Small but mighty, Halifax ranks No. 2 as emerging North American tech hub Halifax may not have the scale of Toronto, San Francisco or Seattle, but Atlantic Canada’s largest city is building a reputation as one of North America’s most promising emerging technology markets. Nova Scotia seafood companies get $2.2 million to cut energy costs, emissions French connection: Family moved to Halifax area to open Parisian-style market despite never visiting Nova Scotia before Nova Scotia opens door to small-scale tidal power projects in Bay of Fundy Retrofitting Atlantic Canada’s buildings to achieve net zero will cost billions Discount grocer FreshCo to open stores in Bedford and Lower Sackville The long-awaited launch of discount grocer FreshCo in the Halifax area will occur at two locations later this month. August 7, 2026 Halifax Discount grocer FreshCo to open stores in Bedford and Lower Sackville The long-awaited launch of discount grocer FreshCo in the Halifax area will occur at two locations later this month. Advertisement 1 Stories continue below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Amazon building massive $200 million operations hub in Nova Scotia industrial park A construction site on a vast stretch of a Nova Scotia industrial park is giving shape to Amazon’s biggest investment in the province. August 7, 2026 Halifax Business Amazon building massive $200 million operations hub in Nova Scotia industrial park A construction site on a vast stretch of a Nova Scotia industrial park is giving shape to Amazon’s biggest investment in the province. Approval acquired for Nova Scotia open pit zinc mine planning to open in 2027 Mine will also yield lead and gypsum, and gold prospects are 'encouraging' August 7, 2026 Halifax Business Approval acquired for Nova Scotia open pit zinc mine planning to open in 2027 Mine will also yield lead and gypsum, and gold prospects are 'encouraging' Namaste Indian Grocery to rise from the ashes in new Dartmouth location After overcoming the shock of losing his business to a fire, the owner of Namaste Indian Grocery is moving forward with a new location in Dartmouth. August 6, 2026 Halifax Business Namaste Indian Grocery to rise from the ashes in new Dartmouth location After overcoming the shock of losing his business to a fire, the owner of Namaste Indian Grocery is moving forward with a new location in Dartmouth. New Halifax business looking to buck location's recent high-turnover trend Juice and smoothie shop owner says she's here to stay despite two locally owned businesses that closed at this Vernon Street location August 6, 2026 Halifax Business New Halifax business looking to buck location's recent high-turnover trend Juice and smoothie shop owner says she's here to stay despite two locally owned businesses that closed at this Vernon Street location Weather: Rainfall warning issued for parts of Cape Breton: Aug. 23, 2026 Cape Breton Weather: Rainfall warning issued for parts of Cape Breton: Aug. 23, 2026 New McDonald's under construction in Charlottetown Prince Edward Island New McDonald's under construction in Charlottetown Former Halifax firefighter who secretly recorded common-law wife granted early end to probation despite victim’s objections Halifax Former Halifax firefighter who secretly recorded common-law wife granted early end to probation despite victim’s objections P.E.I. government has plans for former motel and cottages Prince Edward Island P.E.I. government has plans for former motel and cottages Gold Cup and Saucer childhood dreams realized Prince Edward Island Gold Cup and Saucer childhood dreams realized LOCAL SPOTLIGHT Find the best places within . From local businesses to food to medical to legal services. Why Nova Scotia could be a big winner in Canada's submarine strategy Nova Scotia is on the cusp of a defining chapter in its defence economy, says the chief executive officer of Babcock Canada, which recently secured a $1 billion, six-year contract extension to maintain Canada’s current Victoria-class submarines, bridging the gap to a new generation of subs. August 5, 2026 Halifax Business Why Nova Scotia could be a big winner in Canada's submarine strategy Nova Scotia is on the cusp of a defining chapter in its defence economy, says the chief executive officer of Babcock Canada, which recently secured a $1 billion, six-year contract extension to maintain Canada’s current Victoria-class submarines, bridging the gap to a new generation of subs. Advertisement 2 Stories continue below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. WestJet, union reach tentative agreement, ending flight disruptions WestJet working to restore service to thousands of stranded passengers August 2, 2026 Atlantic Canada WestJet, union reach tentative agreement, ending flight disruptions WestJet working to restore service to thousands of stranded passengers Clutch opens Halifax customer hub in former East Coast Lifestyle flagship store The online used-car retailer marks another step in the company’s national expansion July 31, 2026 Halifax Business Clutch opens Halifax customer hub in former East Coast Lifestyle flagship store The online used-car retailer marks another step in the company’s national expansion WestJet flight attendants' union issues 72-hour strike notice Airline responds with 72-hour lockout notice July 30, 2026 Business WestJet flight attendants' union issues 72-hour strike notice Airline responds with 72-hour lockout notice Lockheed Martin Canada expands Nova Scotia workforce amid defence spending boom With a surge of federal military spending expected to flow into Nova Scotia in the coming years, the world’s largest defence and aerospace contractor announced a multi-million-dollar investment on its new hires in the province over the next five years. July 