Framework for Donated Human Remains Research

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The Human Organ and Tissue Donation Regulations (N.S. Reg. 153/2026) establishes the administrative framework for handling human organs, tissue and whole bodies donated after death for scientific research and educational purposes in Nova Scotia. Made

Changes to Nursing and Midwifery Regulation

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Nova Scotia has introduced a new regulatory framework for nursing and midwifery through N.S. Reg. 155/2026, the Nursing and Midwifery Regulations, made under the Regulated Health Professions Act. The regulations increase the oversight of nursing

Stricter Standards for School District Applications

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N.S. Regulation 148/2026 is an order following a motion of the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board at its May 28, 2026 meeting. The regulation formally repeals the previous Conseil scolaire Rules, N.S. Reg. 137/2024,

Licensing Rules for Diagnostic Imaging Experts

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The Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Regulations (N.S. Reg. 126/2026) establishes a regulatory framework for the practice of medical imaging and radiation therapy in Nova Scotia under the Regulated Health Professions Act, replacing and updating

Digital Tools Meet Traditional Wildlife Management

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Nova Scotia Regulation 26/2026 introduces a series of amendments to the General Wildlife Regulations, modernizing definitions, licensing requirements, and electronic licensing procedures. The regulation, made under subsection 113(1) of the Wildlife Act, revises certain structural

Notices and Payments in Civil Forfeiture

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Nova Scotia Regulation 11/2026 replaces the prior civil forfeiture regulations under the Civil Forfeiture Act. Issued by the Governor in Council on the recommendation of the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, this regulation repeals

Increased Oversight of Short-Term Rentals

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Nova Scotia Regulation 269/2025 amends the Short-term Rentals Registration Regulations under the Short-term Rentals Registration Act, initially enacted in 2019. The regulation introduces changes aimed at clarifying definitions, improving administrative oversight, and strengthening compliance requirements

Standards in Mental Health Practice

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The Psychology Regulations under N.S. Reg. 252/2025 introduces a new regulatory framework governing the practice of psychology in Nova Scotia. These regulations replace provisions under the former Psychologists Act and provide updated definitions, clarify roles

Assembly Staff Titles and Billing Rules

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The House of Assembly Management Commission Regulations in Nova Scotia were amended through N.S. Reg. 224/2025 and 225/2025. These amendments, enacted pursuant to subsection 27(1) of the House of Assembly Management Commission Act, reflect updates