News
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…
More Training, Support for Skilled Trades Professionals
The Nova Scotia Government has announced funding for more training seats in high-demand trades to move almost 200 apprentices off wait lists and into technical training to continue their journey towards certification. This is the first step to eliminating wait lists in high-demand programs.…
Events
2016 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 10…
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…