30, 2026 Halifax Business Lockheed Martin Canada expands Nova Scotia workforce amid defence spending boom With a surge of federal military spending expected to flow into Nova Scotia in the coming years, the world’s largest defence and aerospace contractor announced a multi-million-dollar investment on its new hires in the province over the next five years. TikTok turns sardines into booming business as younger consumers drive demand Long associated with older generations and pantry shelves, sardines are experiencing an unlikely resurgence as a viral social media obsession. July 29, 2026 Halifax Business TikTok turns sardines into booming business as younger consumers drive demand Long associated with older generations and pantry shelves, sardines are experiencing an unlikely resurgence as a viral social media obsession. Advertisement 3 Stories continue below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Nova Scotia Power union workers to vote on enhanced contract offer this week Members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1928 will vote again after company offers signing bonus July 28, 2026 Nova Scotia Nova Scotia Power union workers to vote on enhanced contract offer this week Members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1928 will vote again after company offers signing bonus Nova Scotia wineries see big sales boost as U.S. tariffs lead many to uncork local wine Sales have grown by 14 per cent since U.S. products were pulled from store shelves July 28, 2026 Nova Scotia Nova Scotia wineries see big sales boost as U.S. tariffs lead many to uncork local wine Sales have grown by 14 per cent since U.S. products were pulled from store shelves WestJet flight attendants could walk off the job as early as Sunday. Here's what to know As with last summer's brief strike by Air Canada workers, one issue is payment for work performed while on the ground July 27, 2026 Business WestJet flight attendants could walk off the job as early as Sunday. Here's what to know As with last summer's brief strike by Air Canada workers, one issue is payment for work performed while on the ground Waterfront coffee shop with the 'feel of a living room' in the works for Bedford's Mill Cove Daniel Roukema always wished Bedford had a laid-back, neighbourhood coffee shop, so he decided to take matters into his own hands. July 27, 2026 Halifax Business Waterfront coffee shop with the 'feel of a living room' in the works for Bedford's Mill Cove Daniel Roukema always wished Bedford had a laid-back, neighbourhood coffee shop, so he decided to take matters into his own hands.

How a 25-year-old entrepreneur is shaping the Halifax pottery scene The Beleza Pottery Studio, a beginner-friendly pottery making and painting studio, opens Saturday July 24, 2026 Halifax Business How a 25-year-old entrepreneur is shaping the Halifax pottery scene The Beleza Pottery Studio, a beginner-friendly pottery making and painting studio, opens Saturday Advertisement 4 Stories continue below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. B.C. premier calls for blocking critical mineral exports to U.S. over lumber tariffs David Eby said at the first ministers meeting in Charlottetown that it was 'inexplicable' for the U.S. to destabilize Canadian export industries July 23, 2026 Canada B.C. premier calls for blocking critical mineral exports to U.S. over lumber tariffs David Eby said at the first ministers meeting in Charlottetown that it was 'inexplicable' for the U.S. to destabilize Canadian export industries Why Rogers has confirmed plan to sell MLSE stake after completing major transaction Communication company recently announced deal to take 100% ownership of MLSE - pending league approvals - becoming owners of Maple Leafs, Raptors, Blue Jays and more with Video July 23, 2026 Business Why Rogers has confirmed plan to sell MLSE stake after completing major transaction Communication company recently announced deal to take 100% ownership of MLSE - pending league approvals - becoming owners of Maple Leafs, Raptors, Blue Jays and more Restart of mine at Cooks Brook a milestone for province's critical mineral sector, minister says Nova Scotia’s natural resources minister called the approval to restart the mine in Cooks Brook a significant milestone for the province’s critical minerals sector. July 23, 2026 Halifax Business Restart of mine at Cooks Brook a milestone for province's critical mineral sector, minister says Nova Scotia’s natural resources minister called the approval to restart the mine in Cooks Brook a significant milestone for the province’s critical minerals sector. One group of long-term care workers in Nova Scotia may have to return to picket line Long-term care workers at Valley View Villa in Stellarton are faced with the prospect of another strike after a new round of negotiations hit a wall this week. July 23, 2026 Halifax Business One group of long-term care workers in Nova Scotia may have to return to picket line Long-term care workers at Valley View Villa in Stellarton are faced with the prospect of another strike after a new round of negotiations hit a wall this week. Subscriber only. Atlantic Canadians are country's most stressed grocery shoppers That's what a new spending survey of Canadians suggests July 21, 2026 Local Business Subscriber only Subscriber only. Atlantic Canadians are country's most stressed grocery shoppers That's what a new spending survey of Canadians suggests Advertisement 5 Stories continue below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Taco Bell looking to open on busy corner in downtown Halifax: 'That's an absolutely prime location' The wheels are in motion to open a Taco Bell in a prime downtown Halifax location. July 21, 2026 Halifax Business Taco Bell looking to open on