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Whether you plan to bring your own vehicle to the Annapolis Valley or buy one locally, there are a few things you need to know about driving here.

Driving in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia's Registry of Motor Vehicles provides details on driver education, licences, renewals, vehicle permits, licence plates and other information and services they provide. Many of their services and tasks can be done online. The Registry of Motor Vehicles also has specific advice for non-residents.

The Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook (PDF) is useful for both new and experienced drivers. The handbook explains the rules governing the operation of motor vehicles in Nova Scotia. It also contains information about licensing, registration, inspection and collision reporting.

Importing your vehicle

Bringing a motor vehicle in? A good place to start is the Canadian Border Services Agency's two-minute video on the process and the paperwork. The Agency's Importation of Vehicles memorandum (PDF) gets into the nitty-gritty of importing a vehicle. See also Transport Canada: Importing a vehicle.

For vehicles imported from the United States, the Registrar of Imported Vehicles (RIV) was created. This website provides access to information regarding vehicle admissibility, the importation process, and the RIV program.

Buying a vehicle here

A simple online search for Annapolis Valley car dealerships will provide a list of sellers of new and used cars. All major makes of car are represented.

Access Nova Scotia provides information, tips and advice on buying a used car in Nova Scotia.

Insurance

When you register your vehicle (or renew its registration), you will need to provide a statement of insurance.

Safety inspections

New vehicles are generally due for a safety inspection after three years. Used vehicles are inspected every year or two depending on the type of vehicle. You'll find the inspection requirements in the Registry of Motor Vehicles – Vehicle (Safety) Inspections.

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We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People.  This territory is covered by the "Treaties of Peace and Friendship" which Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) People first signed with the British Crown in 1725.  The treaties did not deal with surrender of lands and resources but in fact recognized Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) title and established the rules for what was to be an ongoing relationship between nations.

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