Welcome to NSDA

Key responsibilities of the Nova Scotia Dietetic Association (NSDA) are registration, quality assurance, and when necessary, the discipline of dietitians in Nova Scotia to ensure safe, ethical and competent dietetic practice.

NSDA is the regulatory body for dietitians and nutritionists in Nova Scotia.  Provincial legislation, the Professional Dietitians Act, authorizes the NSDA to establish standards of training and practice and govern the activities of the Association for the purpose of public protection.

There are approximately 450 dietitians and nutritionists registered with NSDA.  In order to be licensed to practice using the titles dietitian or nutritionist in Nova Scotia, registration with NSDA is mandatory.

Directory of Dietitians

Click here to view the Directory of Dietitians to ensure your nutrition provider is licensed with NSDA. 

How to Find a Dietitian

Search for a consulting dietitian or nutritionist on the Dietitians of Canada website. 

CLICK HERE to access the directory or call 1-888-901-7776.