Screenshot of the The Coast website
The Coast is an independent media organization based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, founded in 1993. The publication covers local news, politics, arts, music, food, culture, and community life in the Halifax region. It publishes journalism, event listings, reviews, and features through digital and print platforms. The Coast has a long history as an alternative publication serving Halifax audiences.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Halifax, Canada
Year the organization
started publishing:
1993
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
Halifax, Nova Scotia

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Technology
Lifestyle
Health and well-being
Entertainment and culture
Economy and finance
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Social media platforms
Print
YouTube
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Tiktok

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
2
Founders:
Christine Oreskovich and Kyle Shaw
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Grants
Advertising
Audience support / reader revenue
Grants from local and national government, and other connected governmental institutions or entities
Google Adsense
Local advertising sold by own team
Event sponsorships
Website subscriptions
Individual donations
Event ticket sales
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Advertising

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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