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When CBRE released its latest rankings of emerging tech markets across North America, one city jumped off the page: Halifax, Nova Scotia. Coming in at #2, Halifax didn’t earn this recognition by chance. This rise is the result of deliberate growth, a thriving innovation ecosystem, and a tech sector that’s scaling at record speed.
In just one year, Halifax created 6,500 new tech jobs. That’s not just one-time growth — that’s momentum. It’s a surge powered by companies adopting artificial intelligence, startups rethinking entire industries, and organizations like Dalhousie University, Volta, The PIER and COVE collaborating on the technologies that will define tomorrow.
AI at the Core of Nova Scotia’s Tech Revolution
Artificial intelligence isn’t a side story here — it’s the main event. AI adoption is accelerating across every sector of Nova Scotia’s economy, from healthcare to clean tech, aerospace to financial services. Businesses expanding into the province gain access to:
Research Powerhouses: Dalhousie University is at the forefront of AI research, applying machine learning to everything from ocean science to advanced healthcare.
Applied Innovation: Building AI-driven solutions in the provinces strategic sectors, such as oceans, financial services, healthcare, energy and agriculture is opening up new partnership opportunities across the province
Collaborative Ecosystem: With the Government leading the way in AI adoption—particularly in healthcare—Nova Scotia brings together academia, industry, and policy to harness AI as a powerful driver of economic growth, ensuring businesses have both the talent and support they need to thrive.
Why This Matters for Your Business
If your company is exploring where to expand next, Nova Scotia offers a combination few markets can match:
A Growing Talent Pipeline: Thousands of graduates each year with cutting-edge skills in computer science, engineering, and AI. It’s no wonder we earned the #2 ranking, we have tech talent coming out of our ten universities and 14 community college campuses.
Cost Competitiveness: A business-friendly environment where companies can scale efficiently. The province also offers unique programs and incentives to support expansion.
Strategic Location: Direct links to U.S. and European markets. Nova Scotia offers a unique time zone that supports same-day business operations in Europe and the east and west coast of North America.
Proven Ecosystem: A collaborative tech community that moves fast and embraces what’s next.
The Bottom Line
Nova Scotia’s tech industry isn’t just growing — it’s transforming. AI is reshaping industries here, and the companies that choose to expand now will be at the forefront of that change.
Ready to explore how your business can be part of one of North America’s fastest-growing tech hubs?
Connect with Stephen Hilchey and Vanessa Pierson at All in AI Summit in Montreal or send us a message to discover why global companies are betting big on Nova Scotia.
