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Nova Scotia (NS)

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Abbreviation NS
Time Zone Atlantic Time (AT)
Area 55,284 square kilometers
Location On the east coast, with a mix of coastline and forests.
Topography Coastal landscapes, including the scenic Cabot Trail..
Capital Halifax
Population About 980,000 (2021)
Known For Historic sites, lobster fishing, cultural events.
Business Strength Fishing, tourism, and manufacturing.
Economy Diverse, with strengths in fisheries, tourism, and technology.
Main Cities Halifax.
Median Household Income Approximately $71,111 (2019)

FUN FACTS

  • The Bay of Fundy, known for its extreme tides, touches the northern part of Nova Scotia.
  • Peggy’s Cove is famous for its picturesque lighthouse and rocky shoreline.
  • The Cabot Trail in Cape Breton offers breathtaking views and is considered one of the world’s most scenic drives.
  • Nova Scotia is home to the world’s highest recorded tides in the Bay of Fundy.
  • The Bluenose, a famous Canadian schooner, hails from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
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