Private Relative Adoption

Private Relative Adoption includes the adoption of a child by a relative or step parent where there is no child welfare involvement.

To complete a relative or step parent adoption, contact a lawyer or the Nova Scotia Barrister's Society Referral Service at 902-455-3135.

Next steps

The Nova Scotia Adoption Information Line is 1-866-259-7780.

Related information

The Nova Scotia Adoption Information Line is 1-866-259-7780.