FALL FORWARD INTO A NEW CAREER
JOB FAIR
Wednesday October 15, 2025
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Louis Millet Community Complex, 9489 Commercial Street, New Minas, Nova Scotia
Our career fairs bring together employers, job seekers and community organizations from across the region. Our events are free to attend and all are welcome!
Job Seekers
Preview the employers and community organizations below who are registered to attend.
Reach out to a Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre near you for help preparing for employment.
High School students can connect with their Nova Scotia Works School Liaison.
We’re happy to help!
Employers
Contact any Nova Scotia Works Employer Engagement Specialist below to express interest in reserving a table.
Deb Kendall, Employer Engagement Specialist, PeopleWorx dkendall@peopleworx.ca
Jamie Patterson, Employer Engagement Specialist, Community Inc. jpatterson@communityinc.ca
Sehkahnee Reyolds, Employer Engagement Specialist. VANSDA sreynolds@vansda.ca
Ask us how Nova Scotia Works can support your business in recruiting, managing and developing talent.
The following businesses will be attending the event. Registration for employers is open so please check back often as we update this list.
| Employer | Website | Positions available include |
| Dykeland Lodge | dykelandlodge.ca | Hiring Licensed Practical Nurses; Continuing Care Assistants/Personal Care Workers; Food Service; Housekeeping/Laundry |
| Scrubbed Green Cleaning | Facebook.com/scrubbedgreencleaning | Hiring Cleaners |
| Andritz Fabrics & Rolls Ltd | andritz.com | HIring Joiners, Finishers and Weavers |
| Windsor Elms Village | windsorelms.ca | Hiring Long Term Care Assistants, Resident Support Assistants and, Food Service |
| Health Association Nova Scotia | healthassociation.ns.ca | Hiring Continuing Care Assistants; Licensed Practical Nurses; Registered Nurses |
| McDonald’s | careers.mcdonalds.ca | Hiring Crew Members and Managers |
| Eassons Transportation Group | eassons.com | Hiring Class one truck drivers |
| Nova Scotia Health | novascotiahealth.ca | Hiring various healthcare positions |
| Aramark Canada Ltd | aramark.ca | Hiring Environmental Services Worker at Michelin; Lead Cook at Camp Brigadoon; Food Service Worker at Camp Brigadoon; Food Services Manager at NSCC Kingstec |
| R&G Infinite Hearts Homecare Inc | infiniteheartshomecare.ca | Hiring Care Team Members |
| NSLC | mynslc.com/careers | Hiring Casual Store Clerk |
| Community Living Alternatives Society | clasnovascotia.com | Not specified |
| Atlantic Poultry Incorporated | atlanticpoultry.com/ | Hiring Breeder Barn Operator; Hatchery Worker; Layer Barn Operator; Airbrakes Driver; Farm Labourer; Egg Processor; Egg Collector; Shipper; Barn Technician |
| Windsor Elms Village | windsorelms.com | Hiring CCA, RN, LPN, Resident Support Assistants, Long Term Care Assistants, Custodian, Physiotherapist |
| Community Organization | Website | Services offered |
| NPower | npowercanada.ca/programs | Free programs starting December 1 in Jr IT Analyst (Beginner): No tech experience needed. Earn Google IT Support & Microsoft/LinkedIn AI certifications. Jr Data Analyst (Intermediate): Build on Python, SQL, Excel & Azure. Graduate with IBM & Microsoft Azure AI certifications. Security Operations Analyst (Advanced): For experienced professionals in cybersecurity or IT. Earn Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certification. |
| Valley Connector Program (to be confirmed) | valleyren.ca/connector-program | Connecting youth interested in direct entry to trades with local employers. |
| Apprenticeship | ||
| Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) | isans.ca | ISANS helps immigrants build a future in Nova Scotia. Their vision is to build a community where all can belong and grow. |
| Native Council of Nova Scotia – Aboriginal Trades Project | ncns.ca | Self-governing authority for the large community of Mi’kmaq/Aboriginal peoples residing off-reserve in Nova Scotia. Programs include support for training and employment, youth outreach, family support, Parenting Journey and more. |
| Annapolis Valley Work Centre (TBC) | peopleworx.ca/annapolis-valley-work-centre | Employment support program with onsite vocational training in Coldbrook, NS. A new cohort is anticipated to begin at the end of October. Attending this program is free. |
| Edge on Employment (TBC) | communityinc.ca/edge | Employment support program for youth 18-26. We are looking for youth interested in developing their employment-related skills. Program sites are in Kentville and Windsor. Inquire about virtual options and 1:1 programming. There is no cost to attend the program. |
| Nova Scotia Works – Valley African Nova Scotia Development Association (VANSDA) | vansda.ca | We offer support, resources and information for job seekers and employers. Nova Scotia Works VANSDA has offices in Kentville with youth support at Horton High, Central Kings High School, and Avonview High School. |
| Nova Scotia Works – Community Inclusion Society (Community Inc) | communityinc.ca | We offer support, resources and information for job seekers and employers. Nova Scotia Works Community Inc has offices in Kentville and Windsor with youth support through the EDGE on Employment program. |
| Nova Scotia Works – PeopleWorx Society | peopleworx.ca/nova-scotia-works-centre | We offer support, resources and information for job seekers and employers. Nova Scotia Works PeopleWorx has offices in Coldbrook, Middleton, and Annapolis Royal, with youth support at Northeast Kings Education Centre, Middleton Regional High School, and West Kings District High School. Virtual and in-person appointments are available. |
