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Bill MacAvoy

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Executive Director at UDI Nova Scotia
📍 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Bill MacAvoy is a leader in Atlantic Canadas commercial real estate sector with over 25 years of experience. He holds dual roles as Executive Director of UDI Nova Scotia and Executive Vice Chair at Cushman & Wakefield | Atlantic. He holds an MBA from Saint Marys University and a B.Sc. from Dalhousie University.

He is deeply invested in his community, having previously served as board chair for Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia. He actively participates in public discussions on regional growth and development, engaging with local business leaders and government stakeholders to shape the future of Halifax and the province.

He simultaneously leads a major commercial real estate brokerage and an urban development institute focused on public policy.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Executive Director
Job Level
Senior
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Commercial Real Estate
A 25-year veteran and market leader in Atlantic Canada, with extensive experience in brokerage, asset management, and transactions across all major property types.
Urban Development Policy
As Executive Director of UDI Nova Scotia, he facilitates dialogue between the development community and regulatory authorities to optimize policy for sustainable growth.
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Career

Work history

8-2026
Executive Director
UDI Nova Scotia
1-2026
Executive Vice Chair
Cushman & Wakefield | Atlantic
12-2008 - 12-2025
Managing Director
Cushman & Wakefield | Atlantic
Office Leasing Advisor
CBRE
Manager, Real Estate
Emera
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Media appearances

UDI Executive Director Announcement. Featured in UDI Nova Scotia
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Education
1993 - 1995
MBA
Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary's University
1988 - 1993
B.Sc. (Hons)
Dalhousie University
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