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Upcoming Events and Opportunities
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Union Training and Innovation Program Information Session (French)
This information session is for The Government of Canada’s Union Training and Innovation Program, which is a new funding opportunity for organizations that support Red Seal journeypersons and apprentices, and contribute to reducing Canada’s emissions. The funding aims to support skilled trades training across Canada.
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Union Training and Innovation Program Information Session (English)
This information session is for The Government of Canada’s Union Training and Innovation Program, which is a new funding opportunity for organizations that support Red Seal journeypersons and apprentices, and contribute to reducing Canada’s emissions. The funding aims to support skilled trades training across Canada.
![Construction Safety Occupational Ergonomics and COR® Requirements Webinar](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63e3b0d7a3b7bf410b91f739/1712672117335-08S4LJ0SF5T79OIU7B12/Construction+Safety.png)
Construction Safety Occupational Ergonomics and COR® Requirements Webinar
Join Construction Safety for their Occupational Ergonomics and COR® Requirements Webinar on July 19th from 12-12:30pm. The webinar will discuss occupational safety, COR® Requirements, and workers’ compensation.
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Union Training and Innovation Program Information Session (French)
This information session is for The Government of Canada’s Union Training and Innovation Program, which is a new funding opportunity for organizations that support Red Seal journeypersons and apprentices, and contribute to reducing Canada’s emissions. The funding aims to support skilled trades training across Canada.
![Union Training and Innovation Program Information Session (English)](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63e3b0d7a3b7bf410b91f739/1719494708827-TCQV2KY8QK329QWXP92T/Website+Logo+%284%29.png)
Union Training and Innovation Program Information Session (English)
This information session is for The Government of Canada’s Union Training and Innovation Program, which is a new funding opportunity for organizations that support Red Seal journeypersons and apprentices, and contribute to reducing Canada’s emissions. The funding aims to support skilled trades training across Canada.
![Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Golf Tournament](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63e3b0d7a3b7bf410b91f739/1710437935395-IDN9S24S5O4YTBSV6DKA/We+Are+Trades+Logo+%28Website%29.png)
Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Golf Tournament
On Friday, September 13th, join Mainland Nova Scotia in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halifax for the 25th annual golf tournament at the Chester Golf Club from 8:30am-2:30pm. Rain date is October 3rd.
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Construction Safety JOHS Committee Return to Work Training
Join Construction Safety Nova Scotia for their virtual Return to Work Training on Thursday, June 27th, starting at 8:30 a.m.
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Psychological Injury Virtual Information Session with WCB Nova Scotia
On June 26th from 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM, join WCB Nova Scotia virtually to explore employees’ resources if they experience a psychological injury in the workplace.
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Construction Safety Principles of Health and Safety Management
Join Construction Safety Nova Scotia for their virtual Safety Principles of Health and Safety Management on Wednesday, June 26th, starting at 8:30 a.m.
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Construction Safety COR® Auditor Training
Join Construction Safety Nova Scotia for their virtual COR® Auditor Training on Friday, June 21st, starting at 8:30 a.m.
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Construction Safety JOHS Committee Member/Representative Training
Join Construction Safety Nova Scotia for their virtual JOHS Committee Member/Representative Training on Tuesday, June 18th, starting at 8:30 a.m.
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Supporting Economic Growth and Prosperity in Atlantic Canada through Work-Integrated Learning
Join NSCC, Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) and econext for the Supporting Economic Growth and Prosperity in Atlantic Canada through Work-Integrated Learning Event.
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Crafting Accessibility Confidence Gathering
Join Sea Change CoLab on this day-long event to learn about how leaders can enhance workplace inclusivity, and what inclusivity looks like in Unama’ki/Cape Breton Island.
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Building Today's Workforce for Tomorrow 9th Annual Conference
Mainland Building Trades and Build Right Nova Scotia will host the annual Building Today’s Workforce for Tomorrow on June 12th from 8am-2pm at Hotel Halifax.
