Iris Harnish South Shore
Dana Sharkey Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia
Tracy Samson Cape Breton Business College
Lisa Silliker Elevate Beauty Institute of Cosmetology, New Minas
Member Representing
Jon MacNeil (Chair) Cape Breton
Tanya Baker First Choice Haircutters
Tracey Crawley Dartmouth
Iris Harnish South Shore
Dana Sharkey Cosmetology Association of Nova Scotia
Tracy Samson Cape Breton Business College
Lisa Silliker Elevate Beauty Institute of Cosmetology, New Minas

Completed Provincial Trade Advisory Committees

Arborist

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Arborist TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the April 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2021. At the November 2023 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Arborist as a trade.

Member Representing
Geoffrey Talbot TreeWorks Ltd
Joel Gillespie Asplundh Tree Services
David Jollymore Lucas Tree Services
Claire Rainkin Green Butler Landscaping
Joey Peters Atlantic Arborists
Matthew Hull Arbor Plant Health Care
Lloyd Beaton HRM
Kirk Fletcher Arbor Plant Health Care
Tracey MacKenzie Dalhousie University, Agricultural Campus

Arborist TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Arborist TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the April 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2021. At the November 2023 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Arborist as a trade.

Member Representing
Geoffrey Talbot TreeWorks Ltd
Joel Gillespie Asplundh Tree Services
David Jollymore Lucas Tree Services
Claire Rainkin Green Butler Landscaping
Joey Peters Atlantic Arborists
Matthew Hull Arbor Plant Health Care
Lloyd Beaton HRM
Kirk Fletcher Arbor Plant Health Care
Tracey MacKenzie Dalhousie University, Agricultural Campus

Arborist TAC Progress

Architectural Cladder

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Architectural Sheet Metal Worker TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the April 2020 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2020. The TAC proposed ‘Architectural Cladder’ for the trade name. At the November 2022 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Architectural Cladder as a trade.

Member Representing
Benny Niesten Timberlake Construction
Roy Pennell Markland Associates Ltd.
George MacDonald SMW and Roofers Local 409
Randall Pinfold SMW and Roofers Local 409
Gary Lahey Timberlake Construction
Jared Swinemar Guilford’s
Matthew MacKinnon Scotia Sheet Metal
Travis Barrett Flynn Canada
Tristan Patterson Flynn Canada

Architectural Cladder TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Architectural Sheet Metal Worker TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the April 2020 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2020. The TAC proposed ‘Architectural Cladder’ for the trade name. At the November 2022 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Architectural Cladder as a trade.

Member Representing
Benny Niesten Timberlake Construction
Roy Pennell Markland Associates Ltd.
George MacDonald SMW and Roofers Local 409
Randall Pinfold SMW and Roofers Local 409
Gary Lahey Timberlake Construction
Jared Swinemar Guilford’s
Matthew MacKinnon Scotia Sheet Metal
Travis Barrett Flynn Canada
Tristan Patterson Flynn Canada

Architectural Cladder TAC Progress

Automotive Service Technician

The Automotive Service Technician TAC was mandated by the Board to make recommendations regarding trade regulations as it pertained to the shared (crossover) work with the Truck and Transport Mechanic trade, to make recommendations on enhancing participation and improving the overall trade profile.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

The Automotive Service Technician TAC was mandated by the Board to make recommendations regarding trade regulations as it pertained to the shared (crossover) work with the Truck and Transport Mechanic trade, to make recommendations on enhancing participation and improving the overall trade profile.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

Barber

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Barber TAC to review an application to designate Barber as a trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the June 2020 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in October 2020. At the June 2022 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards trade designation. NSAA and Labour, Skills and Immigration are working with Nova Scotia Registered Barbers Association regarding possible next steps.

Member Representing
Neil Atkinson Lucky Cat Barber Shop
Angela Bower Brian’s Barber Shop
Stuart Cochrane Blue Collar Barber Shop
Anthony Marzilli Scissors Over Comb Barber Shop
Kari Prior Brian’s Barber Shop

Barber TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Barber TAC to review an application to designate Barber as a trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the June 2020 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in October 2020. At the June 2022 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards trade designation. NSAA and Labour, Skills and Immigration are working with Nova Scotia Registered Barbers Association regarding possible next steps.

