Halifax

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Nature has shaped this remarkable corner of Nova Scotia with quiet generosity—granting it wide, sandy beaches, wind—carved headlands, and gardens that burst into colour with every passing season. Long before modern streets and harbours took form, ancient Mi’kmaq communities lived along these shores, drawing wisdom and sustenance from the sea and the forests.

It was here, in 1749, that the British established their first town—an outpost that began as a fortified settlement and gradually grew into a thriving Atlantic gateway. Over the centuries, waves of newcomers arrived: fishermen and soldiers, merchants and craftsmen, refugees and immigrants from Europe and beyond, each adding new voices to the tapestry of culture unfolding on this rugged coast.

Today, that once-fledgling town has grown into Atlantic Canada’s largest and most spirited city—a place where history and salt air mingle, where centuries-old streets lead to bustling waterfronts, and where the enduring rhythm of the ocean continues to shape the lives of those who call it home.

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