5 Reasons why you'd want to move to Halifax!

So you're thinking about travelling to Nova Scotia? Maybe even move there? Well before you do, consider reading this quick guide to the Nation's most diverse province!

The Sights

Depending on which part of the province you go to, Nova Scotia has some of the most breathtaking views of all of Canada. Sure British Columbia has the Rockies, but there's nothing like a rocky coastline painted with green algae nestled against a candy orange sky. 

           Herring Cove Provincial Park Coast - a beautiful sunset horizon on the edge of a

           dioritic rich coastline.

What makes the coastlines so unmatched is the diverse geology. There are well over 2 dozen unique regions of rock units, each with its own family and members of rock units. One example of this is the Cobequid-Cheaubucto Fault Zone near Clarke Head which showcases one of the largest Mega-breccia deposits in the world.

           Clarke Head Mega-Breccia - Vertical staircase down to a beautiful outcrop of giant

              boulders cemented together.

The Weather

Weather can be a turn-off for some when it comes to residence. Canadian winters are felt in every province in Canada, but Halifax winters are very unique. For starters, temperatures rarely ever drop below -20 degrees Celsius. From May-November, temperatures range from 12-27 which is quite nice considering it's more north than some regions in Ontario. When snow does hit Halifax, it hits hard, but it doesn't stay for long. 

The People

I've been quite pleased with how friendly everyone is here. Despite having an influx of tourists in the summer time, Nova Scotia remains one of the friendliest provinces in Canada. While driving in Halifax, drivers are very forgiving and often will stop for other cars or pedestrians instead of driving through (even if they have the right of way). I think people appreciate where they live and enjoy interacting with everyone about their home.

The Food

Seafood is the primary staple here, with Shrimp 🍤, Lobster, Crab 🦀, Scallops and Mussels taking the top spots for the seafood line. Of course there's plenty of other options if you aren't into that sort of thing, but being a maritime province means fishing is a major industry. The best place to find lobster is in the harbour, fresh out of the ocean for a decently low price per lb. If you are close to a major city, there are unique restaurants who take up their own unique spin on the seafood making each stop a tasty adventure! If you are in Halifax, Salties and Captains Boil are two of the best restaurants for Lobster.

          The nightscene view from Salties - A picture perfect shot from the dining room in

            Salties; showcasing the juxtaposition of Halifax' staple food and restaurant locale.

The Culture

The fewer amount of large businesses and increasing amount of small businesses give the culture of Halifax a unique foundation. Most people here are less focussed on driving the economy forward and have a greater focus on enjoying the landscape and visiting with family and friends. It is a very family-focussed province and often feels like time is slower than other provinces. Overall, this tourist destination and capital feels a lot like a once in a lifetime travel must-see, and if you decide to stay will most likely become your favourite province.