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Security and Investigative Services Act

Chamber

nova_scotia

Stage

Introduced

This Nova Scotia bill would create rules for licensing and regulating security guards and private investigators.

Key Changes

  • Would create a new law specifically governing security services and investigative services in Nova Scotia
  • Likely introduces licensing requirements for security guards and private investigators
  • Would establish rules and standards for how these services can be provided
  • May set out penalties or consequences for operating without proper licensing
  • Could create oversight or enforcement mechanisms for the industry

Gotchas

  • The full text of the bill was not available in the provided content, so specific provisions, exceptions, and enforcement details cannot be confirmed
  • This is a Private Member's Bill introduced by an NDP MLA, meaning it is less likely to pass without government support
  • The bill was only at First Reading as of September 24, 2025, meaning it is at a very early stage in the legislative process

Who's Affected

  • Security guards and security companies operating in Nova Scotia
  • Private investigators and investigative firms
  • Businesses that hire private security services
  • Members of the public who interact with private security or investigators

Summary

Bill 138, introduced by NDP MLA Lina Hamid, proposes a new law in Nova Scotia called the Security and Investigative Services Act. It would set out rules for how security services and investigative services (like private investigators and security guards) are allowed to operate in the province. The bill aims to create a formal framework for licensing, oversight, and standards in the private security and investigation industry. This type of legislation is meant to protect the public by making sure people working in these roles meet certain requirements before they can legally do the job. Note: The full text of the bill was not available in the provided content — only the bill's title, introduction details, and legislative progress information were included. The summary above is based on the bill's title and description only.

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