Originally published in 2019, the Guideline for Use of the Professional Stamp is intended to provide guidance to professional engineers on the proper use of the engineer’s stamp, which conveys the engineer’s professional responsibility for their work, and provides assurance to the public of the profession’s commitment to ethical behaviour and protection of the public.

This update includes modernization of language, guidance for the stamping of translated documents, and additional details and clarification regarding digital stamping.

The most recent draft version of the Guideline is available in PDF format  click here.

The deadline for feedback related to this Guideline is 5:00 pm on Friday, March 28, 2025. 

Comments, feedback and questions can be sent by email to  practice@engineersnovascotia.ca  Please indicate the page number and section related to the comments being provided, and any other relevant information.