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AR & VR Development Company in Halifax

Halifax is Atlantic Canada's tech hub, with a booming ocean technology sector and major defence contracts. The city's universities (Dalhousie, SMU) produce top engineering talent, and its startup ecosystem is one of the fastest-growing in Canada. We help Halifax businesses build world-class software.

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Apps Shipped
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App Store Avg
15+
Atlantic Projects
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Client Retention

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300+
Apps Shipped
4.9★
App Store Avg
15+
Atlantic Projects
98%
Client Retention
What We Build

AR & VR Development Services We Offer in Halifax

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Mobile AR & WebAR Experiences

Build augmented reality experiences that run on smartphones and web browsers. From product visualization and try-before-you-buy features to AR navigation and interactive marketing campaigns, we create AR solutions that drive engagement and sales without requiring app downloads.

ARKitARCore8th WallWebXRThree.js
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VR Applications & Training Simulations

Develop fully immersive virtual reality applications for Meta Quest, Apple Vision Pro, and PC VR headsets. We specialize in VR training simulations, virtual showrooms, architectural walkthroughs, and interactive 3D experiences that reduce training costs and boost engagement.

UnityUnreal EngineMeta QuestApple Vision ProSteamVR
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WebXR & Browser-Based 3D

Create interactive 3D and XR experiences accessible directly through web browsers without any app downloads or installations.

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Apple Vision Pro Development

Build spatial computing apps for Apple Vision Pro with visionOS using SwiftUI, RealityKit, and immersive space environments.

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Industrial AR Solutions

Deploy AR for manufacturing, maintenance, and field service with real-time overlays, remote assistance, and step-by-step guided instructions.

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3D Product Configurators

Create interactive 3D product viewers and configurators for e-commerce that let customers customize and visualize products in their space.

Local Advantage

Why Halifax Businesses Choose AR & VR Development

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Ocean Technology Leader

Halifax leads global ocean tech innovation. We build maritime monitoring systems, aquaculture management apps, and marine data platforms.

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Defence & Shipbuilding

Irving Shipbuilding and the Canadian Navy drive demand for secure, mission-critical software. We build defence-grade applications.

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Education & Research

Dalhousie and SMU need edtech platforms, research tools, and student engagement apps. We build them with accessibility-first design.

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Healthcare Innovation

Atlantic Canada's healthcare system is going digital. We build telemedicine apps, patient portals, and clinical data systems.

Halifax Sector Focus

AR & VR Development for the industries Halifax actually runs on

AR & VR Development in Halifax runs into a different set of constraints than it does elsewhere in Nova Scotia. The local economy leans on Ocean Tech, Defence, Education, Healthcare and Tourism, and each of those carries its own regulatory, operational and seasonal realities that shape what gets built and how it gets delivered. Below is how we approach AR / VR for each of them, with a delivery model built around Halifax clients.

Ocean Tech

AR / VR for Halifax's Ocean Tech sector

Bridge simulation, dive and ROV training, and vessel walkthroughs for crews who cannot practise on the real asset.

Defence

AR / VR for Halifax's Defence sector

Emergency-response training and public consultation visualisation that lets residents see a proposal before it is built.

Education

AR / VR for Halifax's Education sector

Lab simulations and immersive modules that give students access to equipment the institution cannot afford to buy.

Healthcare

AR / VR for Halifax's Healthcare sector

Surgical and clinical simulation, patient education and rehabilitation programmes with measurable adherence.

Tourism

AR / VR for Halifax's Tourism sector

Virtual destination previews that convert browsers into bookings, and on-site AR guides that work without a data plan.

Our Process

Our AR & VR Development Process

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Concept & Feasibility

1-2 Weeks

We define the AR/VR experience, select target platforms and devices, assess technical feasibility, and create a detailed project plan.

Concept Design DocumentPlatform RecommendationTechnical Feasibility ReportProject Scope & Timeline
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3D Design & Storyboarding

2-4 Weeks

Create 3D assets, environment designs, interaction patterns, and storyboards that map out the complete user journey through the experience.

3D Asset LibraryEnvironment DesignsInteraction StoryboardsUX Flow Diagrams
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Development & Integration

6-10 Weeks

Build the AR/VR experience with optimized 3D rendering, spatial interactions, physics, audio, and any required backend integrations.

Working PrototypeOptimized 3D AssetsInteraction SystemBackend Integration
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Testing & Optimization

2-3 Weeks

Device-specific testing, performance optimization for target hardware, comfort testing (motion sickness prevention), and usability evaluation.

Device Test ReportsPerformance BenchmarksComfort AssessmentUsability Findings
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Deployment & Launch

1-2 Weeks

Deploy to app stores, configure WebAR hosting, set up analytics tracking, and provide training materials for your team.

