is the provincial umbrella organization for all forms of dance.
is primarily a service organization dedicated to the promotion and development of dance as a cultural, educational, healthful, social, and recreational activity.
serves all forms of dance and works to increase the availability of dance to Nova Scotians of all ages, backgrounds and abilities.
recognizes and supports those practitioners of dance who strive for excellence in teaching,competition and performance.
recognizes the importance of dance as part of the larger cultural framework impacting on the lives of Nova Scotians and works through the Cultural Federations of Nova Scotia and with other cultural organizations and agencies for the improvement in quality of life value and economic value that result from cultural activity.