Incentives
If you are a practicing physician, or a newly licensed one, there are supports in place to help get you started, re-locate, and even visit potential sites of interest!
The Cape Breton South Recruiting for Health team is here to help make sure you have all the information you need. If you have any questions please contact our Program Director.
Site Visit Program
It’s understandable that you may want to visit Nova Scotia before committing to relocating. This program reimburses you (and your partner) for a one-time visit to a potential practice site. You must be eligible for a license in Nova Scotia, and obtain approval from Nova Scotia Health. Let us connect you with a Recruitment Consultant in our zone and to learn more about the site visit program, click here.
Site Visit Program
Relocation Allowance
Have you accepted an offer to work in Nova Scotia? You may be eligible for a relocation allowance.
For more information, see the link below or contact our Navigator services.
Doctors Nova Scotia Collaborative Practice Incentive
Are you a physician practicing in or looking to practice in a collaborative health care facility? If so, you could be eligible for the Collaborative Practice Incentive Program under the Master Agreement.
To find out if you meet the criteria, check out this link.
Physician Tuition Relief Program
Are you a physician or resident looking to establish a new practice in Nova Scotia? Or have been locuming for up to two years following your residency?
If so, you may be able to take part in the Physician Tuition Relief Program offered through Nova Scotia Health. This program allows you to work anywhere through Nova Scotia and possibly have your tuition reimbursed or bonus payments!
Tuition Relief