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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…

Construction Fundamentals students gain real-world experience building sheds

Construction Fundamentals students gain real-world experience building sheds

Training Program provides introductory skills to the construction trades

A second cohort of the Construction Fundamentals program took place in July and August at NSCC Akerley…

New CEO Michelle Bussey takes the helm at NSAA

New CEO Michelle Bussey takes the helm at NSAA

The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency has welcomed a new Chief Executive Officer. Michelle Bussey was appointed in July 2023 to work with industry, apprentices, the Department, the Board, the NSAA team, its clients and…

African Nova Scotian Youth Camp returns with a deep dive in carpentry

African Nova Scotian Youth Camp returns with a deep dive in carpentry

The camp for African Nova Scotian (ANS) youth interested in exploring the skilled trades returned for its second consecutive year. Held from July 17-21 at NSCC Ivany Campus, the camp is a collaborative…

MacPhee Youth Camp links skilled trades to the arts

MacPhee Youth Camp links skilled trades to the arts

The MacPhee Youth Camp, held from July 4-14 at NSCC Akerley Campus, was a remarkable program that brought together the skilled trades and artistic expression. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Nova Scotia…