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Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Our goal is to enhance the opportunities for our thirteen member unions and the professional tradespersons they represent.

The Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Council is committed to providing highly-trained, safe-working Industrial-Commercial-Institutional (ICI) tradespersons. The depth of experience represented by our membership is truly impressive and ever increasing. Through our affiliated unions, we supply a skilled and productive workforce to our contractors and owners. Our mandate includes promoting and developing business for our 11,000 members, and providing a united voice on issues affecting the professional trades. The unionized Building Trades includes over 11,000 professional tradespeople, including 2,700 apprentices in Nova Scotia – a significant portion of our working middle class. Included in the Building Trades are the following Unions:

• International Brotherhood of Boilermakers - Lodge 73
• International Union of Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers - Local 1
• Atlantic Regional Council of Carpenters, Millwrights and Allied Workers - Local 83
• International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers - Local 625
• International Union of Elevator Constructors - Local 125
• International Association of Heat & Frost - Local 116
• International Association of Bridge, Structural and Reinforcing Ironworkers - Local 752
• Labourers’ International Union of North America - Local 615
• United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America - Millwrights Local 1178
• International Union of Operating Engineers - Local 721
• International Union of Painters & Allied Trades, District Council 39, Local 1439
• Sheet Metal Workers’ International Association - Local 409
• United Association of Journeymen Plumbers & Pipefitters - Local 56
• United Association of Journeymen Plumbers & Pipefitters - Local 244

On behalf of our affiliated unions and members, The Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades extends heartfelt condolences t...
10/18/2026

On behalf of our affiliated unions and members, The Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades extends heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones mourning the lives lost at CFB Wainwright.

To the Canadian Armed Forces members, first responders, healthcare teams and everyone providing care and support - thank you for your service and compassion.

Our thoughts are with those injured, their families, and the entire community of Wainwright, Alberta.

📣 UTIP Funding Announcement! Yesterday, the Government of Canada announced $430 million dollars to help build Canada's f...
10/16/2026

📣 UTIP Funding Announcement!

Yesterday, the Government of Canada announced $430 million dollars to help build Canada's future!!

Opportunities like this, provide our unions with the ability expand training spaces and do what they do best - train Canada's skilled workforce.

Let's Build! 🍁

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Support for skilled trades training through three funding streams:

🏗️ Brick and Mortar: $197.2 million over five years for new, expanded or upgraded training facilities.

🎓 Innovation and Apprenticeship: $135 million over five years to strengthen training programs and apprenticeship pathways.

🛠️ Training Equipment: $100 million over five years for equipment and technology, covering up to 70% of eligible costs.

https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/union-training-innovation.html

Six thousand tradeswomen gathered this weekend for the Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference! 🦺That same spirit of suppor...
10/13/2026

Six thousand tradeswomen gathered this weekend for the Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference! 🦺

That same spirit of support is at the heart of Women Unlimited as we join other partners to recognize our commitment to connecting women to opportunities in Nova Scotia.

The Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades is proud to celebrate 20 years of partnership with Women Unlimited and support the Anniversary Celebration as a Champion Sponsor.

Share this post and tag those who have graduated from the program. Let’s help reach the women whose stories of success have shaped our industry over 20 years! 📣


Women Unlimited

This Thanksgiving weekend, we are grateful for the things that matter most — family, good health, strong communities, an...
10/09/2026

This Thanksgiving weekend, we are grateful for the things that matter most — family, good health, strong communities, and the people who build them.

To our skilled trades members working on projects across Nova Scotia and beyond, thank you for the dedication to safety, the pride in your craft, and the hard work you bring to our industry every day. 👏

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving!

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10/05/2026

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Congratulations to skilled trades members and the leadership of UA Local 56 as they marked 118 years this week. Honourin...
10/02/2026

Congratulations to skilled trades members and the leadership of UA Local 56 as they marked 118 years this week.

Honouring members with 25 years in the trade to 65!!

That represents generations of skill, experience, and knowledge — members who have helped build our industry, mentored those coming behind them, and strengthened their union along the way.

Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades is proud to recognize the members of UA Local 56 celebrating these milestones.

Congratulations to every member honoured, and thank you for the years you have given to your trade, your union, and our industry.

That is a legacy worth celebrating!🎉

UA Canada

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades and our affiliated unions re...
09/30/2026

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades and our affiliated unions recognize the lasting impacts of residential schools on Indigenous families and communities.

We honour the residential school survivors and remember the children who never came home.

To learn more about the history of Residential Schools in Nova Scotia, visit: https://parks.canada.ca/culture/designation/lieu-site/pensionnat-shubenacadie-residential-school

A Great Savings Benefit for Mainland Building Trades Members! 🛠️Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Members from any on...
09/28/2026

A Great Savings Benefit for Mainland Building Trades Members! 🛠️

Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Members from any one of the 13 Affiliated Unions can now take advantage of a 10% discount at any Mark's retail location - reusable until October 31, 2028.

Present this digital card at the point of purchase to receive a 10% discount on eligible purchases.

Questions about the program? Mark’s Commercial Customer Service at 1-855-592-7444 or [email protected].

Please share and tag other building trades members in the comments. Watch this page for details for another exciting discount offer in November from Mark's!

The sun was shining bright for the Mainland Building Trades Golf Classic as an incredible group of people gathered at Gr...
09/24/2026

The sun was shining bright for the Mainland Building Trades Golf Classic as an incredible group of people gathered at Granite Springs Golf Club.☀️⛳

Many of our 13 union leaders and members were on the course to welcome partners, sponsors and teams.

It was great to hear from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Halifax about the impact of their work and the generous donations received throughout the day!

We wrapped up with a fun reception emceed by Ray Mitchell, a BBQ, and live music ... AND incredible prizes!!!👏👌🎶🎤

Thank you to every golfer, sponsor, volunteer, and prize donor who helped make the day SO much fun. 😎✅⛳️

Thank you to our golf sponsors for investing in the work of the Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Council and our 13 ...
09/23/2026

Thank you to our golf sponsors for investing in the work of the Mainland Nova Scotia Building Trades Council and our 13 affiliated unions. ⛳️

Your support helps bring industry together, strengthen relationships and celebrate the skilled tradespeople who build our communities.🦺

Tomorrow, 36 teams will tee off in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Halifax! 👏

Tag your teams in the comments! 📣

BIG thanks to the businesses donating prizes and providing your time and energy for on-course activities!

Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council - we appreciate your support with logistics. 🙏

Today, we confirmed GOLF VISA will be on the course & High Spirits. 😎👌

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24 Beechville Park Drive, Suite 101
Halifax, NS
B3T1L1

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Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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