Metro Halifax
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
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