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A thriving community is a powerful thing.

For our communities to reach their full potential they need partnership, support, and platforms for growth. Build Nova Scotia believes that by working together, we can ensure the projects and places that matter most to Nova Scotians are brought to life in ways that improve our home and enrich our lives.

By planning, designing, building, and operating strategic infrastructure that supports economically vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive communities, Build Nova Scotia is working to steward projects that drive our economy forward. As a provincial Crown corporation, we develop strategic economic infrastructure that supports a healthy, connected, and thriving Nova Scotia.

We build stuff—but the core function of what we build is guided by opportunities to transform our province’s lands and properties in ways that stimulate economic development and improve quality of life for all Nova Scotians. This includes managing the addition and renewal of infrastructure that keeps Nova Scotians healthy, connected, and thriving no matter where they live.

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New Public Housing for Kentville

New public housing in Kentville will provide safe, affordable homes for about 100 people, including seniors and families. The new housing will include…

New public housing in Kentville will provide safe, affordable homes for about 100 people, including seniors and families. The new housing will include 30 apartments – 19 more than originally planned – and construction will…

Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project: Underground Electrical Work

Construction Update: Underground Electrical Work ⚡ Build Nova Scotia and PCL Construction are completing important underground electrical work near t…

Construction Update: Underground Electrical Work ⚡ Build Nova Scotia and PCL Construction are completing important underground electrical work near the QEII Halifax Infirmary to bring power to the new Acute Care Tower — a…

Four Sites Selected for Public Housing

Sites in four communities have been selected for new public housing that will create up to 64 new safe and affordable homes. The new housing in Middle…

Sites in four communities have been selected for new public housing that will create up to 64 new safe and affordable homes. The new housing in Middleton, Windsor, Shubenacadie and Springhill is part of the plan to build 5…

The Power of Project Management: Meet the Team Turning Plans into Action

On the first Thursday in November, International Project Management Day recognizes the skill, collaboration, and leadership that drive successful proj…

On the first Thursday in November, International Project Management Day recognizes the skill, collaboration, and leadership that drive successful projects around the world. This year’s theme, “The Power Trio: Project, Lead…

QEII Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project Honoured with National P3 Award

Pictured above from left to right: Hafeez Habib, Senior Vice President, Plenary Americas, David Benoit, President and CEO, Build Nova Scotia, Marie-Au…

Pictured above from left to right: Hafeez Habib, Senior Vice President, Plenary Americas, David Benoit, President and CEO, Build Nova Scotia, Marie-Aurore Frey, Director, Policy and Contract Management, Department of Healt…

Designing Spaces That Heal: Meriem Merbai’s Vision for Healthcare Architecture

World Architecture Day is more than a celebration of structures. It is a testament to the strength of ideas, the resilience of design, and the respons…

World Architecture Day is more than a celebration of structures. It is a testament to the strength of ideas, the resilience of design, and the responsibility we carry in shaping tomorrow. Few embody this vision more clearl…

New Business Development Opportunities – Marine-Based Tour Operators, Halifax Waterfront

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking marine-based tour operators to deliver excursion experiences that showcase the best of Halifax Harbour a…

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking marine-based tour operators to deliver excursion experiences that showcase the best of Halifax Harbour and Nova Scotia for residents and visitors alike. Two Business Developmen…

New Business Development Opportunity – deGarthe Studio and deGarthe Garage, Peggy’s Cove

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking operators who are local artists, makers, and craftspeople to submit proposals to operate the deGarthe St…

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking operators who are local artists, makers, and craftspeople to submit proposals to operate the deGarthe Studio at 111 Peggy’s Point Road and the deGarthe Garage at 104 Peggy’s Po…

Excavation Complete on Halifax Infirmary Expansion

Excavation for the QEII Halifax Infirmary acute care tower was completed today, September 3. The project will significantly boost the region’s ability…

Excavation for the QEII Halifax Infirmary acute care tower was completed today, September 3. The project will significantly boost the region’s ability to deliver medical care and health services. Since May 2024, 543,000 to…

New Business Development Opportunity – Modified Shipping Container(s) Salt Yard District

August 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking a potential operator to bring their own modified shipping container(s) to the Salt Yard District on the Hal…

August 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking a potential operator to bring their own modified shipping container(s) to the Salt Yard District on the Halifax Waterfront to deliver an engaging personal transportation fleet. Th…

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