Executive Director, Planning and Development

Help Shape One of Canada’s Fastest‑Growing Regions

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is a vibrant, diverse, and forward‑looking municipality that serves as the economic, cultural, and educational hub of Atlantic Canada. Home to more than half a million residents across over 200 communities, the Halifax region combines urban energy, suburban growth, rural character, and over 400 km of coastline to create an exceptional quality of life. HRM is experiencing one of the most sustained periods of population and development growth in its history. As the region evolves toward a future of greater density, mobility, and complexity, the importance of thoughtful, credible planning leadership has never been greater.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HRM’s planning and development mandate, translating Council direction and legislative frameworks into clear, implementable strategies that advance sustainable growth.
• Advance major community‑building initiatives, i...

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