Halifax, Nova Scotia local economy
Halifax, Nova Scotia ranks in the 85th percentile of Canada metro areas as of September 2026, with momentum falling over the past 12 months.
Building permits
Dwelling units authorized by permit was 344 in June 2026, down 27.1% from May 2026 and down 57.9% from June 2025.
Employment
Payrolled or covered employment was 297,900 in August 2026, flat 0.5% from July 2026 and up 1.3% from August 2025.
Dwelling units authorized by permit was 344 in June 2026, down 27.1% from May 2026 and down 57.9% from June 2025. Payrolled or covered employment was 297,900 in August 2026, flat 0.5% from July 2026 and up 1.3% from August 2025. No current data is available for New business applications or registrations in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Frequently asked questions
- How does Halifax, Nova Scotia rank among Canada metro areas?
- Halifax, Nova Scotia ranks in the 85th percentile of Canada metro areas as of September 2026, with momentum falling over the past 12 months.
- What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Halifax, Nova Scotia?
- Dwelling units authorized by permit in Halifax, Nova Scotia was 344 in June 2026.
- What is the payrolled or covered employment in Halifax, Nova Scotia?
- Payrolled or covered employment in Halifax, Nova Scotia was 297,900 in August 2026.
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Sources and methodology
- Statistics Canada — Building permits, value by type of structure and type of work
- Statistics Canada — Labour force characteristics by census metropolitan area, 3-month moving average, seasonally adjusted
Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 70% of weighted components available.
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