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A bustling seaside playground where people of all ages and backgrounds come to explore and experience the best of Nova Scotia.
A seaside destination for the entire family.
Where cultural and seafaring experiences meet a new ocean economy.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site where Nova Scotia’s seafaring history comes to life.
See what’s happening on the waterfront.
Four unique waterfronts filled with experiences for all ages.
A waterfront view makes everything taste better.
Take advantage of free Wi-Fi.
Learn more about recent waterfront developments.
Our open space Master Plan is in-progress.
Harnessing the potential of our waterfronts.
Learn more about Nova Scotia’s waterfronts.
News from the water’s edge.
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Learn more about the mix of projects and events on the waterfronts.
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Together, we are building waterfronts that are experiential and economic hubs for all Nova Scotians.
Building on the greatness of the ocean since 1976.
Meet the Waterfront Development team.
Meet our Board of Directors.
Become a steward of a rising tide.
The waterfront is host to more than 40 events annually. Explore our month to month calendar for events and activities around the harbour or check out our growing list of Events.
Interested in hosting your event or community walk/run on the waterfront? Please complete our event request form.
This summer there will be dancing on the Halifax waterfront once again. Dancing happens at Tall Ships Quay, behind the Emera building…
Free weekly yoga on the Halifax waterfront hosted by MEC Halifax. Starting Monday June 19 and running through to the…
Friday evenings (until September 27) from 6pm-8pm, join The Little Fishers Club for educational evening of fishing fun, plus BBQ…
Urban Swimming is a growing trend around the world. From New York to Copenhagen cities are building and planning innovative…
Postponed to Friday, September 8 because of weather. Sign up for the annual United Way Halifax Harbour Swim. More details…
The 10th annual Convoy Cup will take place September 8 to 10. The Convoy Cup recognizes the historical contribution of…
This event is the only one of its kind in Halifax. Local restaurants and the business community will be paired…
Port Days 2017 is Atlantic Canada’s largest international B2B platform connecting major global supply chain partners. Two days of formal…
Bluenose II will visit the Bedford waterfront for the first time this September. She will arrive on September 16 at…
This coming September in Halifax, international and local sports fishermen will join private boaters along with local charters to compete in…
Hopscotch 2017 is about celebration. It’s about community and all elements of hip hop will be celebrated. The atmosphere will…
The Halifax Oyster Festival is a 2-day raw bar event on the Halifax waterfront. Ticket buyers can go choose between…