If you wish to submit an application to the Nova Scotia Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors, please see the application forms for apprentices and licensees below:
2022 Licensing application for funeral directors and embalmers
2022 Licensing application for apprentice funeral directors and embalmers
Additional details for applying can be found in the Applicant Policy and the Apprentice Application Policy
All documentation can be submitted by mail, or email. The Nova Scotia Board of Registration will confirm receipt of your inquiry within 1 - 3 business days. Once the completed application form, applicable fee(s), and supporting documentation have been submitted, a decision will be made within 14 days and this decision will be communicated by mail and/or email. Please note: in extenuating circmstances or during annual renewal periods, there may be an additional delay.
Those wishing to transfer their license from another jurisdiction must successfully complete the Nova Scotia Mortuary Law Examination, meeting the minimum competency grade of 75% or higher. The Acts and Regulations, which make up the Mortury Law Examination and the law portion of the Funeral Director Exam. These Acts and Regulations include:
Embalmers and Funeral Directors Act
The Embalmers and Funeral Directors Regulations
Cemetery and Funeral Services Act
Vital Statistics Act
Fatality Enquiries Act
Health Protection Act
Presumption of Death Act
Acts and Regulations can be found here
