Evicting a bad tenant in Nova Scotia costs ~$7,031.
How Nova Scotia handles evictions
Director's decision is appealable to Small Claims.
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Nova Scotia eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Nova Scotia?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Nova Scotia at around $7,031 all-in: a $31 filing fee, roughly 2 months of lost rent ($3,000 at a typical $1,500/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs, using national planning figures for those three. Uncontested cases cost less.
How long does an eviction take in Nova Scotia?
Roughly 60 days (~9 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. Director's decision is appealable to Small Claims.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Nova Scotia?
$31, filed with the Residential Tenancies Program. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Nova Scotia?
Evictions in Nova Scotia are handled by the Residential Tenancies Program.
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Residential Tenancies Program's published fee; it has not yet been checked against the official fee schedule for this page, so confirm it with the court before you file. The timeline and typical rent are estimates. Property damage ($2,000), legal fees ($800) and turnover ($1,200) are round planning figures, the same for every province and territory, not costs measured in Nova Scotia. Real costs vary by county, whether the tenant contests, and the market.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.