Business in Hants County

Hants County businesses are known for their ability to create and embrace new ideas. Because of the economic advantages and the quality of life our region offers, a diverse range of companies are drawn here – from cultural innovators to life sciences pioneers, to advanced manufacturing leaders and agricultural producers.

Labour, land, and resource costs in Hants County are 20 to 40 per cent lower than major urban centers in Atlantic Canada and the Eastern Seaboard. Hants County can call upon a labour market from the approximately 350,000 people who live within a 10 to 45 minute commute of the County. Hants County is strategically located within minutes of Halifax Regional Municipality, the largest population centre in Atlantic Canada. From our business parks and urban centres, businesses can connect instantly to two major provincial highways, rail corridors and the Port of Halifax.

Thinking of starting a specialized business or looking to relocate your operations to Hants County? Explore the information on our website, or contact us for customized marketplace, labour, or commercial real estate information.