The short version
Halifax had 439,819 residents in 2021, up 9.1% in five years. There is no NHL team in the Maritimes, so Halifax viewers follow teams from across the country, and the time switch shows every game in Atlantic time. Nova Scotia's 14% HST is already in the price.
- Population 2021: 439,819
- Nova Scotia HST: 14% since April 1, 2025
- Population, 2021
- 439,819Census, Statistics Canada
- Growth, 2016 to 2021
- 9.1%
- Nearest NHL team
- —No NHL team in the province
- Sales tax
- 14% HST (since April 1, 2025): already in our prices
| Mother tongue | People | Share of the city | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| French | 13,915 | 3.2% | French channels |
| Arabic | 8,590 | 2% | Arabic channels |
| Mandarin | 6,355 | 1.5% | Chinese channels |
| Punjabi | 3,755 | 0.9% | South Asian channels |
| Tagalog | 2,930 | 0.7% | Filipino channels |
| Hindi | 2,485 | 0.6% | South Asian channels |
Source: Statistics Canada, tables 98-10-0002-01 and 98-10-0180-01 (2021 Census), single and multiple responses.
Which NHL team do Halifax fans follow?
All of them: the Leafs, Canadiens and Bruins have big followings. National games on Sportsnet cover most of them.
Premier League before breakfast?
Saturday 7:30 am Eastern kick-offs are 8:30 am in Halifax.
Questions people ask
Is there a local team?
No NHL team; the Halifax Mooseheads play in the QMJHL.
What tax is included?
14% HST.
Does it work in Dartmouth?
Yes. Dartmouth is part of the Halifax municipality.
Sources, checked November 2, 2026
- Canada Revenue Agency, HST rates, November 2, 2026
See also
- Nova ScotiaNova Scotia had 969,383 people in 2021.
- Premier LeagueFubo Canada holds exclusive rights to all 380 Premier League matches, under a multi-year deal that began in 2025-26 and runs through 2027-28.
- NHLFrom 2026-27 Rogers' Sportsnet holds national NHL rights in Canada for 12 years, a deal reported at C$11 billion.