busy corner in downtown Halifax: 'That's an absolutely prime location' The wheels are in motion to open a Taco Bell in a prime downtown Halifax location. Trump announces new 50% tariff on Canadian goods citing alcohol, dairy disputes The tariff is in response to what the U.S. administration views as discriminatory trade practices by Canada, including tariffs on American autos, U.S. alcohol bans and dairy import limits with Video July 20, 2026 Business Trump announces new 50% tariff on Canadian goods citing alcohol, dairy disputes The tariff is in response to what the U.S. administration views as discriminatory trade practices by Canada, including tariffs on American autos, U.S. alcohol bans and dairy import limits Nova Scotia government, developer push to keep major Fall River housing development on fast track A push is on to keep a large Fall River housing development on the fast track. July 20, 2026 Halifax Business Nova Scotia government, developer push to keep major Fall River housing development on fast track A push is on to keep a large Fall River housing development on the fast track. Why this manufacturing industry insider thinks the U.S. will soon come around on CUSMA Managing director of Marsh Risk Canada has an intimate view of what industry is seeing and he feels bullish on U.S.-Canada trade July 20, 2026 Business Why this manufacturing industry insider thinks the U.S. will soon come around on CUSMA Managing director of Marsh Risk Canada has an intimate view of what industry is seeing and he feels bullish on U.S.-Canada trade Taxi company calls for Lunenburg mayor’s resignation, threatens legal action following licensing incident 'These are real significant damages to myself, it’s harassment to my driver and it’s put everybody involved in this business in a terrible position,' says taxi company owner July 17, 2026 Nova Scotia Taxi company calls for Lunenburg mayor’s resignation, threatens legal action following licensing incident 'These are real significant damages to myself, it’s harassment to my driver and it’s put everybody involved in this business in a terrible position,' says taxi company owner Advertisement 6 Stories continue below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Lunenburg Shipyard eyes 150 new jobs over five-year period through $20 million expansion The project will bring 'continued work' to marine industries, says local business owner July 16, 2026 Nova Scotia Lunenburg Shipyard eyes 150 new jobs over five-year period through $20 million expansion The project will bring 'continued work' to marine industries, says local business owner Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 2.25% for sixth meeting in a row Economy improving, inflation steady, but labour market still weak, says central bank with Video July 15, 2026 Canada Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 2.25% for sixth meeting in a row Economy improving, inflation steady, but labour market still weak, says central bank Subscriber only. Gerry Pond, tech pioneer and investor, dies at 82 Former NBTel chief backed landmark New Brunswick startups and helped shape a generation of entrepreneurs July 13, 2026 Local Business Subscriber only Subscriber only. Gerry Pond, tech pioneer and investor, dies at 82 Former NBTel chief backed landmark New Brunswick startups and helped shape a generation of entrepreneurs Popular Asian grocer E-Joy Food Mart coming to Dartmouth Crossing The news that E-Joy Food Mart will open in Dartmouth Crossing has delighted many fans of the Asian grocery store. July 14, 2026 Halifax Popular Asian grocer E-Joy Food Mart coming to Dartmouth Crossing The news that E-Joy Food Mart will open in Dartmouth Crossing has delighted many fans of the Asian grocery store. Subscriber only. New initiative wants agri-tech firms to reach commercial production ASAP A new $7 million business accelerator aims to help nine Canadian companies grow their operations and strengthen food security. July 12, 2026 Halifax Business Subscriber only Subscriber only. New initiative wants agri-tech firms to reach commercial production ASAP A new $7 million business accelerator aims to help nine Canadian companies grow their operations and strengthen food security. Advertisement 7 Stories continue below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Lower office vacancy numbers a positive economic story, says commercial real estate expert Halifax is emerging as one of Canada’s strongest commercial markets, says a real estate expert. July 13, 2026 Halifax Lower office vacancy numbers a positive economic story, says commercial real estate expert Halifax is emerging as one of Canada’s strongest commercial markets, says a real estate expert. Why Europe needs Nova Scotia to launch its rockets Geography and great-power politics are back in play for Canso. July 10, 2026 Nova Scotia Why Europe needs Nova Scotia to launch its rockets Geography and great-power politics are back in play for Canso. Some Nova Scotia restaurants raising prices for fish and chips as haddock prices rise drastically 'We're at the $25 fish and chips price' as haddock follows market currents July 9, 2026 Halifax Business Some Nova Scotia restaurants raising prices for fish and chips as haddock prices rise drastically 'We're at the $25 fish and chips price' as haddock follows market currents Subscriber only. NB Power's gas plant controversy heads to court Coalition of opponents has asked the province's Court of Appeal for a judicial review July 7, 2026 Business Subscriber only Subscriber only. NB Power's gas plant controversy heads to court Coalition of opponents has asked the province's Court of Appeal for a judicial review This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here . By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy .