So get ready for the educational, cultural and recreational adventure of a lifetime. Proximity to the Atlantic ocean means that Nova Scotia's climate is moderated by the Gulf Stream, a body of warm water that flows just off the coast. The weather tends to be milder in Nova Scotia, with winters wet and rainy and summers warm but rarely hot. Known for the excellence of its academic institutions, Nova Scotia has much to offer international students. The climate is moderate, the streets are safe and clean, and the people are friendly.
Recreational opportunities abound, and the choices for quality programming are plentiful.