Nova Scotia
MSI health coverage and residential tenancy rules are provincial and are not duplicated here until we have checked the current official pages. Federal and national listings still apply.
We do not yet have a Nova Scotia-only settlement service page in this edition. The listings below are national programs whose official pages do not exclude Nova Scotia.
| Listing | Cost | Who it's for | Where | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IRCC pre-arrival servicesImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada | Free | Approved PR, still outside Canada | Online, before you land | Provider page |
| IRCC settlement service finderImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada | Free if you are eligible | Mostly permanent residents and protected persons | Outside Quebec; search by city | Provider page |
If your permanent residence is approved and you are still outside Canada, you can register for free online settlement services before you fly. Temporary residents are not eligible.
Last checked October 19, 2026
The federal government funds free settlement help outside Quebec: job search, language classes, help getting licensed, and someone to build a settlement plan with you. A postal-code search finds the agency.
Last checked October 19, 2026
Looking at another province? Start from the settlement services directory.