Millbrook First Nation is seeking a lead developer to promote and oversee the construction of the Scotiaport inland shipping terminal.
The project represents a significant push for economic development and job creation within the Millbrook community. By establishing a logistics hub, the nation aims to leverage its geographic position to attract industry and long-term employment opportunities.
The proposed terminal will be located in Onslow, Nova Scotia, on a parcel of land spanning 800 hectares [1]. This site is strategically positioned along the CN rail line, which is critical for the movement of freight and the efficiency of inland shipping operations.
Millbrook First Nation is pursuing this development in partnership with Endurance Equities, a firm headquartered in Edmonton. The partnership is designed to bring together local community leadership and external investment expertise to move the long-discussed project forward.
The search for a lead developer is the next step in advancing the terminal's build-out. This role will involve managing the promotion of the site and overseeing the physical construction of the facility to ensure it meets the logistical needs of the region.
Developing the 800-hectare site [1] is expected to transform the local landscape into a hub for transport and distribution. The initiative is intended to create a sustainable economic engine for the community by integrating rail and road logistics.
“Millbrook First Nation is seeking a lead developer to promote and oversee the construction of the Scotiaport inland shipping terminal.”
The search for a lead developer signals a transition from the planning phase to active execution for the Scotiaport project. By partnering with an Edmonton-based firm and targeting a site along a major CN rail line, Millbrook First Nation is attempting to integrate its local land assets into the broader North American supply chain, potentially shifting the regional economic balance toward Indigenous-led infrastructure.
