Nova Scotia does not have
any private adoption agencies but this type of adoption
can still be arranged in the province. The following types
of private adoptions can be accomplished:
Private Interprovincial
Adoption: Since the regulations and laws for adoption
vary from province to province, a private interprovincial
adoption can be very complex. Families and the birth parent(s)
who may be considering this should contact their local Children's
Services Agency and/or a lawyer before entering into and/or
proceeding with this type of adoption arrangement. The Nova
Scotia Adoption Information Line is 1-866-259-7780.
Private Relative
Adoption: This type of adoption is when a child
is adopted within a family or by a step-parent. No child
welfare agencies are involved. Those involved in this type
of adoption should contact a lawyer or the Legal Information
Society Lawyer Referral Service at 902-455-3135 or 1-800-665-9779.
