The Province has eliminated the five-year certification renewal requirement for journeypersons in most compulsory trades, saving them time, money and paperwork. (Province of Nova Scotia / File)

Nova Scotia eliminates five-year renewal for skilled trades certifications

by Todd Humber October 7, 2025

written by Todd Humber October 7, 2025

Nova Scotia has cut red tape for thousands of skilled trades workers by eliminating the requirement to renew their certifications every five years. The change, effective immediately, applies to journeypersons in most compulsory trades such as plumber, construction electrician and boilermaker. Previo...

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

Nova Scotia eliminates five-year renewal for skilled trades certifications

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