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Services for Businesses
Access Nova Scotia provides a wide range of services to meet your business needs. The sections below will help you find answers to your questions on doing business in Nova Scotia.
Access to Business
This section is your guide to help you to plan, start and operate a business in Nova Scotia
Registry of Joint Stock Companies
If you plan to do business, start a society or want information about existing companies in Nova Scotia, this section is for you.
Nova Scotia Business Registry
This online service is making it easier, faster, and more convenient for you to do business with us.
BizPaL
Create a customized list of the permits and licences you need to do business in Nova Scotia across all levels of government.
Your Energy Rebate
Your Energy Rebate is a program designed to help Nova Scotians with the rising cost of home energy.
Land Registry for Authorized Users
Tax Commission
The Provincial Tax Commission administers the Revenue Act and Regulations and the Sales Tax Act and Regulations.
Registry of Lobbyists
The Registry of Lobbyists was established in 2002 to promote open, accountable and accessible government.