News
Techsploration 26th Annual Program Launch
For 25 years, Techsploration has actively broken down barriers to ensure more women are exploring and entering in-demand careers in science, engineering, trades, and technology. As a founding program partner, the Nova…
Annual Industry Meeting and Awards Breakfast: Modernization in Action
The 2023 Annual Industry Meeting (AIM) took place on November 2, with over 110 guests gathered in-person at the Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites. The event opened with a land acknowledgement and territorial welcome and prayer. Trent Soholt, Apprenticeship Board…
Meet Some Inspiring Women Advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Meet Some Inspiring Women Advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
October is Women’s History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women and girls who are contributing to a better, more inclusive Canada. This year’s theme is Through Her Lens: Celebrating the…
New actions announced to recruit, retain and train more people in the skilled trades
The Nova Scotia government announced earlier today a new set of actions to recruit, retain and train more people in the skilled trades.
This $100 million investment over the next three years will accelerate growth in the skilled trades and modernize the entire apprenticeship and…
Events
Past Apprenticeship Celebration Events
Apprenticeship Celebration Events were hosted by the Apprenticeship Board, funded by industry and held twice a year: Fall event (Halifax Regional Municipality) and Spring event (different locations throughout the province).
The…
2015 Annual Industry Meeting
Per the Agency’s Operating Charter, the Board is required to conduct an annual meeting with industry to get information and input for Agency planning and accountability. The Board holds the meeting in the fall of each year.
On February 25…
2014 Update Events
Engaging Employers in Apprenticeship: From October 20th to 29th, 2014
Apprenticeship Agency Update Events were held at Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) campuses all across the province. Employers, industry stakeholders and…