COVE
Location
27 Parker Street, Dartmouth, NS
Partners
Build Nova Scotia, The Institute for Ocean Research Enterprise (IORE), Innovacorp, Nova Scotia, Community College, Dalhousie University, Invest Nova Scotia, Science and Economic Development Canada, Irving Shipbuilding
Contact
This project is complete.
ABOUT
COVE is Canada’s leading marine technology hub, located at the North Atlantic gateway. We accelerate innovation from seabed to space by turning prototypes into mission-ready, dual-use solutions through real-world testing, commercialization support, and access to critical infrastructure. By driving breakthroughs in defence, energy, and climate sectors, COVE helps ventures grow into sustainable businesses, builds the talent needed for success, and strengthens Canada’s security, economy, and global leadership in marine technology.
Learn more at coveocean.com.
BACKGROUND
Located in the former Canadian Coast Guard facility on Halifax Harbour, the official launch COVE took place in 2018 with a variety of industry, partners and tenants on hand.
The site features extensive marine facilities, including two large deep-water piers, offices, an incubator (Start-Up Yard), shops, and labs, serving as a major hub for ocean technology innovation with deep-water access, industrial power, and support for marine businesses. COVE is a certified Green Marine facility.
The Colin MacLean Hall at COVE was dedicated in memory of the late Colin MacLean. This marine technology hub grew from a vision inspired by the former Waterfront Development president and key leader in driving NSCC’s evolution to becoming a modern post-secondary institution.