NOTICE TO MEMBERSHIP
On March 21st. During phase 3, gathering limits, social distancing and mask restrictions are lifted.
According to the government, if anything changes, they may pause a phase to help control the virus.
We are allowed to start doing beard trims and shaving again!
Barber Shop Certificate Registration click here
ABC Application Process:
The basic application is process is as follows:
1. Go to the website (https://novascotia.ca/exec_council/abc/) and click
2. Create an online profile – there are options for uploading résumés and individuals should provide an answer to all questions posed to them in the
profile. Once the profile is created, individuals can apply to any ABC they wish.
3. Apply for the ‘Barbers Act Board of Examiners’ through their application link (https://novascotia.ca/apps/abc/ABCs-Online/Login.aspx)
The website also has the contact information for the Executive Council Office (ECO) should individuals run into trouble:
Email: executive.council@novascotia.ca
Phone: 902-424-4877 or toll-free 1-866-206-6844
This is the basic application process and the contact information for help if anyone is struggling with applying.
This link provides information on the process for how appointments are made and does provide a rough sketch of the timelines.
https://novascotia.ca/exec_council/abc/img/Overview_ABC_Process.pdf
Statutory Requirements: The members appointed by the Minister of Labour and Advanced Education must have practised the trade of barbering
for at least ten years prior to this appointment.
Other Requirements:
Required Nominations/
Recommendations: N/A
Ineligible Persons: A practicing barber with less then ten years of experience.
As the membership is aware we are in dire need up updating our legislation. Our Association needs the Barbers of Nova Scotia to unite and work forward to the development of the industry.
If you have any questions about registration or the status of an application please contact registrar@nsbarbers.ca
The Nova Scotia Registered Barbers Association was established in 1942. It is the governing body that regulates the practices of the Professional Barbers, Barber Apprentices, Barber Students, Barber Shops and Barber Schools.
Our Primary focus is to protect the public health, safety and welfare.
The Association qualifies and licenses Individuals and businesses. It Establishes and enforces Administrative Rules and Laws, and provides information so the Public may make informed decisions.
The Association also serves to foster growth and support in the barbering industry in Nova Scotia. News, events and information.
The Nova Scotia Registered Barbers’ Association Act was implemented in 1942. We are working on updating the act. If you would like to review the act you can click here for more information.
If you are interested in applying for a registered barber license or apprentice barber license click here for more information.
Brian Smith – President
Milva Marcattili – Vice President
Paola Marcattili – Secretary
Jenna McDonald– Registrar –
Paola Marcattili – Treasurer
Phone
902-830-7499
Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm
Address
The Nova Scotia Registered Barbers Association
PO Box 415
Superstore mall
Lower Sackville NS
B4c2t2
Nova Scotia Registered Barbers Association. Phone: 902-830-7499