The number of boatbuilding businesses increased from 77 in 1991 to 99 in 2001. The Nova Scotia Boatbuilder’s Association estimates that this is one of the fastest growing manufacturing sectors in the province with growth in sales of 35.8% from 1995 to 2001. The NSBA research report indicates that the industry has generated average annual sales of $75 million and 1,359 person years of employment over the 1995 – 2001 period. Estimates for 2003 show sales will be $85 million and 1,656 person years of employment. The NSBA considers these estimates to be conservative.

-- Between the Land and the Sea, 2004

This section provides information about the boat builders, aquaculture sites and fish plants in Nova Scotia. Data is provided by the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture and Fisheries.