A memorandum of understanding expected to be signed between Nova Scotia, its capital city and the Port of Halifax will help meet the growing demand for modern transportation links and housing, according to the provincial government.

Few details have been released about the MOU, including how it will achieve those goals.

Public Works Minister Kim Masland was given cabinet approval earlier in the week to enter into the MOU, according to an order-in-council. That document said the MOU will allow for…