On August 20, 2025, the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists (NSCDN) transitioned to the Nova Scotia Regulator of Dietetics (NSRD). This change was made possible through the proclamation of the Regulated Health Professions Act and the approval of the Regulations for Dietetics.

The Regulator of Dietetics now carries forward the mandate of regulating the profession of dietetics in Nova Scotia, ensuring the delivery of safe, competent, and ethical nutrition care in the public interest.

The Regulator exist to serve the public. By regulating the profession in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA), the RHPA General Regulations and the Regulations for Dietetics and upholding the standards of dietetic practice, we recognize dietitians and nutritionists as licensed health professionals and hold them to the highest professional standards of safety, competency, and ethics. This ensures the public is given responsible, quality dietetic services.

Read our FAQ to learn more about dietitians, nutritionists, and the Nova Scotia Regulator of Dietetics.