Halifax ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Halifax
4.3
Overall attractiveness of Halifax
3 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in HalifaxNightlife
3.7
Friendliness of locals
4.7
Interesing things to do
4.3
Geographic setting
5.0
Public transport
4.3
Climate
4.7
Cleanliness
4.7
Affordability
4.0
Shopping
4.3
Safety
4.0
Information about Halifax
Why Halifax? Halifax, set on a steep and spatulate promontory beside one of the world´s finest harbours, has become the focal point of the Maritimes, the region´s financial, educational and transportation centre, whose metropolitan population of over 300,000 makes it three times the size of its nearest rival, New Brunswick´s Saint John.
Key Facts about Halifax
Population: M
440,000
Time zone: +6h. (GMT -4)
Region: Nova Scotia,
Currency: CAD (1 CAD = 0.0000 USD)
Visa: You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions. Fees will be applicable to enter the country. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Canada in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Canada on the official website - Government of Canada.
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
- Price index excluding rent: 79* (21% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 54* (46% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:83* (17% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Canada average):
0.00 C$ (2% more expensive than in USA)
Mains electricity:
- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Arrival airport
Halifax Stanfield International (YHZ) - 26 km. from Halifax city center
Public transportation to city center:
Taxi: 30 minutes drive to city center of Halifax
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