Housing Construction Council NS

06/01/2026

🔨🥈 Congratulations to Nova Scotia's own Cordell Robicheau on earning Silver in Carpentry at the National Skills Competition!

This incredible achievement is a testament to Cordell's hard work, dedication, and skill, and we are proud to see a Nova Scotian excel on the national stage.

A special shout-out to Skills Canada-Nova Scotia for supporting and developing the next generation of skilled trades professionals, and to Lindsay Construction for helping create opportunities for apprentices and tradespeople to grow and succeed in their careers.

We also want to recognize and congratulate all of the Nova Scotian competitors who represented our province and achieved success at the National Skills Competition. Your accomplishments demonstrate the strength, talent, and future of Nova Scotia's skilled trades workforce.

Join us in celebrating Cordell and Team Nova Scotia! 👏🎉

06/01/2026

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

HAPPENING TODAY from 2-4pm at the Lawerencetown Education Centre!

The Housing Construction Council is pleased to invite you to attend the combined graduation ceremony for the Lawrencetown Modular Housing Construction Fundamentals (MHCF) Program and the Tiny Home Construction Finishing Fundamentals (THCFF) Program.

Event Details
New Date: May 29, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: LEC, 10 Middle Road, Lawrencetown, NS

We would be honoured to celebrate our learners' achievements with you and to recognize the success of both programs.

The Modular Housing Construction Fundamentals program is an 18-week training experience that combines classroom instruction with paid, hands-on work experience. Participants gain practical skills across the structural and finishing phases of housing construction while building complete, two-bedroom, net-zero-ready tiny homes. Training includes framing, drywall, cabinetry, flooring, cladding, trim work, building envelope systems, and introductory mechanical concepts.

The Tiny Home Construction Finishing Fundamentals program is a 10-week training experience that builds on foundational skills and focuses on the detailed finishing work of one-bedroom, net-zero-ready tiny homes. Participants learn the proper use of tools and materials while working on stairs, scaffolding, and detailed interior and exterior components. Training includes installing interior doors and trim, exterior trim and finish, wall and ceiling panelling, and cabinetry.

Both programs also include training in construction math, blueprint reading, building science, and site operations, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, energy efficiency, and quality workmanship. Participants earn valuable industry-recognized certifications, including First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, fall protection, and scaffolding safety. Additionally, learners receive microcredential badges through Cape Breton University and pre-apprenticeship hours recognized by the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, creating strong pathways into the skilled trades.

Beyond the training site, the impact of this cohort extends into the broader community. The homes built through these programs help address the growing need for affordable housing locally.

The graduation ceremony is also an opportunity to learn more about our workforce development and training initiatives and how they support both individuals and industry across the housing sector.

If you have any questions, please reach out. We look forward to celebrating with you.

05/27/2026

The Housing Construction Council is pleased to invite you to attend the combined graduation ceremony for the Lawrencetown Modular Housing Construction Fundamentals (MHCF) Program and the Tiny Home Construction Finishing Fundamentals (THCFF) Program.

Event Details
New Date: May 29, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: LEC, 10 Middle Road, Lawrencetown, NS

We would be honoured to celebrate our learners' achievements with you and to recognize the success of both programs.

The Modular Housing Construction Fundamentals program is an 18-week training experience that combines classroom instruction with paid, hands-on work experience. Participants gain practical skills across the structural and finishing phases of housing construction while building complete, two-bedroom, net-zero-ready tiny homes. Training includes framing, drywall, cabinetry, flooring, cladding, trim work, building envelope systems, and introductory mechanical concepts.

The Tiny Home Construction Finishing Fundamentals program is a 10-week training experience that builds on foundational skills and focuses on the detailed finishing work of one-bedroom, net-zero-ready tiny homes. Participants learn the proper use of tools and materials while working on stairs, scaffolding, and detailed interior and exterior components. Training includes installing interior doors and trim, exterior trim and finish, wall and ceiling panelling, and cabinetry.

Both programs also include training in construction math, blueprint reading, building science, and site operations, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, energy efficiency, and quality workmanship. Participants earn valuable industry-recognized certifications, including First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, fall protection, and scaffolding safety. Additionally, learners receive microcredential badges through Cape Breton University and pre-apprenticeship hours recognized by the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, creating strong pathways into the skilled trades.

Beyond the training site, the impact of this cohort extends into the broader community. The homes built through these programs help address the growing need for affordable housing locally.

The graduation ceremony is also an opportunity to learn more about our workforce development and training initiatives and how they support both individuals and industry across the housing sector.

If you have any questions, please reach out. We look forward to celebrating with you.

05/27/2026

Students at the Rotary Interact Club at Lawrencetown Education Centre are taking action to support families impacted by the devastating West Dalhousie wildfires.

The students are building tiny homes that will be relocated to West Dalhousie to help families transition back into permanent housing and rebuild their lives.

You can support their efforts by donating through their GoFundMe campaign and helping bring these homes to life!

🔥 INTERACT STUDENTS IN NOVA SCOTIA ARE REBUILDING HOPE – WATCH THIS 🔥

Rebuilding Hope – Tiny Home Project
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NuDpqjcCCs

Last summer, the Long Lake Wildfire in West Dalhousie changed everything.

Families lost their homes.
Some were left with nothing but what they could carry.

But this story isn’t just about loss — it’s about what happens next.

💛 Interact Students at Lawrencetown Education Centre are stepping up
🛠️ Building tiny homes for those who lost everything
🏠 Helping families move from temporary shelters back to real homes

This is local.
This is real.
And it’s happening right now.

Every dollar goes directly toward materials — lumber, insulation, windows — the pieces that turn into someone’s home again.

If this video moves you even a little… please act on it.

👉 Donate here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuilding-hope-99sur

👉Share this post — it matters more than you think

Real students.
Real homes.
Real impact.

Let’s show what our North Atlantic community can do. 💛

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Happening Today! Join us in Sydney at 90 Military Road for our THCFF Open House from 11-1pm!

You’re invited! 🔨🏠

Join the Housing Construction Council of Nova Scotia on May 27 for the Tiny Home Construction Finishing Fundamentals Program Open House in Sydney, NS.

📅 May 27, 2026

📍 90 Military Road, Sydney, NS

🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Come tour the tiny home build, meet participants and instructors, and learn more about this hands-on training program preparing Nova Scotians for careers in housing construction.

If you plan to tour the build site, please assure that you’re dressed appropriately for the weather and construction environment. Your safety matters!

Light refreshments will be provided. We hope to see you there!

Learn more about our programs:https://housingconstruction.ca/programs

05/27/2026

Applications for the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency’s (NSAA) Youth Skilled Trades Camps open on May 26. 📅 Find out which campuses are hosting and get ready to apply: nscc.ca/TradesCamps

NSAA’s Youth Skilled Trades Camps give students in grades 7 to 9 the chance to explore trades like carpentry, welding, automotive, culinary and more during summer - at no cost!
✅ Build new skills
✅ Learn from industry experts
✅ Try real tools and equipment
✅ Make new friends

The camps are funded by the Nova Scotia Government and delivered in partnership with NSCC and Skills Canada-Nova Scotia.