QSA's Week in Construction (#6, 2025)

Federal investment in skilled trades; PEI housing infrastructure funding; U.S. tariffs' impact on Alberta; BC and Alberta infrastructure projects.

Start Date: 2025-02-08
End Date: 2025-02-14

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Federal Support for Skilled Trades in Atlantic Canada

The Canadian government is investing over $1.5 million to support training in skilled trades throughout Nova Scotia. This initiative, part of the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy, aims to enhance equipment and materials for training programs that align with the latest industry standards. Projects include high-tech welding, construction electricians, and heavy-duty equipment technicians training, supporting the development of a skilled workforce crucial for the construction industry.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca, Announcements: www.canada.ca

PEI Accelerates Housing Development with Federal Support

The Government of Canada and Prince Edward Island have secured $86.2 million to enhance housing infrastructure under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund. This funding aims to boost housing supply and affordability by supporting projects such as water and waste management systems, essential for new housing developments, with the first application deadline set for May 2025.