Halifax
is the ocean-side capital of Nova Scotia. Halifax has a reputation for being
the center of business, research and education in Atlantic Canada with its five
universities and two colleges in Halifax alone. Its sister city of Dartmouth
is just minutes across the Harbor by ferry or by one of the two bridges. Halifax
is easily accessible to the rest of Canada and the United States through highways,
regular ferry, air and train services. You can also fly directly to Europe from
the Halifax International Airport.
Halifax
is situated on one of the largest natural harbors in the world. Halifax is known
as the "City of Trees" and Dartmouth the "City of Lakes"
(23 in all), making both cities healthy environments to live in, as well providing
many opportunities for recreation. Both cities are filled with historic buildings,
parks & museums. Of particular interest is the restoration of the waterfront
areas, providing walking trails, shops, fine dining and art galleries. You can
also go sailing and take boat rides.
The
total population of the Halifax Regional Municipality (Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford,
Sackville, Waverley) exceeds over 400,000. Halifax/Dartmouth has a large concentration
of military personnel and a higher percentage of population between 18 and 25
years because of the numerous educational institutions.
The
work force of the region comprises of three main segments:
Community,
Business & Personal Services
Public
Administration and Defense
Wholesale
and Retail Trade
The
area is an important distribution and manufacturing center for goods
consumed in the region and for export as well. Major industries
include trans-shipment operations, ship construction and repair,
oil refining, electronic manufacturing & auto assembly.
Photo
credits (clockwise from top left): T. Bognar, G. Gralle, Wally Hayes,
S. Hines
