Berths in Halifax
Docks, rates, pilotage and entry rules for yachts that come to Halifax.
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Docks on the Halifax waterfront
Build Nova Scotia says berths at the Halifax waterfront take all sizes of watercraft, from under 50 ft to superyachts. It manages around 3,000 linear feet of docks, some of it commercial.
| Dock | Length | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cunard Seawall | 200 ft (60.9 m) | Seawall |
| Maritime Museum Wharf | 320 ft (103.6 m) | |
| Garrison Pier, McNabs Island | 150 ft (45 m) | Floating dock |
| Foundation Wharf, Salt Yard area | About 700 ft (213 m) | Seawall and floating dock |
| Queen's Marque Wharf, north | 90 ft (27 m) | Floating dock |
| Rise Again Wharf | 300 ft (91 m) | Floating dock |
| South Battery Pier, near Bishop's Landing | 520 ft (158.5 m) | Floating dock |
| Tall Ships Quay | 350 ft (106.6 m) | Seawall |
Source: Build Nova Scotia. Dockwalk lists the marina at 1751 Lower Water Street, Halifax B3J 1S5.
Rates per foot
Build Nova Scotia rates for overnight berths. HST is added.
| Vessel length | Rate |
|---|---|
| Under 50 ft | CAD 2.50 per ft plus HST |
| 50 to 80 ft | CAD 3.50 per ft plus HST |
| Over 80 ft | CAD 5.00 per ft plus HST |
Marina office
Services and rules
Harbour rules
Halifax Traffic
Boaters Guide, April 2021: Halifax Traffic is on VHF 12 or 902-426-9750. VHF 68 is for yacht clubs and marinas. Monitor VHF 16 and 9.
6 knots near the shore
Boaters Guide, April 2021: the limit is 6 knots (11 km/hr) within 100 m (328 ft) of the waterfront and throughout the Northwest Arm. Pumping black or grey water in Halifax Harbour is not allowed.
Pleasure craft over 500 GT
The General Pilotage Regulations include a Halifax compulsory pilotage area. Pleasure craft of more than 500 gross tonnage are subject to compulsory pilotage. Pleasure craft of 500 gross tonnage or less not registered in Canada are not. The Atlantic Pilotage Authority owns and operates the pilot boats in Halifax.
Clearance and foreign yachts
Reporting on arrival
The CBSA private boats page says a boat can only enter Canada at an open designated marine reporting site. With fewer than 30 passengers, the operator reports by telephone at a telephone reporting site (1-888-226-7277) or in person at a site staffed by the CBSA. Groups of 30 or more cannot be cleared by telephone and must notify the CBSA in writing at least 72 hours before arriving in Canadian waters.
Temporary importation
A foreign vessel must leave by the declared date, or within 12 months of importation, whichever is earlier. Canadian residents may not use it, and it may not be used for commercial purposes. Check the rules for your passport.
Coasting trade
Transport Canada says operating a vessel for pleasure is not coasting trade. A pleasure craft may have guests onboard if it is used exclusively for pleasure with no profit or remuneration. Questions: tc.coastingtrade-cabotage.tc@tc.gc.ca.
Sources. Checked 8 November 2026.
- Build Nova Scotia: Halifax waterfront marina
- Build Nova Scotia: Halifax berthing pass
- Build Nova Scotia: marina rules, April 2026
- Halifax Boaters Guide, April 2021
- Dockwalk Superports: Halifax Marina
- General Pilotage Regulations (SOR/2000-132)
- Atlantic Pilotage Authority: FAQ
- CBSA: private boats
- CBSA: foreign recreational boaters
- Transport Canada: coasting trade guidance library
- Survival Systems Training: STCW Basic Safety
- Survival Systems Training: STCW Basic Safety refresher
- Survival Systems Training: contact
- Halifax International Boat Show
- Halifax Stanfield: airport facts
- Environment and Climate Change Canada: climate normals, Shearwater A
- US National Hurricane Center: climatology
- UKSA annual superyacht salary guide 2025
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