Member Representing
Neil Atkinson Lucky Cat Barber Shop
Angela Bower Brian’s Barber Shop
Stuart Cochrane Blue Collar Barber Shop
Anthony Marzilli Scissors Over Comb Barber Shop
Kari Prior Brian’s Barber Shop

Barber TAC Progress

Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator

The recommendation to establish a Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator TAC to consider an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act was approved by the Board on June 17, 2020. Recommendations for TAC members for the Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator TAC were approved by the Board as of October 6, 2020. Meetings commenced in Fall 2020.

Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator TAC Progress

The recommendation to establish a Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator TAC to consider an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act was approved by the Board on June 17, 2020. Recommendations for TAC members for the Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator TAC were approved by the Board as of October 6, 2020. Meetings commenced in Fall 2020.

Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator TAC Progress

Bricklayer

The Bricklayer TAC was mandated by the Board to review the current trade regulatory provisions and the NSCC Pre-apprenticeship program as well as enhance trade participation and the brand image.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

The Bricklayer TAC was mandated by the Board to review the current trade regulatory provisions and the NSCC Pre-apprenticeship program as well as enhance trade participation and the brand image.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

Carpenter

The mandate of the TAC evolved over the years, but its original focus was to review and make recommendations to the Board on an application to specify the trade as compulsory certified, as submitted by the Professional Carpenter’s Guild of Nova Scotia.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

The mandate of the TAC evolved over the years, but its original focus was to review and make recommendations to the Board on an application to specify the trade as compulsory certified, as submitted by the Professional Carpenter’s Guild of Nova Scotia.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

Construction Electrician

A Trade Advisory Committee (TAC) for the Construction Electrician (CE) trade met first on December 15, 2015. The mandate for the CE TAC focused discussions and recommendations on the following: trade regulations as pertaining to cross-over work, trade participation, trade profiles, labour market information and pre-apprenticeship programs.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

A Trade Advisory Committee (TAC) for the Construction Electrician (CE) trade met first on December 15, 2015. The mandate for the CE TAC focused discussions and recommendations on the following: trade regulations as pertaining to cross-over work, trade participation, trade profiles, labour market information and pre-apprenticeship programs.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

Cook

The Apprenticeship Board approved a revised Terms of Reference and Membership on the Cook TAC to expand its mandate to designate the Institutional Cook trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the April 2021 Board meeting. In March 2022, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Institutional Cook as a trade.

Member Representing
Alan Crosby (Chair) White Point Beach Resort
Admond Evong Member-at-Large
Cheryl Gaudet Nova Scotia Health Authority
Caitlin Kettley Shannex
Julie Marks Italian Market
Tammy Morrison Seaview Manor
Keith O'Brien Offshore Catering
Daniel Orovec Atlantica Hotel
Charmaine Roma Halifax Convention Centre

Cook TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved a revised Terms of Reference and Membership on the Cook TAC to expand its mandate to designate the Institutional Cook trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the April 2021 Board meeting. In March 2022, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Institutional Cook as a trade.

Member Representing
Alan Crosby (Chair) White Point Beach Resort
Admond Evong Member-at-Large
Cheryl Gaudet Nova Scotia Health Authority
Caitlin Kettley Shannex
Julie Marks Italian Market
Tammy Morrison Seaview Manor
Keith O'Brien Offshore Catering
Daniel Orovec Atlantica Hotel
Charmaine Roma Halifax Convention Centre

Cook TAC Progress

Farm Technician

The recommendation to establish a Farm Technician TAC to consider an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act was approved by the Board, in Fall of 2018. Meetings commenced in January 2019.

Farm Technician TAC Progress

The recommendation to establish a Farm Technician TAC to consider an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act was approved by the Board, in Fall of 2018. Meetings commenced in January 2019.

Farm Technician TAC Progress

Heavy Equipment Operator

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Heavy Equipment Operator TAC to make recommendations on the redevelopment of the pre-apprenticeship program for Heavy Equipment Operator as well as the creation of an apprenticeship pathway at the February 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Spring 2021. In Fall 2022, a recommendation to develop a training pathway for the Heavy Equipment Operator trade was submitted to the NSAA Senior Leadership Team which was accepted. A logbook was developed and validated by the TAC and a curriculum standard was drafted.

Member Representing
Marshall Bateman ABL Timber Ltd.
Craig McCormick Ray McCormick & Sons Ltd.
Derek Long Michelin Tire Canada
Deven Harvey Operating Engineers Training Institute of Nova Scotia
Matthew MacGillivray LG MacGillivray & Son Lumbering Ltd.

