Our Vision

• The Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths is a unified professional association that advances excellence, accountability, and the public trust in manual osteopathy in Nova Scotia

Our Mission

• The Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths promotes the highest standard of safe and ethical manual osteopathy, supports our members and ensures the continued advancement of the profession of osteopathy within Nova Scotia

NSAO Values

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Excellence

Our Value Proposition

The NSAO supports and represents manual osteopaths in NS by building a strong professional community, advocating for the recognition and regulation of the profession, offering access to valuable resources, and fostering continuous professional development.

Through connection, representation, and leadership, we advance both our members and the profession together.

Strategic Pillars and Initiatives: 2025-2028

• Connecting the Profession
  When manual osteopaths connect with each other, they support, encourage, and learn from each other
• Advancing the Profession
  We broaden the voice of manual osteopaths in Nova Scotia
• Evolve and Strengthen the NSAO
  We are building a stronger future together as the Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths