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Nova Scotia Pesticide Applicator Core
Exam Questions And Correct Answers
(Verified Answers) Plus Rationales 2026
Q&A | Instant Download Pdf.
Question 1
In Nova Scotia, which provincial department is responsible for the
regulation of pesticides?
A) Agriculture and Fisheries
B) Environment
C) Natural Resources
D) Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
Correct Answer: B
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Rationale: Nova Scotia Environment (NS Environment) administers
the Pesticides Act and its regulations, including certification,
licensing, and enforcement .
Question 2
Which of the following pesticide activities does NOT require an
Approval from NS Environment?
A) Pesticide application to a public road, street, or highway
(excluding spot treatment)
B) On forest land
C) Ground application on agricultural land
D) Extension of a vendor's pesticide storage facility
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ground application on agricultural land does not
require a separate Approval from NS Environment, though
applicator certification is still required. Approvals are needed
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for sensitive areas like roadsides, forests, and vendor storage
modifications .
Question 3
What federal act governs the registration of all pesticides in
Canada?
A) Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)
B) Pest Control Products Act (PCPA)
C) Fisheries Act
D) Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Pest Control Products Act, administered by Health
Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA), requires
all pesticides sold or used in Canada to be registered. The PCP
number on a label indicates registration under this Act .
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Question 4
According to the PCP Act, how often must a pesticide be re-
evaluated for registration purposes?
A) Every 5 years
B) Every 10 years
C) Every 15 years
D) Every 20 years
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Pest Control Products Act mandates re-evaluation
of registered pesticides every 15 years to ensure they continue
to meet modern safety and environmental standards .
Nova Scotia Pesticide Applicator Core
Exam Questions And Correct Answers
(Verified Answers) Plus Rationales 2026
Q&A | Instant Download Pdf.
Question 1
In Nova Scotia, which provincial department is responsible for the
regulation of pesticides?
A) Agriculture and Fisheries
B) Environment
C) Natural Resources
D) Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
Correct Answer: B
,Page 2 of 105
Rationale: Nova Scotia Environment (NS Environment) administers
the Pesticides Act and its regulations, including certification,
licensing, and enforcement .
Question 2
Which of the following pesticide activities does NOT require an
Approval from NS Environment?
A) Pesticide application to a public road, street, or highway
(excluding spot treatment)
B) On forest land
C) Ground application on agricultural land
D) Extension of a vendor's pesticide storage facility
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ground application on agricultural land does not
require a separate Approval from NS Environment, though
applicator certification is still required. Approvals are needed
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for sensitive areas like roadsides, forests, and vendor storage
modifications .
Question 3
What federal act governs the registration of all pesticides in
Canada?
A) Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)
B) Pest Control Products Act (PCPA)
C) Fisheries Act
D) Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Pest Control Products Act, administered by Health
Canada's Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA), requires
all pesticides sold or used in Canada to be registered. The PCP
number on a label indicates registration under this Act .
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Question 4
According to the PCP Act, how often must a pesticide be re-
evaluated for registration purposes?
A) Every 5 years
B) Every 10 years
C) Every 15 years
D) Every 20 years
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Pest Control Products Act mandates re-evaluation
of registered pesticides every 15 years to ensure they continue
to meet modern safety and environmental standards .
