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Resources

Discover everything you need to explore, start, or support a career in the skilled trades—all in one place. Whether you're a student, a job seeker, an employer, or someone considering a new direction, this page brings together helpful tools, guides, and information from trusted Nova Scotia partners.

Education

Junior Achievement

Education

Junior Achievement

JA educates and empowers students to make thoughtful financial health, workplace readiness and entrepreneurial decisions. JA provides in-school and extra-curricular hands-on experiential programming for youth aged 5-25, setting them up with real-world scenarios and experiences to encourage them to create a successful future.
  • Career Exploration
  • Events and Experiences
Education

What is Apprenticeship?

Education

Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA)

With apprenticeship, there are more than 70 exciting skilled trade careers to choose from. But what is apprenticeship?
  • Education and Training
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Benefits of Apprenticeship for Employers

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Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA)

Take a look at the benefits that come with hiring an apprentice.
  • Career Exploration
  • Apprenticeship
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Trades Exhibition Hall

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Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC)

The Hall features 14 interactive exhibits (booths) where visitors can learn about construction careers by participating in a variety of hands-on demonstrations and speaking with industry professionals at different stages of their careers.




  • Career Exploration
  • Apprenticeship
Education

Bridging Community and Industry Program

Education

Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC)

Bridging Community and Industry (BCI) aims to create a clear pathway to employment by offering hands-on training and resources that meet industry demands. Participants receive essential skills training in under 20 weeks, creating opportunities for a diverse skilled workforce in Nova Scotia.
  • Career Exploration
  • Education and Training
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Youth Skilled Trades Camps

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Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA)

Youth Skilled Trades Camps provide hands-on experiences for youth in grades 7 through 9 across the province to discover skilled trades at no cost.
  • Career Exploration
  • Events and Experiences
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Individual NS Works Center locations

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Nova Scotia Works

Each NS Works location offers in person and virtual support for job seekers and employers.
  • Apprenticeship
  • Jobs and Workforce
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The PREP Academy

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We inspire and prepare African Nova Scotian high school students for college, university and beyond. We coach students in Grades 10, 11 and 12 to plan, prepare and pursue college and university – and continue to provide wrap around supports as they navigate their post-secondary education and transition into their chosen careers.
  • Education and Training
  • Career Exploration
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Nova Scotia Works

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Nova Scotia Works

Job search resources, Career Planning tools including Explore Careers, Compare Careers, Education and Training. Guides and resources to support career decision making.
  • Career Exploration
  • Apprenticeship
  • Jobs and Workforce
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Incentives for Journeypersons

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Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA)

Journeypersons take an active role in mentoring apprentices and help them progress through training to certification. Check out the Journeyperson incentive program.
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Looking to Hire a Newcomer?

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Nova Scotia Immigration

Internationally trained workers are highly motivated to achieve success in their new jobs and in their new communities. Hire today.
  • Career Exploration
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Mi’kmaw/Indigenous Peoples in the Trades

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Government of Nova Scotia

There are excellent opportunities for Mi’kmaw/Indigenous people in the skilled trades. Certified tradespeople are in demand in the Nova Scotia labour force. The Agency is committed to working with Mi’kmaw communities, Indigenous organizations, and employers to prioritize the hiring of Indigenous apprentices in housing, construction and other projects in Mi’kmaw communities and surrounding areas. Learn more.
  • Career Exploration
  • Education and Training