The Vital Statistics Division of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations is responsible for registration of vital events of birth, death, marriage and stillbirth which occur in the province of Nova Scotia. Official Certificates are issued from information contained on these registrations.

Nova Scotia Birth Certificate
Beginning December 3, 2007, Nova Scotia will be the first province in Canada to launch a new highly secure and durable bilingual birth certificate. The certificate, which is the new Canadian standard, is the most secure birth certificate in the world.
A Guide to Nova Scotia’s New Birth Certificate
FAQ - Nova Scotia’s New Birth Certificate
Protect Your Identity - Your Birth Certificate

Restrictions on who can apply for a birth certificate went into effect on February 15, 2002. Vital Statistics will issue a birth certificate only to the person named on the certificate, a parent or legal guardian or the administrator of the person's estate. An information sheet is available on-line; for more details, please contact Vital Statistics.

We now offer the following transactions through our Online Express Services

1. Birth Certificate Request
2. Marriage Certificate Request
3. Request Death Certificate
4. Payment on Account

Visit the Nova Scotia Permits Directory to find additional information concerning permits, licences, registrations, and certifications issued by Vital Statistics.