MEC Halifax Store
Learn about Halifax's Green Building Systems.
MEC reached the shores of the Atlantic in 2001, when we celebrated the opening of our Halifax store. To minimize the store's environmental impact, most of the existing building was preserved and the use of new materials limited.
Address
1550 Granville Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 1X1. View map
Telephone
902.421.2667
Manager: Mike Cogdon
Regular Hours of Operation
Monday to Wednesday: 9:30am – 7:00pm
Thursday and Friday: 9:30am – 9:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday: closed
We've gone bag-free.
Don't forget your reusable bags.
Directions
GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 44° 38' 43'' N
Longitude: 63° 34' 20'' W
You can reach the store by bike. There is a bike rack and we have several locks you can borrow free of charge.
Halifax Bike Paths
Please visit the Halifax Metro Transit website for bus schedules, route maps, and fare information. Or call 902.490.4000.
Halifax Metro Transit
MEC Halifax has partnered with Metropark to make your parking more affordable. Show us a current (day of) receipt and we'll give you a $1 coupon toward parking at Metropark (at the bottom of Blowers Street). For details call the store at 902.421.2667.
This is a small MEC store. We do not have a full product assortment. Please phone us to ensure we have the products you are looking for, or check stock levels online.
Store Services
Our bike shops can provide any repair from minor service, like installing fenders, to a deluxe overhaul. If you're not sure what kind of work your bike needs, bring it in for a free safety inspection. Our mechanics will inspect it, consult with you, and if it needs service, determine the best package value for your bike's condition.
Call the store to set up a shop visit. A tune-up may take two to four business days. Minor repairs can be done while you shop.
Tune-up packages and service prices
Looking for a reliable place to get your skis or snowboard serviced? Look no further - our store offers professional ski shop services and competitive rates.
Want to take a trip, but don't want to invest in all the gear? We rent tents, sleeping bags, and much more. Please be aware that MEC Halifax offers a limited selection of rental gear compared to larger MEC stores. For information please call us at 902.421.2667.
Rental information page
MEC is a member-owned co-operative striving for social and environmental leadership. Our purpose is to support people in achieving the benefit of wilderness-oriented recreation. Part of our vision is to inspire action for a healthy planet. We seek to support organizations with similar goals through our Community Contributions programs.
See our Community Contributions programs for details.
Apply for support
For local outdoor clubs and environmental non-profits, in-store display space can be booked by contacting Christine Krochak. We also have a self-serve community board for local event information, educational courses,
gear swap info, and outdoor adventure and travel information brochures.
The Halifax store welcomes proposals of creative ways that MEC can support the efforts of like-minded non-profit groups. Pick up a display criteria sheet at the Member Service Desk, or contact Christine Krochak with your request.
Is your group interested in learning about outdoor gear, trip planning, corporate responsibility or environmental sustainability practices? We do customized lectures and tours of our store.
If your organization encourages self-propelled activities or wilderness access and conservation and would be interested in promoting your organization's activities to our membership please call 902.421.2667.
Complete a survey at Member Service Desk and you'll be entered in a draw for a $50 gift card. You must be a member to enter the draw.
Recycling
We will recycle batteries that were bought at our store. You can drop them off at our Member Service Desk and we'll take care of them, but please don't bring any that are broken or corroded.
For safety, please cover the battery terminals with a piece of tape before putting them in the recycling bins.
Read about recycling batteries
At present we are unable to recycle fuel canisters. For more information on where they can be recycled contact your municipal recycling department.
