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Nova Scotia Power Holding Open Houses to Discuss Modernizing the Electrical Inspections Process

February 14, 2025

As Nova Scotia continues to experience unprecedented building growth, it’s the perfect time to review and improve the electrical inspection process—with safety as the top priority.

Nova Scotia Power and the Department of Labour, Skills, and Immigration are coming together to explore new opportunities—including risk-based electrical inspections—to ensure the process remains safe, efficient, and adaptable to the province’s ongoing growth.

Nova Scotia Power is inviting electrical contractors from across the province to join this important discussion. Your insights and experience are essential in shaping a process that works for everyone. They will be hosting open houses in communities across Nova Scotia from late January through early March. These sessions will give you the chance to share your input and learn more about potential changes.

Go HERE go for more information and to RSVP for an open house

Dates, Times, Location

Cape Breton Island

Sydney, Tuesday, February 18
3:30–6 PM | Hampton Inn (60 Maillard Street, Membertou)

Port Hawkesbury, Wednesday, February 19
3:30–6 PM | Maritime Inn (717 Reeves Street, Port Hawkesbury)

Northumberland Shore

Amherst, Tuesday, February 25
3:30–6 PM | Super 8 (40 Lord Amherst Drive, Amherst)

Truro, Wednesday, February 26
3:30–6 PM | Inn on Prince Hotel & Conference Centre (437 Prince Street, Truro)

Antigonish, Thursday, February 27
3:30–6 PM | Microtel Inn & Suites (62 Nova Landing, Antigonish)

Halifax Metro

Halifax, Tuesday, March 4
3:30–6 PM | Future Inns Hotel & Conference Centre (30 Fairfax Drive, Halifax)

Dartmouth, Wednesday, March 5
3:30–6 PM | Best Western Plus Hotel & Suites (15 Spectacle Lake Drive, Dartmouth)

Sackville, Thursday, March 6
3:30–6 PM | Sackville Heights Community Centre (45 Connolly Road, Middle Sackville)

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley

Coldbrook, Thursday, February 13
3:30–6 PM | Louis Millett Community Complex (9489 Commercial Street, New Minas)

South Shore

Bridgewater, Tuesday, February 11
3:30–6 PM | Best Western Plus Hotel & Convention Centre (527 Highway 10, Bridgewater)

Yarmouth & Acadian Shores

Yarmouth, Wednesday, February 12
3:30–6 PM | Rodd Grand (417 Main Street, Yarmouth)

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