Eligibility
NOTE: You must be a registered ISANS client to be able to access our programs and services
Immigration Status:
- Canadian Citizen Born outside Canada, Permanent Resident
To be eligible for this program, you must:
- Have a minimum CLB level 1
- Be able to manage long hours and heavy lifting
- Demonstrate a commitment to a career in construction
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About the Program
The Bridge to Construction program offers newcomers a pathway into Nova Scotia’s construction industry through 7 weeks of full-time, hands-on general construction training. Delivered in partnership with Nova Scotia Community College and led by experienced Red Seal faculty, the program covers essential skills such as carpentry, framing, scaffolding, concrete work, drywall, painting and flooring.
Participants begin with two weeks of employability and safety training, including certifications in First Aid/CPR, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, Fire Safety, Fall Protection and Mask Fitting. To help them transition into the workforce, all participants receive a toolbox, safety gear, and job placement assistance.
90%
of clients secure employment
20
new clients per cohort
100%
training satisfaction rate