Board of Directors: 2026 Call for Nominations
Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS) is an industry funded not-for-profit association focused on improving occupational health and safety in the construction sector. CSNS is a highly regarded leader in occupational health and safety (OHS) services with over 300,000 students trained in health and safety and over 1,150 firms attaining the association’s Certificate of Recognition (COR®) safety certification. The Board of Directors, OHS advisors, and CSNS staff work towards a safer construction industry by engaging with its membership to reduce injuries and improve safety culture. We are passionate about saving lives and reducing injuries through industry-tailored instruction and advice.
We are seeking new volunteer board members
Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS) is recruiting new directors to join our board. We aim to reflect the diversity of Nova Scotians and seek board members to help us fulfill our mandate of achieving positive occupational health and safety change in the construction industry.
As a member of our board, you will play a direct role in decision making that will positively impact the construction industry in Nova Scotia. You will have the opportunity to use your voice to make the construction industry safer, healthier, and more inclusive. You will gain valuable experience serving as a volunteer board member, learn about the challenges and opportunities surrounding safety in the construction industry, and benefit from professional development opportunities we provide to the board throughout the year.
Core skills and competencies
Experience in the construction industry is not mandatory and all applicants are welcome. However, in our desire to create and maintain a board with diverse backgrounds, experiences and talent, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have one or more of the following:
- Knowledge in financial statements and reports
- Experience with being a board member
- Based in the western areas of Nova Scotia
Expectations and requirements
Board members play an important role in providing leadership and strategic direction for the organization. They are encouraged to attend all regularly scheduled meetings of the Board, which are held five (5) times per year, including the Annual General Meeting (AGM). Meetings are typically half-day in duration.
Directors are appointed for a two (2) year term and may be reappointed for up to three (3) consecutive terms.
Board members are expected to:
- Participate in Board meetings and contribute to discussions
- Serve on at least one committee, based on interest and organizational needs
- Review meeting materials and reports in advance
- Support the governance and overall effectiveness of the association
Regular attendance and active participation help ensure the Board can function effectively and meet its responsibilities. From time to time, availability and participation may be discussed to support a positive and productive Board experience for all members.
Recruitment process
If interested, please email your resume and a brief cover letter stating your interest by February 20, 2026 to Chair, Governance, Nominating and HR Committee c/o Jennifer Service at jservice@constructionsafetyns.ca with the subject line Board Member Application.
Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interviews. Successful nominees will be presented at our AGM on May 22, 2026, when your appointment will become official.
Construction Safety Nova Scotia strongly encourages applications from all qualified candidates, and particularly for those underrepresented from equity-deserving groups, including women, members of racialized communities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Please let us know if you need accommodation during the nomination process and we will be happy to assist.
