Cruise Canada New England Symposium

In June 2025, Halifax became a meeting point for the Canada–New England cruise industry as the Cruise Canada New England Symposium, hosted by Cruise Canada New England Alliance, returned to the city for only the second time in its history. More than 200 cruise line executives, itinerary planners and industry representatives gathered to strengthen connections across the region and explore opportunities for the future of cruise tourism.

The annual symposium brings together cruise lines, ports, destinations and tourism partners from across Atlantic Canada, Québec, New England and beyond to share ideas, develop strategies and showcase the region to the people shaping future cruise itineraries.

Hosting the event gave Halifax and Nova Scotia an opportunity to do more than talk about the destination: visiting cruise executives were able to experience it firsthand, with familiarization opportunities highlighting Nova Scotia ports and visitor experiences. Against the backdrop of one of Halifax’s longest-ever cruise seasons, the symposium put the city at the centre of an international conversation about collaboration, destination development and the continued growth of the Canada–New England cruise region.

Host Committee

Cruise Canada New England Halifax 2025 created opportunities to strengthen relationships with cruise lines, itinerary planners, ports, tourism partners, suppliers, and regional stakeholders. The committee’s work supported business development, sector profile, knowledge exchange, and future collaboration across an industry that delivers significant economic benefit to Halifax and Nova Scotia.