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Talent

More than 70% of the workforce holds a post-secondary degree or certificate—among the highest rates in Canada.

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Location

Located steps from the ocean and ideally situated to move goods, travel internationally, or deliver services across time zones.

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Cost

A mid-sized city with the opportunities and talent of a big city at more competitive costs.

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Innovation

A skilled workforce, innovation ecosystem, and first-rate R&D tax credits to help build your business.

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YOUR PARTNER IN HALIFAX

The Halifax Partnership helps businesses locate, grow and succeed in Halifax. We can connect you to the contacts and resources you need to enter the market, recruit talent and expand your business.

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"There is a work-life balance here that is not found in many other places, and that is becoming increasingly important for the next generation of workers and young people we are trying to attract to the region."

Karen Oldfield
President & CEO, Halifax Port Authority

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Article Posted: August 14, 2019

“I can’t overstate the amount of value that we’ve gotten from being able to hire youth”: How hiring a student can give your small business a competitive edge

Hiring a student for one week, one semester, or one year can be a huge advantage to your business. CBDC Blue Water learned firsthand that there are resources available to assist businesses with hiring a student (or two)!

Article Posted: August 2, 2019

Another year of great attendance for the 6th annual Build Your Business On Tall Ship Silva

Entrepreneurs, immigrants and business professionals gathered together on August 1 to set sail on the Halifax Harbour for the Build Your Business On Tall Ship Silva networking event.

Announcements Posted: June 28, 2019

Ebay Canada Launches Travelling Showcase to Feature Local Retailers from Retail Revival Program

eBay Canada has launched a traveling showcase display to feature local small-to-medium-sized retailers participating in the Retail Revival training program.

Media Release Posted: June 26, 2019

Halifax Partnership Celebrates the Power of Innovation and Immigration

The Halifax Partnership held its AGM today at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 with over 230 investors, business leaders and community members in attendance. The AGM formally introduced Wendy Luther, the Partnership’s new President & CEO.

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Upcoming Event

Build Your Business on the Tall Ship Silva - A Networking Event

Aug 1

Enjoy a two-hour cruise on the Halifax waterfront! Come aboard on our sixth Build Your Business on the Tall Ship Silva! A unique networking event - connecting the business community to immigrant entrepreneurs - where all can build their business, grow their networks and share ideas.

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Halifax Means Business

We want to help you grow.

Talent

Location

Cost

Innovation

YOUR PARTNER IN HALIFAX

“I can’t overstate the amount of value that we’ve gotten from being able to hire youth”: How hiring a student can give your small business a competitive edge

Another year of great attendance for the 6th annual Build Your Business On Tall Ship Silva

Ebay Canada Launches Travelling Showcase to Feature Local Retailers from Retail Revival Program

Halifax Partnership Celebrates the Power of Innovation and Immigration

Upcoming Event

Build Your Business on the Tall Ship Silva - A Networking Event

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