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Working in the Trades

There are excellent opportunities in skilled trades right now. Certified tradespeople are in demand, and support is available for you to build your career in this field.

This is also a time when women and gender-diverse people want to be connected to others to get support, share their experiences, and for some, engage in mentorship.

Some of the agencies and networks offered through the resources below can help you find opportunities and other people to connect with and get support.

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Construction Safety Nova Scotia

Construction Safety Nova Scotia ensures that everyone in the construction industry has a safe place to work. They provide Certificate of Recognition (COR®), multiple in person and virtual trainings, fall protection awareness, and more.

The Motive Career Portal

Through their Motive Power Career Portal, you can explore career options and opportunities in this industry

Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office

To find out about current employment opportunities, training and other news and events, check out the MEBO FaceBook page.

ISANS: Trades Practical Assessment

For Newcomers: Do you want to demonstrate your skills to a potential employer in your trade? Are you interested in apprenticeship?

Apprentice Search

ApprenticeSearch.com is a free online job search and matching platform with an exclusive focus on apprenticeship trade positions in Canada.

Build Together Social Media Presence

Information sharing, apprenticeship opportunities, ability to connect with the Building Trades and employment opportunities for women interested in the trades to skilled tradeswomen.

Emerging Leaders Group - Construction Association of NS

CANS Emerging Leaders Group aims to construct valuable and inclusive opportunities for developing industry leaders from networking events to educational sessions. For up and coming leaders, under 40 years of age, in the construction industry.

Continuing Education - Construction Association of NS

Offers a comprehensive range of continuing education sessions to ensure the construction community is on top of the latest trends, technologies, legislation, regulations, and best practices in the industry. All CANS courses are gold seal accredited.

Motive Power Career Portal

Allows for connection between employers and job seekers. A network portal to identify talent and explore careers in the motive power industry. The portal helps job seekers discover qualities about themselves that help them shine beyond just their resume.

Opportunities in ICI Construction for Management and Office Staff

Learn about opportunities for full-time employment in ICI construction in an office or a management role. Helps connect you to an employer/union/contractor and/or make a referral on your behalf to potentially secure full-time employment.

Nova Scotia Women in Trades Network Facebook Group

Get connected to the largest Nova Scotia Women in Trades FaceBook Network! You can share stories, rant or ask questions. Find out about job opportunities and more.

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Giving Back

When people get established in their trade, they often look for opportunities to give back and provide a hand up for those starting out. Groups like Techsploration provide mentorship opportunities for Women to mentor the next generation of tradespeople.

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Women in Skilled Trades Role Model Recruitment

Our role model network is extensive and provides an opportunity for women in our sector to mentor the next generation while also connecting/building their own professional network with other women in skilled trades and industry partners.