Store SubmissionsWebAR Hosting SetupAnalytics ConfigurationUser Guide & Training
Technology

Technologies We Use

Best-in-class tools chosen for performance, reliability, and long-term maintainability.

AR Platforms
ARKitARCore8th WallVuforiaSpark AR
VR & Game Engines
UnityUnreal EngineGodotMeta SDKSteamVR
Web 3D & XR
Three.jsWebXRBabylon.jsA-FrameReact Three Fiber
3D Tools & Assets
BlenderMayaSubstance PainterMixamoSketchfab
Portfolio

Projects We've Built for Nova Scotia Clients

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Technology

Enterprise SaaS Platform

End-to-end platform serving 10,000+ users across the province.

10x faster workflows
Retail

E-Commerce Mobile App

High-conversion shopping experience with real-time inventory sync.

340% ROI in 6 months
Healthcare

Healthcare Dashboard

HIPAA-compliant analytics platform for patient data management.

98% uptime SLA
Testimonials

What Halifax Clients Say

Our maritime monitoring app tracks 500+ vessels in real-time. Mapletech's backend architecture handles the data load flawlessly.

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Emily MacDonald
CTO, OceanTrack Systems

The patient portal now serves 30,000+ Nova Scotians. Fully bilingual and PHIA-compliant. Mapletech understood our regulatory needs perfectly.

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John Murphy
Founder, Halifax HealthTech

The research data platform Mapletech built accelerated our analysis pipeline by 5x. Publication-ready visualizations out of the box.

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Dr. Anya Petrova
Lead Researcher, Dalhousie Research Lab
Investment

AR & VR Development Costs in Halifax

Transparent pricing with fixed-price sprints. No hidden fees, ever.

Starter / MVP
$3,500 - $10,000
Single platform AR/VR experience
Up to 5 interactive scenes
Basic 3D asset creation
Analytics integration
30 days post-launch support
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Growth
$10,000 - $25,000
Multi-platform deployment
Custom 3D environments & assets
Advanced interactions & physics
Backend integration & CMS
90 days support & updates
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Enterprise
$25,000 - $60,000+
Large-scale VR training platform
Multiplayer / collaborative XR
Custom hardware integration
Enterprise deployment & MDM
Ongoing content creation & support
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About AR & VR Development in Halifax

AR/VR development in Halifax, Nova Scotia ranges from $3,500 for a simple AR experience to $60,000+ for enterprise VR training platforms. The cost depends on the platform, content complexity, number of scenes, and 3D asset requirements. We provide detailed estimates after an initial consultation.

Businesses in Halifax, Nova Scotia across real estate (virtual tours), retail (virtual try-on), manufacturing (AR training), healthcare (surgical simulation), education (immersive learning), and marketing (interactive campaigns) are leveraging AR/VR to gain competitive advantages.

Most AR experiences we build for Halifax businesses run on standard smartphones using the built-in camera. WebAR solutions work directly in mobile browsers without any app download. For VR, users need a headset like Meta Quest, though WebVR can provide basic experiences in a browser.

Yes, our Halifax, Nova Scotia team develops spatial computing apps for Apple Vision Pro using visionOS, SwiftUI, and RealityKit. We build immersive experiences, 3D content viewers, and productivity tools that take advantage of Vision Pro's unique spatial interaction capabilities.

A simple AR filter or product viewer takes 4-6 weeks. Complex VR training simulations take 4-8 months. Our Halifax, Nova Scotia team delivers in iterative milestones so you can experience progress and provide feedback throughout development.

Yes, AR has been proven to increase conversion rates by 40% and reduce return rates by 25% for retail businesses. In Halifax, Nova Scotia, we help businesses implement AR try-on, product placement, and visualization features that directly impact revenue.

Yes, our Halifax team includes 3D artists who create optimized models, textures, and animations for AR/VR experiences. We use Blender, Maya, and Substance Painter to produce photorealistic or stylized assets that perform well on target hardware.

We work across Halifax's core sectors — Ocean Tech, Defence, Education, Healthcare and Tourism. Each one needs something different from AR / VR: ocean tech work centres on bridge simulation, while defence work centres on emergency-response training and public consultation visualisation that lets resi. We scope against the sector, not against a generic template.

Yes. We run Halifax projects with remote-first delivery and travel in for kickoffs, major reviews and launch support. Working hours are aligned to Nova Scotia, so you are not waiting overnight for answers, and the same engineers stay on the project throughout.

Engagements typically start in the $3,500 - $10,000 range for a starter / mvp scope, and pricing is the same wherever you are in Canada — there is no Halifax premium. We begin with concept & feasibility (1-2 Weeks) and finish at deployment & launch. You get a fixed scope and timeline in writing before any build work starts.

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Create immersive augmented and virtual reality experiences that transform how your customers interact with your brand. Our Halifax, Nova Scotia team builds cutting-edge AR/VR solutions for training, marketing, real estate, and entertainment.

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