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Applications for Women Unlimited Program Open
Applications for Women Unlimited program, a free 14-week career exploration program open June 1st for women from diverse backgrounds and communities.
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Shift Change Gender Inclusive Leadership Course Manitoba Launch
Shift Change’s Gender Inclusive Leadership course is coming to Manitoba! To learn more about its implementation and why it is needed in Nova Scotia and Manitoba, join the Shift Change team and BuildHERS on May 30th, 2024 online at 1:30 CST (3:30 AST).
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5 Ways to Disrupt Ableism at Work
Join Sea Change CoLab to learn about what accessible language looks like in your workplace.
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Construction Safety Nova Scotia's 2024 AGM & Safety Awards
Construction Safety is hosting its annual general meeting on May 16th at the Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM ADT and virtually for free.
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The Africadian Empowerment Academy 10th Anniversary
The Africadien Empowerment Academy is hosting its 10th-anniversary celebration. During this celebration, the Academy will mark the successful achievement of many of its programs, particularly in their programs for those of African descent in the skilled trades.
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Construction Safety Virtual Training Session: COR® Auditor Training
Join Construction Safety in their upcoming COR® Auditor Training.
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3 Core Skills of Accessible Communication
Join Sea Change CoLab to learn about what accessible language looks like in your workplace.
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Construction Safety Virtual Training Session: Principles of Health & Safety Management
Join Construction Safety in their upcoming virtual training session about the Principles of Health & Safety Management.
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Construction Safety Virtual Training Session: WHMIS 2015 Supervisor
Join Construction Safety in their upcoming virtual training session about becoming a WHMIS 2015 Supervisor.
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Construction Safety Virtual Training Session: JOHS Committee Member/Representative
Join Construction Safety in their upcoming virtual training session about becoming a JOHS Committee Member or a Representative.
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Construction Safety Virtual Training Session: Return to Work
Join Construction Safety in their upcoming virtual training session about returning to work.
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Plain Language Workshop
Join Sea Change CoLab to learn about what accessible language looks like in your workplace.
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Building Intercultural Competence Workshop
The Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) is hosting a workshop to help create a more inclusive and respectful community.
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NSCSC Introduction to Construction Craft Worker Program Information Session
Join the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council’s Introduction to Pipe Trades program. The 16-week program, starting on April 22nd and ending on August 9th, 2024, is open to all Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents who want to start a career in the pipe trades.
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Unpacking Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment in Nova Scotia’s Skilled Trades
Join us on March 8, 2024, 9:30am -11:00am, for a panel discussion with Stephanie Gill, Robert Wright, Stephen Law, and Dr. Dana Kabat-Farr as we unpack the findings of the YWCA Halifax’s Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment in the Skilled Trades: Key Findings Report.
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Inspire Inclusion in NS Skilled Trades
Tickets are live for Women in Trades and Apprentices!!! The Inspire Inclusion in the NS Skilled Trades evening event is on March 6th from 5:30 pm to 8:30pm at the St. Mary's Boat Club.
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Accommodations at Work Workshop
Join Sea Change CoLab to learn about how to accommodate disabled workers in your workplace, including learning about legal definitions and what accommodations look like.
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Building Intercultural Competence Workshop
The Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) is hosting a workshop to help create a more inclusive and respectful community.
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Allyship Foundations Blended Training Online
Join Sea Change CoLab to learn about diversity, belonging, and inclusion in Nova Scotia.
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CANS Construction Job Fair
Join the Construction Association of Nova Scotia (CANS) on February 8th from 1-5 pm at the Cedar Event Centre to connect with employers and job seekers in the skilled trades industry.
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We Are Trades Training
This training is for leaders, owners, trainers and teams who are committed to creating respectful workplaces in their company. This training covers Step 1 of the We Are Trades training series.
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Accessible Recruitment and Hiring Workshop
Join Sea Change CoLab to learn about how to embrace accessible recruitment in your hiring strategies.