Roofing Contractors Association of Nova Scotia (RCANS)
Roofing Contractors Association of Nova Scotia represents certified professionals in the institutional, commercial and industrial roofing sectors. RCANS is dedicated to promoting professional workmanship and safety across the provincial roofing industry. As an affiliate of the Canadian Roofing Contractors’ Association, its members are held to the highest national standards of quality and integrity. RCANS is the voice of the industrial, commercial and institutional roofing industry in Nova Scotia. Its mission is to promote professional workmanship, safety and integrity in every project its members undertake.
Members
Joining Roofing Contractors Association of Nova Scotia means joining a network of the province’s leading contractors, suppliers and manufacturers while benefiting from industry advocacy and events. RCANS represents certified professionals in the institutional, commercial and industrial roofing sectors and is dedicated to promoting professional workmanship and safety across the provincial roofing industry. As an affiliate of the Canadian Roofing Contractors’ Association, its members are held to high national standards of quality and integrity, and RCANS keeps members connected through national advocacy campaigns, local networking events and professional development.
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Apprenticeship program
Roofing Contractors Association of Nova Scotia describes apprenticeship as a proven “earn-while-you-learn” model that combines hands-on field experience with professional classroom instruction. In Nova Scotia, the roofing trade is a recognized and respected profession with a clear path to becoming a certified journeyperson. The roofing apprenticeship program is designed to give apprentices a deep understanding of modern building envelopes and roofing systems, typically involving three to four 12-month periods, a minimum of 5,400 hours under supervision and three six-week blocks of intensive technical training. Successful completion leads to the Red Seal Examination, and the Red Seal endorsement allows certified roofers to work anywhere in Canada without further examination.
