Nova Scotia Energy Sector Capabilities

Nova Scotia's modern energy sector was born roughly 40 years ago with the drilling of the first offshore well near Sable Island.

Since then, 44.5 million barrels of oil, and 2.1 trillion cubic feet of gas has been produced with more than 22 new oil and gas hot spots being discovered.

Nova Scotia's engineers, builders, scientists, educators and entrepreneurs have been there from the very start as partners, researchers, suppliers and service providers in the areas of drilling, structural design, project management and quality control.

Nova Scotia's labour force has a full range of certifications, with high-quality work that easily meets international industry standards.

In addition, Nova Scotia has multiple support facilities, machine shops and fabrication yards, including a common-user dock and laydown facility.

To add to high product and service standards, Nova Scotia is perfectly positioned to serve North America, Europe, and the world by land, rail, sea and air.

Large, modern highways, double-stacked rail container service, a natural gas pipeline to the eastern seaboard, and a 24-hour international airport with a US customs pre-clearance facility mean rapid and reliable two-way transportation of people and products.

Nova Scotia is also rapidly developing a global reputation for quality training and accreditation programs and facilities.

Students come to sharpen their skills in programs such as geology, petroleum operations, electrical technologies, marine trades and offshore safety and survival training.

Organizations also offer leading-edge, customized training to the oil and gas industry.

To build capacity, Nova Scotia institutions have partnered with energy giants EnCana, Shell, Pengrowth, and ExxonMobil.