Become a Member

Active Membership

Active membership is open to single provincial sport organizations only. If you require further information, please contact Helen Goodwin at 425-5450 ext. 327 or hgoodwin@sportnovascotia.ca.

Who can apply?
· This type of membership is open to single provincial sport organizations only.

Qualifications
· Organizations whose Principles and Mission are in keeping with those of Sport Nova Scotia
· Registered and currently active under the Societies Act of Nova Scotia
· Must have submitted the most current bylaws and named officers/directors to be on file at Sport Nova Scotia for public record;
· The body substantially fulfills the Sport Canada definition of a sport and is recognized by its National Sport Organization if one exists and is the sole, or Provincial Government recognized, representative body for its sport in Nova Scotia;
· Provincial Government recognized to be eligible for Sport and Recreation Administrative Centre subsidy;
· Has insurance coverage protecting volunteers, employees, and the organization;
· Has policies and procedures to prevent and/or address abuse/harassment.

Benefits
· Two votes at any general meeting of the Society
· Full access to programs, services and consultations

Associate Membership

Associate membership is open to multi-provincial sport organizations only. If you require further information, please contact Helen Goodwin at 425-5450 ext. 327 or hgoodwin@sportnovascotia.ca.

Who can apply?
· This type of membership is open to multi-sport provincial organizations only.

Qualifications
· Principles and mission of the organizations must be in keeping with those of Sport Nova Scotia;
· Organizations must primarily support sport as defined by Sport Canada;
· Must have submitted most current by-laws and named officers/directors to be on file at Sport Nova Scotia for public record;
· Provincial Government recognized to be eligible for Sport and Recreation Administrative Centre Subsidy;
· Registered and currently active under the Societies Act of Nova Scotia;
· Has insurance coverage protecting volunteers, employees, and the organization;
· Has policies and procedures to prevent and/or address abuse/harassment.

Benefits
· One vote at any general meeting of the Society
· Full access to programs, services, and consultation

Affiliate Membership

Who can apply?
· Affiliate membership is open to organizations and groups that have publicly recognized status as a credible organization or body, and share a mutual interest in aspects of Sport Nova Scotia’s mandate. Affiliate members need not have consistent, direct involvement with amateur sport.

Benefits
· Access to preferred rate for services available within the Sport and Recreation Administration Centre

Limitations
· Affiliate members are non-voting