Nova Scotia sees busiest 1st quarter on record for housing starts

Construction crews started work on more new housing units in Nova Scotia in the first three months of 2024 than during any first quarter on record. Experts say it's a good sign, but building rates need to increase further to accommodate the province's growing population.

Nova Scotia sees busiest 1st quarter on record for housing starts
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Construction crews started work on more new housing units in Nova Scotia in the first three months of 2024 than during any first quarter on record. Experts say it's a good sign, but building rates need to increase further to accommodate the province's growing population.