Downtown Halifax • Nova Scotia

Skye Halifax

A landmark mixed-use development transforming an entire downtown city block.

Currently under construction in the heart of Halifax, Skye Halifax is one of Atlantic Canada’s most significant urban development projects.

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Project Overview

A New Chapter for Downtown Halifax

Skye Halifax is a large-scale mixed-use development by United Gulf currently under construction in the centre of downtown Halifax.

Occupying an entire city block bounded by Hollis, Granville, and Sackville Streets, the project has been designed to introduce new homes, retail opportunities, public spaces, and pedestrian connections while strengthening the surrounding urban fabric.

As one of the largest projects in United Gulf’s portfolio, Skye Halifax represents a significant investment in the future growth, vitality, and connectivity of Halifax’s downtown core.

Conceptual renderings shown. Final design, tenants, and features are subject to change.

Skye Halifax Sackville Street and Granville Street downtown Halifax

Project Highlights

Full City Block

Occupying an entire downtown block in one of Halifax’s most prominent and connected locations.

Mixed-Use Destination

Combining residential living, retail activity, public spaces, and pedestrian connections within a unified development.

Downtown Density

Introducing significant residential density that supports long-term growth and urban vitality.

Pedestrian Connectivity

Designed to strengthen connections between major downtown streets through new publicly accessible routes and gathering spaces.

Residential

Supporting the Future of Downtown Living

Skye Halifax includes a substantial residential component designed to support a broad range of urban lifestyles.

The project incorporates both long-term and furnished residential suites, creating flexibility while contributing to a growing downtown population.

Integrated with commercial uses, amenities, and public spaces, the residential program reflects the increasing demand for walkable, connected living within Halifax’s urban core.

Commercial & Public Realm

Designed Around Activity, Connection, and Place

Skye Halifax incorporates ground-floor retail, publicly accessible spaces, and new pedestrian routes that activate the surrounding streets and enhance the downtown experience.

Key elements include commercial frontages along major streets, publicly accessible gathering spaces, and a through-block pedestrian connection designed to improve walkability and strengthen links between important downtown corridors.

Together, these features support a more active and connected public realm while creating opportunities for businesses, residents, and visitors alike.

Rendering of Skye Halifax by United Gulf Developments showing the pedestrian walkway between the two downtown streets

Urban Impact

Building for the Future of Halifax

As one of the most significant mixed-use developments currently underway in Halifax, Skye Halifax is intended to play a meaningful role in the continued evolution of the downtown core.

The project emphasizes density, connectivity, walkability, and mixed-use programming while supporting a more vibrant and active urban environment.

Through its scale, location, and design, Skye Halifax reflects a long-term vision for city-building in Halifax.

Location

At the Heart of Downtown Halifax

Skye Halifax occupies a strategic location in the centre of downtown Halifax, surrounded by major employment centres, retail destinations, entertainment venues, and the city’s waterfront.

Its central position places residents, businesses, and visitors within walking distance of many of Halifax’s most important destinations while strengthening connections throughout the urban core.

Project Status

Currently Under Construction

Construction is actively progressing at Skye Halifax as this landmark downtown development continues to take shape.

For detailed project information, plans, residential opportunities, and ongoing updates, visit the dedicated Skye Halifax website.

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Project Renderings

Skye Halifax has been designed as a transformative mixed-use development that brings new residential opportunities, commercial activity, public spaces, and pedestrian connections to the heart of downtown Halifax.

The renderings below illustrate the project’s architectural character, urban presence, and relationship to the surrounding city.

Skye Halifax rendering showing night view of two towers in downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia

Skye Halifax rendering showing the corner of Hollis and Sackville Street in Downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia

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