Nova Scotia is on the east coast of Canada. Halifax is the capital city of Nova Scotia and the largest city in the Atlantic Provinces. This popular tourist destination is rich in history and culture. Participants and their partners will find a variety of services and activities available during their stay in Halifax. Halifax International Airport is the main gateway for Canada's Atlantic Coast and is located 35 kilometers (21 miles) from Halifax. There are a number of direct flights to Halifax each day. It is about two hours flying from Toronto, under two hours from New York City, and just over an hour from Boston. Direct Flights From Major Centres: Canadian direct: Stephenville, NFLD, Syndey, Cape Breton, Calgary, Hamilton, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal. US direct: Detroit, New York, Boston, Newark, Orlando, St. Petersburg. International: Bermuda, London, England, and Munich through the summer months.