HEO TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Heavy Equipment Operator TAC to make recommendations on the redevelopment of the pre-apprenticeship program for Heavy Equipment Operator as well as the creation of an apprenticeship pathway at the February 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Spring 2021. In Fall 2022, a recommendation to develop a training pathway for the Heavy Equipment Operator trade was submitted to the NSAA Senior Leadership Team which was accepted. A logbook was developed and validated by the TAC and a curriculum standard was drafted.

Member Representing
Marshall Bateman ABL Timber Ltd.
Craig McCormick Ray McCormick & Sons Ltd.
Derek Long Michelin Tire Canada
Deven Harvey Operating Engineers Training Institute of Nova Scotia
Matthew MacGillivray LG MacGillivray & Son Lumbering Ltd.

HEO TAC Progress

Industrial Coatings Applicator

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Industrial Coatings Applicator TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the November 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in June 2022. At the November 2023 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Industrial Coatings Applicator as a trade.

Member Representing
Darrell Reid Irving Shipbuilding Inc.
Glenn Hollins Irving Shipbuilding Inc.
Stephane LeBlanc A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd.
Walter MacDonald International Union of Painters and Allied Trades
Scott MacKinnon MacKinnon and Olding
Arnold MacLeod AML Painting Ltd.

Industrial Coatings Applicator TAC Progress Chart

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Industrial Coatings Applicator TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the November 2021 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in June 2022. At the November 2023 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved moving forward towards designating Industrial Coatings Applicator as a trade.

Member Representing
Darrell Reid Irving Shipbuilding Inc.
Glenn Hollins Irving Shipbuilding Inc.
Stephane LeBlanc A.F. Theriault & Son Ltd.
Walter MacDonald International Union of Painters and Allied Trades
Scott MacKinnon MacKinnon and Olding
Arnold MacLeod AML Painting Ltd.

Industrial Coatings Applicator TAC Progress Chart

Industrial Electrician

A Trade Advisory Committee (TAC) for the Industrial Electrician (IE) trade met first on December 15, 2015. The mandate for the IE TAC focused discussions and recommendations on the following: trade regulations as pertaining to cross-over work, trade participation, trade profiles, labour market information and pre-apprenticeship programs.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

A Trade Advisory Committee (TAC) for the Industrial Electrician (IE) trade met first on December 15, 2015. The mandate for the IE TAC focused discussions and recommendations on the following: trade regulations as pertaining to cross-over work, trade participation, trade profiles, labour market information and pre-apprenticeship programs.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

Insulator (Heat and Frost)

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Insulator (Heat and Frost) TAC to review an application for compulsory certification of the Insulator trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the November 2020 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in June 2021. At the November 2023 Board meeting, the TAC Chair presented TAC recommendations to the Apprenticeship Board which concluded the work of the TAC. The Board deferred making a decision on compulsory certification until the February 2024 Board meeting.

Member Representing
Matthew Benson Insulators Union, Local 116
Patrick Murphy Pro Insul Limited
Kent Hayley CanPro Insulation
Dwaine MacDonald Trinity Energy Group
Michael MacDonald MacKinnon and Olding Ltd.
Carl Zinck Zinck Mechanical Insulation

IHF TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of an Insulator (Heat and Frost) TAC to review an application for compulsory certification of the Insulator trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the November 2020 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in June 2021. At the November 2023 Board meeting, the TAC Chair presented TAC recommendations to the Apprenticeship Board which concluded the work of the TAC. The Board deferred making a decision on compulsory certification until the February 2024 Board meeting.

Member Representing
Matthew Benson Insulators Union, Local 116
Patrick Murphy Pro Insul Limited
Kent Hayley CanPro Insulation
Dwaine MacDonald Trinity Energy Group
Michael MacDonald MacKinnon and Olding Ltd.
Carl Zinck Zinck Mechanical Insulation

IHF TAC Progress

Machinist

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Machinist TAC to review the NSCC Machinist Program at the June 2019 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2019. In May 2021, the Apprenticeship Board approved NSCC’s proposal (via TAC discussions) on the Machinist Program.

Machinist TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Machinist TAC to review the NSCC Machinist Program at the June 2019 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2019. In May 2021, the Apprenticeship Board approved NSCC’s proposal (via TAC discussions) on the Machinist Program.

Machinist TAC Progress

Mine Electrician

NSAA Board was asked to work with Kameron Coal (Donkin Mine), industry members and regulatory bodies in the safe re-activation of the Mine Electrician trade.  As a result, the NSAA Board approved the establishment of a TAC on June 15, 2016.

