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Notice: The NSCDN became the Nova Scotia Regulator of Dietetics (NSRD) on August 20, 2025. All standards and documents remain valid. Website content is being updated to reflect this change.
Under the Regulated Health Professions Act, the NSRD regulates dietitians and nutritionists practising in Nova Scotia to serve the public interest. It sets standards for training, licensing, and professional conduct, addresses complaints, and promotes the ongoing competence of dietitians and nutritionists for the benefit of Nova Scotians.
Regulated Health Professions Act
Regulations for Dietetics – Coming Soon
The Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Reconciliation and Accessibility (EDIRA) position statement holds the College and its registrants accountable to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, reconciliation, and accessibility.
Mission
In the public interest, NSRD regulates dietitians and nutritionists to practice in a safe, ethical and competent manner.
Vision
Trust and excellence in regulation and practice.
As the only regulatory body for dietitians and nutritionist in Nova Scotia, any professional who is not licensed is not a dietitian and therefore the service they provide is not regulated. Titles protected include:
- Dietitian
- Registered Dietitian
- Nutritionist
- RD
