Welcome to Team Nova Scotia!
Welcome to Team Nova Scotia
Team Nova Scotia will consist of competitors from across the province, at the secondary and post-secondary level, in a range of different skill areas, as well as team chaperones, Skills Canada – Nova Scotia (SCNS) staff and coaches.
On this page you will find all of the information you need to prepare for the trip in May. Scroll down to read more details.
Competitors
Congratulations on your performance in the Nova Scotia Skills Competition and welcome to Team Nova Scotia. You are in for an amazing experience.
The SCNC is an incredible event – boasting over 500 competitors representing every province and territory, including you, who could now represent our province and compete for the title of “Best in Canada.” The event is a terrific opportunity to enhance your skills, challenge yourself, have fun, build your resume, and meet people from across Canada.
Please check the Skills Canada website regularly prior to our departure and during the weeks leading up to the Competition to ensure that you have the most recent contest description. They do change and you will want to be prepared!
Also included in the contest description is a list of materials you must bring for the Competition. If there is something you need for the Competition that you do not have reach out to Jennifer Lambe, SCNS Partnership Manager at jenniferlambe@skillsns.ca and she will connect with our partners to inquire if there is equipment or tools that can be borrowed or donated for your use.
Team Nova Scotia Meeting (Mandatory)
**Please be advised this is a mandatory event.
When: Friday, May 8, 2024
Where: NSCC Ivany Campus
• 6:00 pm – Team Dinner
• 6:30 pm – Information Session (approximately 2 hours)
If you cannot attend, please contact Benjamin Bestvater at benjaminbestvater@skillsns.ca to request an invite to the virtual Team NS meeting at 6:30pm on May 12.
If you are under the age of 19, you are required to have a parent/guardian attend the meeting with you. Due to limited space, competitors are not invited to bring additional guests.
Accommodation Information
Team Nova Scotia will be staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton at 108 Chestnut St, Toronto, ON
SCNC Venue Information
SCNC 2026 will be hosted at the Enercare Centre at 100 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto, ON
Stay tuned for the following downloads:
- Toolbox Labels
- Packing Tips
- Flight Information
- Detailed Itinerary
- SCNC Venue Map