Nova Scotia is a province located in eastern Canada, along the country's Atlantic coastline. It is part of the Maritime Provinces and lies southeast of Nova Scotia and east of Prince Edward Island. The province consists of a mainland peninsula and Cape Breton Island, extending into the North Atlantic Ocean. Nova Scotia is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and the Bay of Fundy. It shares its western land connection with Nova Scotia through the Isthmus of Chignecto. Halifax, the provincial capital, is an important coastal city and transportation centre. Nova Scotia is known for its beautiful coastline and maritime heritage.
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Province of Nova Scotia |
| State | Nova Scotia |
| Country | Canada |
| Founded / Established | 1621 |
| Organized | 1758 |
| Population | Approximately 1.1 million (2026 estimate) |
| Area | 55,490 km² |
| Time Zone | Atlantic Standard Time (UTC−4) |
| ZIP Codes | Postal codes beginning with B |
| Area Codes | 902, 782 |
| Known For | Fishing, seafood, lighthouses, coastal scenery and maritime history |
| Major Airport | Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) |
| Climate | Maritime climate |
| Nickname | Canada's Ocean Playground |
| Major Highways | Highways 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 111 and 125 |
| Nearby Counties | 18 counties within Nova Scotia |
| Major Attractions | Peggy's Cove, Cabot Trail, Halifax Citadel, Lunenburg, Bay of Fundy and Cape Breton Highlands National Park |