In 2019, a series of stakeholder consultations were held to help ensure that design of the Maritime Health Atlas meets the needs of the health community and a broad range of potential users. Representatives from several universities, non-governmental organizations, health authorities and others were consulted between July 22 and July 29, 2019. These initial consultations identified a need to consult with the NS Community Health Boards (CHBs), which led to a further meeting on November 29, 2019.