Web Directory

» Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division
   A voluntary organization promoting mental health, providing information, services and advocacy to members of the profession and consumers.
   http://www.cmhans.org/

» College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Nova Scotia
   The regulatory body for the profession in the province. Overview, membership, registration, policies and news.
   http://www.clpnns.ca/

» College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia
   The regulatory body for nursing in the province, offering profession news, a newsletter, profiles of notable nurses, a resources library, and links to related nursing organizations.
   http://www.crnns.ca/

» Heart And Stroke Foundation
   The foundation seeks prevention of death and disability from heart disease and stroke through research, education and healthy living. Describes activities, health promotion and funding.
   http://ww1.heartandstroke.ns.ca/

» Medical Society of Nova Scotia
   The professional association representing all medical doctors in the province, offering practice opportunities, information for patients and help to locate a physician.
   http://www.doctorsns.com/

» Midwifery Coalition of Nova Scotia
   Advocates having midwifery accepted as part of the health system and covered by MSI. The site contains definitions, history of the practise, contacts for the Association of Midwives, and a request for public support.
   http://mcns.chebucto.org/

» NSASW: The Nova Scotia Association of Social Workers
   The professional association of social workers in the province.
   http://www.nsasw.org/

» Nova Scotia Association of Health Organizations
   A non-profit association of health agencies within the province. Lists information about the association, its services, schedule of events, publications and personnel.
   http://www.nsaho.ns.ca/

» Nova Scotia College of Family Physicians
   The advocate for family medicine, it promotes high standards of medical education and care in family practice. Lists mission, goals, news, awards, officers and contact information.
   http://www.ocfp.on.ca/English/regional/Nova%20Scotia/

» Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists
   A not-for-profit regulatory board dedicated to the self-regulation of physiotherapists in the province. The NSCP sets and enforces the educational and practice standards in the province to ensure competency. Includes policy information, and patient FAQ.
   http://www.nsphysio.com/

» Occupational Health Nurses Association of Nova Scotia
   The association represents practitioners and presents news, policies, standards and resources.
   http://www.ohnans.com/

» Sport Medicine Council of Nova Scotia
   Objectives, upcoming events, medical coverage, membership, the athletic trainers association, sports nutrition, ethics and drugs in sport, and links to other web sites.
   http://www.smcns.ca/

» The College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia
   The governing body established by the provincial government to regulate the practice of Occupational Therapy. Lists information for registrants, the public and a registrant search.
   http://www.cotns.ca

» The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia
   Governing the practice of medicine in the public interest, the college displays public and member information, publications, links, registration, licensing, a newsletter, and news releases.
   http://www.cpsns.ns.ca/

» The Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia
   Founded to advance the academic, scientific, professional and commercial aspects of pharmacy and its practitioners. Offers association information, membership and contact details.
   http://www.pans.ns.ca/

» Victorian Order of Nurses - Nova Scotia
   A not-for-profit health organization and registered charity offering a variety of community health care solutions. Lists addresses and contact information of regional offices in the province.
   http://www.von.ca/branch/ns.html