Located just minutes from downtown Halifax, The Bays is a thriving centre for Nova Scotia’s most innovative technology entrepreneurs. Designed with start-ups in mind, this state-of-the-art facility provides everything you need to build, scale, and succeed in a competitive global market.
World-class facilities for growing businesses
The Bays offers more than space—it’s a comprehensive platform for growth. From hands-on business guidance to enterprise-grade voice and data networks, you’ll find the resources to drive your start-up forward. Flexible leasing options and cost-effective solutions help you stay on budget while focusing on what matters most: your success.
A community of innovators
At The Bays, you’re not just renting space—you’re joining a vibrant community of like-minded entrepreneurs. On-site support and a collaborative atmosphere enhance credibility and open doors to new opportunities. This is where ideas turn into innovations and local start-ups transform into global players.
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- Flexible leasing arrangements so you can increase or decrease your space without penalty
- Purpose-built infrastructure for early stage technology companies
- Secure building with video surveillance, photocell lighting, access card system and photo ID requirements
- Digital reception
- 24-hour building access
- Air-conditioned offices
- 10 industrial bay units with mini-split heating and cooling systems (incl. separate entrance, 300 sq ft mezzanine area, self-contained washroom, office, 21 ft ceiling height,); 5 industrial bays have electronic overhead loading doors
- Fully equipped Community Hub with IT and lunchroom conveniences
- Shared office equipment to keep overhead costs low (e.g., multifunction devices with colour copy, scan, print, fax and email capabilities; postage, laminating and binding machines)
- Document shredding service
- Emergency power for key areas and systems
- Shipping & receiving loading dock with leveler
- Daily custodial services in offices and common areas
- Individual company mailboxes
- Pallet jack, hand carts, fork lift (must show MCFA Operator Safety Training certificate)
- Emergency shower
Reach out to the world
- State-of-the-art enterprise-grade integrated voice and data network and services at competitive rates
- IT professionals are available to assist you with software, hardware and network installation and troubleshooting
- Network monitored 24x7x365 so we can quickly and proactively address potential issues
- Security and reliability enhanced through enterprise-grade firewall/router and protection from power interruptions
- Ability to login securely from home or on the road through the Invest Nova Scotia network via virtual private networking (VPN)
- Advanced voice services via voIP
- Rapid moves, adds and changes of telephones and internet service
- Wifi vouchers available for clients and guests
- Server hosting (HVAC, secure caged client hosting areas, surveillance, backup power)
Share the load
- Professional reception services
- Administrative support
- On-site mail delivery
- Metered postage and courier services
A gathering place
- A variety of boardroom room sizes and possible configurations
- Audio/visual and conference room equipment (projectors, wireless conference phone, flip charts, whiteboards, lectern)
- Clickshare (wireless connectivity to screens and projectors)
- Online conference room booking systems
- Assistance with organizing meetings and catering
Location, location, location!
- Prestigious address and environment for client company customers, investors and partners
- Access to ample free parking and bicycle racks
- Desirable location and image is a significant benefit for recruiting employees
- Digital directory and company door signage
Tap into the network
Your early stage technology company has unique and evolving challenges. Invest Nova Scotia understands these challenges, and offers hands-on business advisory services, and access to a network of mentors and service providers that complements our in-house business expertise. The challenges vary, but typically include:
- Fundamental business planning
- Intellectual property identification and protection strategies
- Implementing product development best practices
- Financial and accounting management
- Cash flow management
- Value proposition development
- Pricing strategies
- Competitive analysis
- State-of-the-art marketing techniques
- Sales and distribution channel strategies
- Obtaining seed and venture capital
- Human resource management strategies
