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Halifax through the eyes of a local Our conferences can only happen thanks to the hard work of dozens of volunteers supporting our Local Arrangements Committee (LAC). Here are three of those volunteers with reasons to love the city and recommendations you have to check out when you’re in Halifax!
Antojo Tacos + Tequila | 1667 Argyle St, Halifax, NS Halifax Waterfront & Ferry Antojo Tacos is my favourite spot to grab a bite to eat in Halifax, especially during patio season. The food and drinks are fantastic, there is a great atmosphere, and it’s conveniently located across the street from the Halifax Convention Centre. I love to follow up an evening meal with a walk on the Halifax waterfront which is beautiful all year round. When the summer weather is really nice, taking the ferry to Alderney and checking out the Dartmouth area is always a fun time.
Maddie Whitehouse, EIT Master of Science Candidate | University of New Brunswick Halifax 2025 LAC Facilities Lead
Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub | 1645 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS If you are looking for a place to grab some food or drink (Guiness anyone?) while in Halifax, Durty Nelly’s is a must for any visitors. This classic Irish Pub is a place where you can always find excellent live music, friendly staff, and two patios to choose from in the summertime. Can’t go wrong with this East Coast hospitality, and of course a fiddle every now and then!
David Copp, M.Sc.E., P.Eng. Transportation Engineer | CBCL Ltd. Halifax 2025 LAC Special Events Lead
Friendly Vibes Halifax is known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and genuinely kind people. Whether you’re grabbing a coffee, browsing a shop, or just strolling down the street, you’re likely to be greeted with a smile—or offered help if you look even slightly lost. Ask for directions, and chances are someone will not only tell you but
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walk with you part of the way. Even in traffic, drivers tend to be courteous, often waving pedestrians across and letting others merge with ease. Halifax blends urban energy with small-town friendliness, creating a city that’s easy to navigate and even easier to feel at home in.
Courtney Pyne, M.Sc.E., P.Eng. Senior Transportation Engineer - WSP Canada (on Maternity Leave) Halifax 2025 LAC Co-Chair
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