Downtown Halifax, Where the Maritimes Meet the World
Contact UsAbout DHBC
The Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) is the voice and resource centre for the businesses residing in the central business district of Halifax, Nova Scotia. The DHBC runs many programs, events, and marketing initiatives to make Downtown Halifax a better place to live, work and play.
Our Mission
The Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) exists to make Downtown Halifax a great place to live, work and play through:
- improving business conditions
- promoting economic development
- supporting the common business interests
- creating a positive image
Who & How We Serve
The Downtown Halifax Business Commission represents businesses located in the area between the Halifax Waterfront and Brunswick Street, and between the Cogswell Interchange and the south end of Barrington Street. There are approximately 1,800 businesses within the geographic area. By virtue of being in the Downtown area, all these businesses, both property owners and tenants, are members of DHBC. The DHBC gives its membership a collective voice at the table on all major issues concerning Downtown Halifax, including Downtown development, heritage preservation, in the Mayor's office, in the Premier's office, the media and with other stakeholders. DHBC is a collective voice of 1,800 strong, focused on Downtown Halifax. 
DHBC Annual Report Each year, the Downtown Halifax Business Commission publishes an annual report to detail our year's activities and accomplishments. View the 2008 Annual Report
