The Nova Scotia Liberal Party is one of the province's major political parties, having formed government during numerous periods in Nova Scotia's history. The party generally positions itself in the centre to centre-left of the political spectrum. As the Official Opposition (as of 2024), the Liberals scrutinize government decisions and propose alternative policies. Provincial opposition parties influence municipal matters by critiquing government municipal policies and committing to different approaches if elected. Nova Scotia Liberals operate independently from the federal Liberal Party while often sharing similar values and orientations.