The Halifax Chamber strengthens your voice in front of all levels of government. We express your concerns to influence policy and increase economic prosperity in Halifax. We work with business associations and economic development organizations in the region to ensure a united business community. We believe when we work together, we make Halifax a better place to do business.
Get engaged in our advocacy efforts.
Experiencing red tape issues? Have a concern about the City’s commercial taxes?
Some of what we do
Tax burden reduction
We champion the reduction of the tax burden for our members. Did you know Nova Scotia pays the highest personal and commercial taxes in Canada?
Frictionless business environment
Reducing red tape and implementing common sense regulations will allow Halifax to become the best city in Canada to do business.
Optimize size of government
We believe we can lower taxes in Nova Scotia through government cost reduction and optimizing the size of government.
Experiencing an issue with red tape? Taxes? Tell us about it below.
How we advocate on your behalf
Non-partisan policy
The Halifax Chamber is non-partisan and committed to improving the business environment for our members.
Business Community Partnerships
The Halifax business community is a supportive, inclusive environment. We recognize each other's strengths and gaps. We can take the lead or a supportive role in joint projects with other business advocacy organizations.
Positive Government Relations (all three levels)
We work closely with government to ensure our members' voices are heard at the municipal, provincial and federal level.
We listen to our Members
We want to hear from you on issues facing your business.
Advocacy in Business Voice
Business Voice magazine reaches a broad audience and allows us to communicate our advocacy efforts to our members. Keep an eye out for the 'Working for You' section, where our Policy Analyst researches issues affecting our members.
From the President
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Strengthening community
February 1, 2023
Celebrating and honouring African Heritage Month in Halifax
Cover story
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“Stronger Workplaces for Nova Scotia Act” aims to modernize worker protection laws
Questions or concerns?
If you would like to talk about issues in your workplace, or have any questions on policy, contact our Vice President, Policy, Kent Roberts.
