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The City of Halifax

Halifax is the capital city of Nova Scotia and the economic centre for Canada's East Coast.

With a population of over 370,000, the city of Halifax is the largest city east of Québec and north of Boston, and is home to many diverse communities. It is both cosmopolitan and laid-back, balancing a vibrant entertainment and arts culture with an easy going east coast attitude. Here you'll find the cost of living in Halifax affordable, endless cultural & entertainment options, and easy access to outdoor recreation without the stress and traffic jams of bigger cities. 

 
The Halifax Lifestyle

The city is always bustling with activities, ranging from entertainment on the boardwalk, sports events, gallery visits, restaurants and cafés, to everything in between. The unique atmosphere is welcoming and inviting. Haligonians enjoy many large city amenities and a small town feel.

One of the oldest cities in Canada, Halifax offers a unique blend of history and modern conveniences. The city is continually growing, with annual population increases of 1%.
 
Other population facts include:
  • 65% of residents are under 45 years of age
  • More than 1/4 are under 20 years of age
  • Working age student population of 50,000 - due to 5 post - secondary institutions


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Testimonial
"Haligonians are individuals who are genuine; I feel really at home in the community. And that is important when one decides where to live years or decades of one's life, to raise a family, to raise children."
Dr. Ivar Mendez,
Brain Repair Centre