Member Announcements
Training Pricing and Membership Updates Effective September 1, 2026
Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS) remains committed to delivering high-quality health and safety training that supports the needs of Nova Scotia’s construction industry.
Following a review of our training pricing and membership structure, we are introducing changes to create greater consistency across our course offerings and make training costs easier for employers to understand and plan for.
The new classroom training pricing and membership structure will take effect September 1, 2026. Standardized pricing for online e-learning courses is effective immediately.
What’s Changing?
A Simplified Membership Structure
Beginning September 1, CSNS will move to two pricing categories:
Member
Companies with a current Workers’ Compensation Board account under construction industry classification codes 4011–4499 or 3551.
Non-Member
Companies that do not fall within these classification codes.
As part of this change, the Associate Member and Associate Member Plus categories will be retired. The current customers from these categories become non-members.
Provincial and municipal government organizations are eligible for preferred pricing. For more information, contact CSNS at info@constructionsafetyns.ca, call 902-468-6696, or toll-free at 1-800-971-3888.
Standardized Classroom Training Pricing
Most classroom courses will be priced according to course length, providing a more consistent and predictable pricing structure.
| Course Length | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| Half-day | $75 | $150 |
| One-day | $100 | $200 |
| Two-day | $200 | $400 |
A small number of courses that require specialized equipment, hands-on practical components, additional staffing, or unique delivery requirements will continue to have separate pricing. Those rates are included in the detailed training rate card below.
Standardized Online Learning Pricing
Effective immediately, standard online e-learning courses are priced at $35 for Members and $65 for Non-Members.
A small number of online courses licensed from external training providers are priced at $65 for both Members and Non-Members.
When Do the Changes Take Effect?
The new classroom training pricing and membership structure takes effect September 1, 2026.
Classroom courses booked and completed on or before August 31, 2026 will be billed according to the current pricing and membership levels.
Standardized online e-learning pricing is effective immediately.
CSNS Training Rate Card
The rate card below provides Member and Non-Member pricing for CSNS classroom, practical, specialty and online training courses.
Please note that practical, equipment and specialty courses may have different rates because of specialized equipment, hands-on components, staffing requirements or other unique delivery needs.
Half-Day Classroom
| Course | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| Lock Out/Tag Out | $75 | $150 |
| Return to Work | $75 | $150 |
| Rigging Awareness | $75 | $150 |
| WHMIS (On Demand) | $75 | $150 |
| Psychological Injury Prevention | $75 | $150 |
One-Day Classroom
| Course | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| Accident/Incident Investigation | $100 | $200 |
| Confined Space – Generic | $100 | $200 |
| COR Auditor Training | $100 | $200 |
| Excavation and Trenching | $100 | $200 |
| Fall Protection I – Basic | $100 | $200 |
| Fall Protection II – Supervisor | $100 | $200 |
| Hazard Identification and Control | $100 | $200 |
| JOHS Committee Member/Representative | $100 | $200 |
| Principles of Health & Safety Management | $100 | $200 |
| Traffic Control Person | $100 | $200 |
| WHMIS Supervisor | $100 | $200 |
Two-Day Classroom
| Course | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership for Safety Excellence | $200 | $400 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Act | $200 | $400 |
| Temporary Workplace Signer | $200 | $400 |
Practical, Equipment and Specialty Courses
| Course | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| Confined Space – Practical (1 day) | $150 | $300 |
| Mobile Elevating Work Platform (Boom & Scissor) (1 day) | $200 | $400 |
| Forklift Operator Training (1 day) | $175 | $350 |
| End-Frame Scaffolding Practical (2 days) | $300 | $600 |
| Train the Trainer (3 days) | $300 | $600 |
Online E-Learning
| Course | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Entry Level Training (CELT) | $35 | $65 |
| Hazard Identification & Control | $35 | $65 |
| Leadership for Safety Excellence | $35 | $65 |
| Occupational Mental Health | $35 | $65 |
| Opening the Door to Support | $35 | $65 |
| Owner/Operator | $35 | $65 |
| Principles of Health & Safety Management | $35 | $65 |
| Transportation of Dangerous Goods | $35 | $65 |
| WHMIS | $35 | $65 |
Online E-Learning – Licensed Courses
| Course | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| H2S Awareness | $65 | $65 |
| Rigging Awareness | $65 | $65 |
| Scaffolding Awareness | $65 | $65 |
Questions?
All pricing, course information and upcoming scheduled training opportunities are available on the CSNS website.
If you have questions about the new pricing structure, your membership category, government preferred pricing or a specific course rate, contact us at info@constructionsafetyns.ca, call 902-468-6696, or toll-free at 1-800-971-3888.
Construction Safety Nova Scotia is partnering with Crisis-Ready Workplace to help construction employers strengthen psychological safety through practical, accredited crisis-response training
Construction Safety Nova Scotia is partnering with Crisis-Ready Workplace to help construction employers strengthen psychological safety through practical, accredited crisis-response training. This partnership supports a more proactive, prevention-focused approach to workplace safety by equipping organizations with real-world tools to recognize risk early and respond effectively when pressure rises.
