We are Build Nova Scotia. We oversee opportunities to transform our province’s lands and properties in ways that drive our economy forward and improve quality of life for all Nova Scotians.

We steward projects and properties that support healthy communities, build pride and momentum, and stimulate our economy. These places become a magnet for investment and create the conditions for business and community to grow.

A thriving place is a powerful thing. And for Nova Scotia’s communities to reach their full potential, they need partnership, support, and platforms for growth.

Cellular for Nova Scotia Program

The Government of Nova Scotia is taking action to improve cellular service, ensuring all Nova Scotians have access where they live, work, learn, or travel on primary roadways.

Boat Harbour

Under the direction of the Province of Nova Scotia, Build Nova Scotia has been entrusted with project management responsibilities for the planning and implementation of environmental remediation activities at Boat Harbour.

Great places are accessible and they’re connected.

We collaborate with communities to ensure projects and places that matter most to Nova Scotians are brought to life in ways that enrich their homes and lives. And we do that by working behind community to bring their vision to life in the form of facilities to enable healthy communities, waterfronts, public spaces, and platforms for business and innovation. Through the process and the outcome we’re building community, connection, and places for people to thrive.

QEII Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project

As part of More, Faster: The Action for Health Build, the QEII Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project is the largest healthcare infrastructure project considered in Nova Scotia.

Internet for Nova Scotia Initiative

Projects are nearing completion to deliver reliable, high-speed Internet access to 99.99%* of homes and businesses across the province. We believe Nova Scotia will be among the first provinces in Canada to reach this level of coverage.

Lunenburg Harbour

Peggy’s Cove Infrastructure Improvement Strategy

Build Nova Scotia worked with the community of Peggy’s Cove on an infrastructure improvement strategy.

Inclusive Language

Conversations About Inclusive Language: A Site Manual & Workbook is a guide to inclusive conversations developed for our Cape Breton construction worksites that supports conversations about equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Harbour Islands Visitor Experience Strategy

Build Nova Scotia led the development of the Visitor Experience Strategy for the Halifax Harbour Islands.

GREAT PLACES ARE BUILT FOR COMMUNITY FIRST.

We believe that the best places to visit aren’t built for the visitor. We work closely with communities to build on quality of place and develop sustainable and accessible year-round destinations. The result is plans and places that are rooted in the strengths of community. They’re created for community first but benefit the visitor, too.

GREAT PLACES BUILD ON OUR COLLECTIVE STRENGTHS AND NATURAL ASSETS.

In Nova Scotia, no one is more than 67km from the ocean. This shapes how we live, work, and play—and it guides how and what we build.

We collaborate with community and industry to develop sustainable infrastructure that support multiple businesses to thrive, grow, and innovate across high-potential land and waterfront properties.

Infrastructure Projects – Provincial Stimulus Funding

Build Nova Scotia led a series of projects with a focus on developing key waterfront infrastructure and places to support Nova Scotia’s working waterfronts and authentic destinations in economic recovery and growth.

Lunenburg Waterfront Master Plan

With community, Build Nova Scotia developed a 5-year master plan for Lunenburg’s Working Waterfront.

News

Lunenburg Waterfront – Zwicker Building and Mill Building Requests for Information

March 5, 2025—Build Nova Scotia is looking to determine potential uses for the Zwicker Building and Mill Building in Lunenburg as part of its manageme…

March 5, 2025—Build Nova Scotia is looking to determine potential uses for the Zwicker Building and Mill Building in Lunenburg as part of its management of provincial properties on the working waterfront. These Requests fo…