News

New Financial Incentive for Journeypersons: Now Live

The new Journeyperson Financial Incentive Program was launched on July 31. The program aligns with government’s Actions to Accelerate the Growth of Skilled…

New Financial Incentive for Journeypersons 

The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) will soon be launching a Journeyperson Financial Incentive Program. This program aligns with the Actions to…

Summer Camps for Youth Interested in Skilled Trades

The Nova Scotia Government will be offering free skilled trades exploration camps to youth aged 12-15 this summer. 

In partnership with industry, various community partners, and Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC), camps will be offered in the construction, motive power, industrial/…

Have Your Say

Apply today to become a member of the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Board.

The Apprenticeship Board provides invaluable stewardship for the skilled trades. Board members have the opportunity to shape strategic decisions and help grow and modernize the apprenticeship and trades certification…

Industry Update | April 2024

New Bursary for Skilled Trades Students at NSCC

As part of the Province’s plan to grow the skilled trades workforce, a new $5,000 bursary will support 320 students starting training in Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) construction programs in September.

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Events

Inspire Inclusion in the NS Skilled Trades

The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency is proud to support the Inspire Inclusion in the NS Skilled Trades event as the title sponsor.

The event is a celebration of women and gender-diverse people in the skilled trades, and…

CANS Construction Job Fair

The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency has partnered with the Construction Association of Nova Scotia for the CANS Construction Job Fair…

WorkForward Conference 2023

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Registrations are open for WorkForward 2023, the Association of Industry Sector Councils' annual conference in partnership with Nova Scotia Works.

Taking place on November 21-22 at the Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax, this two-day conference…

2023 Annual Industry Meeting and Awards Breakfast

Modernization in Action

Skilled trades and technology are at the forefront of Nova Scotia’s growing economy. An innovative apprenticeship training and certification model is the future!

The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship…

Career fair hosted by NSCLRA Electrical Contractors Society

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NSCLRA Electrical Contractors Society is holding a career fair on March 16, 2023, from 2pm-5pm and 6pm-8pm, at 1 Regency Drive in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Join them as their electrical contractors attempt to identify talented construction…