Swim Nova Scotia is the umbrella organization for all swim clubs in the province. Offering administrative support to each club, the governing body is comprised of over 2000 athletes, 800 officials and many volunteers. The organization is made up of 15 full-time clubs, 19 summer clubs and 18 masters clubs. Club members range from ages 5 to 80 years old. The mission of Swim Nova Scotia is to support and produce individual excellence.

Swim Nova Scotia helps athletes to develop their potential whether Olympic caliber or just for fitness. Swim Nova Scotia is a non-profit organization that focuses on supporting and producing individual excellence at the International, National, Provincial and Novice levels. Swim Nova Scotia has been a part of competitive swimming across Canada for twenty-five years, and was incorporated in 1996.