Get the Facts on Halifax's Economy
To learn more about Halifax’s economy and get a definitive look at Halifax’s economic and community progress, read the Halifax Index 2023.
Grow Here
Explore Halifax's thriving industry sectors and find opportunities to locate and grow your business.
Key Industry Sectors
Halifax is the vibrant, prosperous capital of the East Coast. A highly educated workforce, strategic location, low business costs and an innovation advantage, mean Halifax provides all of the right ingredients for businesses to succeed and grow. Halifax has one of the most diverse economies in Canada with a number of strong sectors.
Transportation & Logistics
Connected to 150+countries through the Port of Halifax for international trade via the world’s largest shipping lines
Life Sciences
Third Lowestoperating costs for a research centre out of the 50 largest cities in Canada and the USA