Memberships are for CPHR Nova Scotia only. Membership dues are based on the membership year of September 1 to August 31 each year.

Memberships are not transferable and non-refundable, however, CPHR holders may apply to have their CPHR recognized in another province (separate from membership).  See CPHR Transfers for information.

Membership Categories:

Chartered Member - $508
Chartered membership is open to individuals who have met, and continue to meet, the requirements for certification (with CPHR Nova Scotia). Chartered members have voting privileges and are eligible to serve in all Board and Committee positions.

Candidate Member - $430
Candidate Membership is open to individuals who have completed (and maintain) the requirements to be a candidate (with CPHR Nova Scotia). Candidate members have voting privileges, are eligible to serve on committees, however, are not eligible to service in Board positions.

Associate Member - $352
Associate membership is open to individuals who have an interest in, or are working in, human resources but do not meet the requirements for other categories of membership. Associate members do not have voting privileges and are not eligible to serve on the Board but are eligible to serve on some committees.

One-time discounts available for associate members: New Grad Discount and Newcomer Welcome Discount

Student Member - $55 (FREE now with special promotion code: studentfree)
Student Membership is available to individuals who are currently enrolled in a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma program that includes human resources coursework. Applicants must be actively enrolled and provide confirmation of their current student status at the time of application. Student Members do not have voting privileges and are not eligible to serve on the Board, but may be eligible to participate on select committees. Please note: Individuals who currently hold Candidate or Chartered membership are not eligible to switch to Student Membership.

Retired Member - $55 per year or $508 lifetime membership
A discounted member due is available to retired members. Must be retired from Human Resources practice and have been a member of the Association and has held the CPHR designation for at least five continuous years immediately prior to retirement.

There are two options pay per year a special $50 dues or pay $497 for a lifetime membership.

For information on the CPHR Retired Designation click here.

Renewal Dues Not Paid by Aug 31st

Payment of membership renewal is due by Aug 31st each year.  Payments received after Aug 31st will be subject to a $50 plus HST late fee and all access to member benefits cease until renewal is complete.

Members who do not renew within 60 days will be deemed to have not renewed. 

CPHR Holders and Candidates:  It is important to note that non-payment of dues by Aug 31st will impact the status of your CPHR (or Candidate status) as individuals with either status are required to keep all dues and fees current with the Association, which means paying dues by Aug 31st each year to remain in good standing.  It is important to note that should your CPHR  or candidate status be revoked for non-payment of dues, a CPHR status reactivation fee of $100 plus HST also applies, in addition to the late fee above.

Prorated Membership Dues
June to August 2027

Note: This proration covers the remainder of this membership period plus the next membership period ending August 31, 2027. The next proration period will begin September 2026 for the full membership period.

Application Fee 

A membership application (or reactivation fee) of $50 plus tax applies at the time of application/reactivation.  The application fee does not apply for student membership applications.