Due to inactivity at the Mine, this TAC is on hold indefinitely.

NSAA Board was asked to work with Kameron Coal (Donkin Mine), industry members and regulatory bodies in the safe re-activation of the Mine Electrician trade.  As a result, the NSAA Board approved the establishment of a TAC on June 15, 2016.

Due to inactivity at the Mine, this TAC is on hold indefinitely.

Non-Destructive Tester

Outcome: The Apprenticeship Board accepted the recommendation of the NDT Trade Advisory Committee, at the April 19, 2023 Board meeting, to not designate Non-Destructive Tester as a trade.

Background: The recommendation to establish a Non-Destructive Tester TAC to consider an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act was approved by the Board on June 17, 2020.

NDT TAC Progress

Outcome: The Apprenticeship Board accepted the recommendation of the NDT Trade Advisory Committee, at the April 19, 2023 Board meeting, to not designate Non-Destructive Tester as a trade.

Background: The recommendation to establish a Non-Destructive Tester TAC to consider an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act was approved by the Board on June 17, 2020.

NDT TAC Progress

Plumber

The mandate for the Plumber TAC was to advise and make recommendations on enhancing employer, journeyperson and apprentice participation in the Plumber trade. Trade regulation and NSCC/NSAA program reviews were also part of the mandate as was improving the trade profiles for Plumber.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

The mandate for the Plumber TAC was to advise and make recommendations on enhancing employer, journeyperson and apprentice participation in the Plumber trade. Trade regulation and NSCC/NSAA program reviews were also part of the mandate as was improving the trade profiles for Plumber.

The work of this TAC has been concluded.

Residential HVAC Installer

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Residential HVAC Installer TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the February 2022 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2022. At the September 2023 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved the TAC’s recommendation to not designate Residential HVAC Installer as a new trade. Opportunities will be identified to work within the current Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (RACM) trade to assist in building capacity for technicians to complete the residential work demand and support quality installations.

Residential HVAC Installer TAC Progress

The Apprenticeship Board approved the establishment of a Residential HVAC Installer TAC to review an application to designate the trade under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act at the February 2022 Board meeting. TAC members were subsequently approved and began meeting in Fall 2022. At the September 2023 Board meeting, the Apprenticeship Board approved the TAC’s recommendation to not designate Residential HVAC Installer as a new trade. Opportunities will be identified to work within the current Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic (RACM) trade to assist in building capacity for technicians to complete the residential work demand and support quality installations.

Residential HVAC Installer TAC Progress

Steamfitter/Pipefitter

The mandate for the Steamfitter/Pipefitter TAC was to advise and make recommendations on enhancing employer, journeyperson and apprentice participation in the Steamfitter/Pipefitter trade. Trade regulation and NSCC/NSAA program reviews were also part of the mandate as was improving the trade profiles for Steamfitter/Pipefitter.

The work of this TACs has been concluded.

The mandate for the Steamfitter/Pipefitter TAC was to advise and make recommendations on enhancing employer, journeyperson and apprentice participation in the Steamfitter/Pipefitter trade. Trade regulation and NSCC/NSAA program reviews were also part of the mandate as was improving the trade profiles for Steamfitter/Pipefitter.

The work of this TACs has been concluded.

Atlantic Trade Advisory Committees (ATACs), consisting of industry and training representatives, have been, and continue to be, active in supporting the work of the Atlantic Apprenticeship Harmonization Project. Trade-specific ATACs have been formed in several trades to support the development and implementation of harmonized Atlantic Apprenticeship programs, including the development of Atlantic apprenticeship curriculum standards, Atlantic exam banks and Atlantic bilingual apprentice logbooks.

Recruitment

Overview

The Apprenticeship Board of the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency looks for employers and employees who are knowledgeable about the trades, who understand the labour market and who can commit to attending a number of meetings over a one to two year period. Expenses are reimbursed and members are compensated for meetings attended.

The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) Board will invite applications for members of Atlantic Trade Advisory Committees (ATACs) through advertisements.

Overview

The Apprenticeship Board of the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency looks for employers and employees who are knowledgeable about the trades, who understand the labour market and who can commit to attending a number of meetings over a one to two year period. Expenses are reimbursed and members are compensated for meetings attended.

The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) Board will invite applications for members of Atlantic Trade Advisory Committees (ATACs) through advertisements.