CSNS members can benefit from:
- Practical, non-clinical crisis-response training for supervisors, workers, HR, and safety leaders
- Accredited Crisis-Ready Interventionist Certification aligned with Psychological Health and Safety principles
- Skills to recognize early signs of distress, de-escalate conflict, and support workers appropriately
- Flexible online or in-person delivery options for organizations and public cohorts
- Scalable Train-the-Trainer pathways to build internal crisis-response capability
- Special CSNS member discounts and partnership opportunities available
Exclusive Fuel Savings for CSNS Members
As a member of Construction Safety Nova Scotia, you can now save 3.5¢/litre on gasoline and diesel, enjoy 25% off car washes, and gain access to Canada’s largest fuel network with the SuperPass™ program from Petro-Canada™.
SuperPass™ is designed to work for businesses of all sizes in the construction industry — whether you manage one vehicle or many. Additional benefits include:
- One-Card Convenience. Unlock access to Canada’s largest retail and cardlock fuel network, plus over 300 partner locations across the U.S., all with just one card!
- No Monthly Fees. Avoid recurring fees with SuperPass so you can focus on growing your business without extra costs.
- Control. Manage, suspend, and customize from whenever and wherever. 24/7 access via SuperPass Online.
- Customized reporting. Save time with personalized reporting that include fuel pricing and itemized statement summaries.
Fuel up smarter with exclusive member perks.
To find out how you can start saving with SuperPass™, email SuperPassCanada@suncor.com.
Construction Safety Nova Scotia Partners with Eastern Return to Work Solutions
May 6, 2025 – Construction Safety Nova Scotia is partnering with Eastern Return to Work Solutions to help employers prepare for the upcoming Duty to Cooperate legislation. Together, we’re offering expert guidance and practical tools to support safer, more efficient return-to-work outcomes. Learn more about the partnership and how it can benefit your business.
Application Now Open: Free Gender Inclusive Leadership Training
July 2024 — As the demand for more workers in the trades continues to grow, it is vital that our members have safe workplaces that are welcoming to everyone.
Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS) is partnering with YWCA Halifax Shift Change to offer their innovative Gender Inclusive Leadership Program.
This six-week course is designed to teach male supervisors in skilled trades how to create inclusive work environments, suitable for women, men, and gender non-binary people.
CSNS will be funding 25 member seats in this course. Our first offering of the course will begin in September, and the application is now open.
Date(s): September 10, 17, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 2024
Time: TBC based on class size
Duration: Six three-hour sessions (Plus homework between sessions)
Format: In-person
Cost: Free
Value: $1,000.00 + HST
Professional Development Credits: CSNS will recognize this course as a professional development event for maintenance of the NCSO® and NHSA™ designations.
For a full overview of the program, visit the application page.
Applications will be accepted until August 9, 2024. Applicants will be notified about their status by 4:00 PM on August 21, 2024. Apply now.
Return to work pilot program
April 2024 — Last year we piloted a job matching service for workers who are off work due to injury and sector employers with open positions. With more updates coming this year, this new approach to return to work increases productivity, reduces sector premiums, and poses no liability for the host employer. Are you interested in submitting your open job or learning more? Contact our Return to Work Project Consultant, Joy Moore at jmoore@constructionsafetyns.ca. Click here for FAQs on the pilot.
Welcome to our new board members
April 2023 — At the CSNS Annual General Meeting on April 27, three new board members were elected. We are thrilled to have their expertise on our board and look forward to working closely with them to further improve safety outcomes in the construction sector.
David Wassmansdorf, vice president, development and construction, Cresco (representing the Canadian Home Builders’ Association Nova Scotia)
Paul Dube, president, Merit Nova Scotia (member at large)
Tyler Gould, programs manager, Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office (member at large)Thank you to Andrew Holley
April 2023 — At the CSNS AGM on April 27, Milton Howley, chair, presented outgoing board member Andrew Holley with a plaque and gift for his dedicated service. Andrew is our past chair who has served on the board for 8 years as a representative of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association of Nova Scotia. He has gone above and beyond during his time on the board, notably serving as chair during COVID. Thank you to Andrew!
Milton Howley (right) presents plaque and gift to Andrew Holley (right)
CSNS to adopt new COR® Harmonized Audit Instrument
April 2023 — Your COR® audits are about to get easier! A new audit tool is coming soon that uses clearer language, simplifies and streamlines the process, and reduces the likelihood of making mistakes. The COR® Harmonized Audit Instrument will be used by Canadian Federation of Construction Safety Associations (CFCSA) members across Canada, which greatly increases mobility and reduces complexity for our members that operate in multiple provinces. We are currently undergoing feedback sessions with our members on how to best rollout this change, and we will provide more information as the time comes.
