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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 and…
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.
…New Supports Announced for Apprentices to Purchase Tools and Technology
Today the Nova Scotia Government announced two new grants for apprentices to purchase tools and technology to support their training towards trade certification.
The Province will…
Events
Determination to Succeed
Malachi Gayle, Red Seal Truck and Transport Mechanic | As a young boy growing up in Jamaica, Malachi knew that he wanted to work in the skilled trades. He was fascinated with large trucks and the equipment required…
2020 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 October 23…
2019 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 October 16…
2018 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 November 20…
2017 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 November 1…