Ticks in Nova Scotia

Lyme disease resources, tick services, and official guidance

Nova Scotia tick overview

Last updated: January 24, 2026

This page is an educational overview of tick resources in Nova Scotia. Use the official Nova Scotia links below for the most current guidance, services, and recommendations after a tick bite.

Key takeaways

  • Use Nova Scotia guidance: local recommendations and services are specific to the province.
  • After a bite: remove the tick promptly, record details, and use official resources for next steps.
  • Prevention layers help: repellents, clothing choices, and tick checks reduce risk.
Cite this section

All About Ticks. Ticks in Nova Scotia. Updated 2026-01-24. Sources: Nova Scotia Communicable Disease Prevention and Control Lyme disease guidance and Nova Scotia Health Tick Service.

Primary sources: Nova Scotia - Lyme disease (CDPC), Nova Scotia Health - Tick Service, 811 Nova Scotia - Tick bites & Lyme disease

Official Nova Scotia resources

Next best actions

Remove a tick safely

Step-by-step technique and what to avoid.

Tick removal guide
Prevent future bites

Repellents, clothing, tick checks, yard changes.

Tick prevention guide
Know symptoms & timing

When symptoms can start and what to watch for.

Symptoms in humans

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Important: This page is educational and not medical advice. If you develop symptoms after tick exposure, contact a healthcare professional or local public health resource.
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