The Licensed Professional Planners Association of Nova Scotia (LPPANS) regulates professional land use planners in Nova Scotia.
Events and happenings
What's New
The Licensed Professional Planners of Nova Scotia (LPPANS) is excited to announce our 2026 professional conference.
This year, we explore how planning serves as the vital connector for our communities, seeking ways to overcome differences through collaboration and thoughtful design.
Theme – Bridging: Ideas, Places, People
When – May 14 & 15, 2026.
Where – The Lord Nelson Hotel, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Highlight – Annual Carmichael Lecture on the Thursday evening.
Here’s what you need to know
HOW TO BECOME A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL PLANNER
The most common route in becoming a Licensed Professional Planner (LPP) in Nova Scotia is through pursuing a Planning degree at a Canadian university. There are also options for licensing for those in planning that have related educational backgrounds and prior experience. More details on the application process and requirements are available in the Applicants section of our website.
Let’s provide some information
WHAT IS PLANNING?
Planning is the process through which governments, businesses and citizens come together to share their communities. Professional planners specialize in this process, helping improve communities in areas such as housing, transportation, heritage, tourism, climate change, culture, and many other areas.