About Us

Skills Canada – Nova Scotia is a not-for-profit organization that promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies to Nova Scotia youth.

Through industry, government, labour, and education partnerships, the Nova Scotia Skills Competition provides students and apprentices with the opportunity to achieve excellence in their field of work.

Check out the volunteer opportunities available with Skills Canada – Nova Scotia to become part of this exciting skills movement.

Want to be a board member? Contact Robin Lorway, Acting Executive Director, at robinl@skillscanda.com or 902-491-3598 to find out how.

• What’s New?

  • A message from Skills Canada spokesperson, Mike Holmes

    In October 2011, Mike Holmes travelled to London, England to support Team Canada at the WorldSkills competition.

• Competitions

  • competitions

    Alexis Bulman was one of 5 Nova Scotian competitors on Team Canada at the International Abilypmics...

• Competitor Profile

  • Competitor Profile

    In March and April, competitors will be putting their skills to the test in over 53 competition areas during the annual Olympic-style Nova Scotia Skills Competition.