📊 Key Facts
population
1.0 million
area
55,284 km²
gdp
$48 billion
unemployment
6.8%
min wage
$15.20/hr
languages
English (93%)
largest city
Halifax (0.4M)
🏙️ Major Cities
💵 Cost of Living
| City | Rent (1BR) | Groceries | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax | $1,600 | $370 | $100 |
💼 Job Market
Avg Salary
$52,000/year
Job Vacancies
20,000+
Top Industries:
Ocean TechnologyHealthcareDefenceFisheriesIT
📄 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
Nova Scotia has its own Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) that allows skilled workers and entrepreneurs to obtain permanent residence in Canada.
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🌤️ Climate
☀️
Summer
18-25°C, breezy
❄️
Winter
-5 to -15°C, moderate snow
📅
Best Months
June to October
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