News
Industry Sector Committees Aim to Increase Regional and Diverse Representation
The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) and Board are expanding industry input into the apprenticeship system by creating new Industry Sector Committees. Four Industry Sector Committees representing construction, industrial/manufacturing, motive power, and services will provide industry-…
New Bursary for Skilled Trades Students at NSCC
As part of the Province’s plan to grow the skilled trades workforce, a new bursary will support 320 students starting training in Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) construction programs in September.
Students with financial need can apply for a $5,000 Growing Nova Scotia’s Skilled…
Inspiring Inclusion in the Skilled Trades
On March 6, during the “Inspire Inclusion in the NS Skilled Trades” event, the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) recognized six remarkable women who have fearlessly challenged systemic barriers to succeed in their fields and advocate for gender equity in the skilled trades.
On…
Industry Update | February 2024
New Supports Provide Apprentices With Money For Tools and Technology
On February 16, 2024, Jill Balser, Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, announced two new grants at Port Hawkesbury Paper to help registered apprentices purchase tools and technology to support their training…
Nearly one-thousand job seekers attend CANS Construction Job Fair in Halifax
The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) was proud to support and help bring to life the CANS Construction Job Fair. On February 8, 2024, over 900 job seekers attended the one-day event in Halifax and connected with more than 25 employers in the construction industry.
…Events
Black Family Hair Matters: Hair Show and Celebration
On February 28 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Woodlawn Public Library, there will be an event in celebration of the first graduates - those who recently achieved trade certification in the Black Beauty Culture Hair Innovator…
Construction Workforce Summit
The Construction Workforce Summit is a 1-day event offering three expert-led sessions on workforce related topics in the morning, networking opportunities for attendees over a shared lunch and coffee breaks, and an opportunity for job…
Register for the Nova Scotia Skills Competition
Registration for the Nova Scotia Skills Competition open from January 9 - March 3, 2023
From plumbing, carpentry and welding, to machining, hairstyling, automobile technology and more, the Nova Scotia Skills Competition…
Apprentices: Provide your input regarding Nova Scotia’s housing needs!
The Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing is conducting a province-wide housing needs assessment to better understand the housing needs of Nova Scotians. They are looking to hear from as many people as…
Techsploration 25th Anniversary Launch
Techsploration is bringing together its partners, supporters, alumnae, and key stakeholders to thank them for their contributions and to officially kick off their 25th program year.…