News

  • Psychotherapy Reserved Practice Consultation

    In December 2025, the Board of the Regulator designated Psychotherapy as a “Reserved Practice” and approved the draft Standards for Psychotherapy. Since that date, NSOTR has… Read more

  • Results: Quality Assurance Program for Regulator Performance

    As required by the Regulated Health Professions Act, NSOTR participates in a Quality Assurance Program for Regulatory Performance (QAPRP). This program is run by the… Read more

  • Release of New Practice Standards

    Effective Dec 3, 2025, NSOTR has released of two new practice standards on Advertising and on the Sale of Appliances and Equipment. These practice standards… Read more

  • Committee Recruitment

    NSOTR is now inviting applications from registrants to serve on a committee of the Regulator. Applications will be accepted until January 16, 2025. Why apply… Read more

  • Regional Outreach Sessions

    In the coming months, NSOTR will host regional outreach and information sessions for registrants across the province. There will also be two virtual sessions for… Read more

  • NSOTR Board Opportunities (Updated)

    There are two vacancies for registrant members on the NSOTR Board of Directors. We invite all interested registrants to apply to join the Board! The… Read more

  • Consultation on New Standards of Practice

    As a part of the development process for new Standards of Practice, NSOTR invites registrants to provide feedback on two draft Standards: How to Participate:… Read more

  • 2025 National eLearning Module Available

    The 2025 National eLearning Module on Advancing Culture, Equity and Justice in Occupational Therapy Practice is now available in both English and French. All registrants… Read more

  • 2024-2025 Annual Report Available

    The Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator (NSOTR) is pleased to present our Annual Report for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The Regulator is required by the… Read more

  • Call for Public Members – Committee Opportunities

    The Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator is currently seeking public representatives to serve on its regulatory committees. These committees support the Regulator’s public protection mandate and contribute… Read more