- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Types of eligible projects
- Technology
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
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Nova Scotia Business Grants and Funding in 2026
An overview of the main grants and funding opportunities available to Nova Scotia businesses in 2026.
356 programs
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceResearchers And FacilitiesClosedPlanning Assistance Program
Funding for sport and recreation facility planning- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Types of eligible projects
- Construction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedPlanning New Opportunities Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP), Finance and Treasury Board (NS)Business planning support for Nova Scotia agriculture- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Types of eligible projects
- Business Buyout
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
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Researchers And FacilitiesClosedProductivity and Innovation Voucher Program
Support for innovation projects with post-secondary partners- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationTechnologyCommercialization
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedQuebec–Nova Scotia Project Call
Joint Quebec–Nova Scotia initiatives for the Canadian Francophonie- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
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- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingPartnering and CollaborationClosedRediscover Main Streets
Community funding for vibrant main streets- Eligible Funding
- From $25,000 to $500,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationCommercialization
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOther SupportClosedRegional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF)
Liquidity support for Atlantic Canadian businesses affected by COVID-19- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedSeafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies with market-focused projects- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
- Types of eligible projects
- Innovation
- Legal Structure
- Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
NS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program
Supports seafood market access through food safety support- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
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Small-Scale Food and Beverage Processing Equipment Program
Supports small-scale food and beverage equipment purchases in Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
- Types of eligible projects
- Technology
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
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Grant and FundingPartnering and CollaborationClosedSolicited call for funding to support airport orientation and community-based services under the Migrant Worker Support Program
Funding for migrant worker support services- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Public or Parapublic institution, Non-profit
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- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Strategic Development Initiative
Heritage funding for Nova Scotia organizations- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NS, Canada - Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Student Summer Skills Incentive
Wage support for summer student hiring- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,600 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Types of eligible projects
- TechnologyHuman Resources
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise
- Timeline
- Open Date : December 15, 2026 · Closing date : January 31, 2027
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Grant and FundingClosedSustainable Communities Challenge Fund
Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities, Government of Nova Scotia (SCCF), Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund (SCCF)Funding for local climate action in Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- From $75,000 to $1,000,000 · Up to 80% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NS, Canada- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Types of eligible projects
- Technology
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedThe John Bragg Award for Atlantic Canada
Funding for Atlantic Canadian history projects- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Types of eligible projects
- Construction and Renovation CommercializationDigital Transformation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative
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- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Types of eligible projects
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- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
- Types of eligible projects
- Digital Transformation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
NS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Growth Program in Atlantic Canada
Supports Atlantic Canadian tourism projects and year-round experiences- Eligible Funding
- Up to 15% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Supports tourism adaptation and recovery- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateCommercialization
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedTown of Antigonish — Community Grant Program
Funding for community groups and local housing projects- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration), Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Construction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
Antigonish, NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedUnited Way of Central New Brunswick - United Way Maritimes Operational and Program Funding
Two-year community funding for social impact- Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $40,000
- Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
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Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedUnpuzzling: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation (Atlantic Companies Only)
Support for sustainable food manufacturing improvements- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and Climate
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedValue-adding Equipment Program
Funding for agricultural and agri-food businesses in Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Types of eligible projects
- Commercialization
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
NS, Canada- Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Veterinary Student Placement Program
Support for veterinary student placements in rural Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $6,000
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Types of eligible projects
- Human Resources
NS, Canada 
- Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $3,500 · Up to 100% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NS, Canada- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
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Wine and Grape Industry Development Program
Funding for Nova Scotia wine and grape businesses- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationEnvironment and ClimateCommercializationDigital Transformation
NS, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedWorkplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive
Supports workforce development and productivity in Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $100,000 · Up to 75% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NS, Canada- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedYouth Climate Action Fund
Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact Fund (HCi3), Bloomberg Philanthropies, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)Micro-grants for youth climate projects- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Construction, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationEnvironment and Climate
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Halifax, NS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedAquaculture Loan Program
Loan for aquaculture businesses in Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Types of eligible projects
- Business Buyout
- Legal Structure
- Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
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Grant and FundingUnknownHeavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR)
Supports specialized emergency response teams for urban disaster management- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,250,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Construction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Public or Parapublic institution
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Regional Defence Investment Initiative in Atlantic Canada
Funding for defence supply chain integration in Atlantic Canada- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationTechnologyCommercialization
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Expert AdviceUnknown
ACOA Business Information Services — Newfoundland and Labrador
Free bilingual business information and referrals- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Expert AdviceUnknown
ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia
Free bilingual business guidance and referrals- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Business BuyoutCommercialization
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Expert AdviceUnknown
ACOA Business Information Services — Prince Edward Island
Business guidance and referral support for entrepreneurs- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingUnknownApply to receive financial assistance to help cover expenses during apprenticeship technical training
Financial support for apprenticeship training expenses- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Digital Transformation
NS, Canada
Other SupportUnknownAtlantic Chamber of Commerce — Member Benefits Program
Member-to-member business deals and perks- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada- Expert AdviceUnknown
CBDC Self Employment Assistance (Atlantic Region)
Support for unemployed Atlantic Canadians to launch a business- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- Sole proprietorship
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingUnknown
Civil Forfeiture Grant Program
Funding for crime prevention and victim support projects- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Innovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NS, Canada 
Grant and FundingUnknownComfort Centres and Reception Centres/Shelters Funding Policy
Funding for emergency shelter and comfort centre upgrades- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Construction and Renovation
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Grant and FundingUnknownCommercialization, Consulting and Mentoring
Money for commercialization in Atlantic Canada- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 16,250 $ · Up to 65% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
- Types of eligible projects
- Commercialization
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportUnknownCurrent Tenders — Nova Scotia
Opportunities to sell to the Government of Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
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Grant and FundingPartnering and CollaborationUnknownCWB Association Chapter Awards
Co-funded support for welding education initiatives- Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $2,500
- Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing, Educational services
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationTechnology
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
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Grant and FundingUnknownEfficiency Nova Scotia — Affordable Multifamily Housing Program
Rebates for affordable multifamily energy upgrades- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business
NS, Canada- Expert AdviceUnknown
Europe Market Development Program
Development support for Atlantic exporting companies- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Professional, scientific and technical services
- Types of eligible projects
- Commercialization
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
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Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation
Facility support for emerging technology companies- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration)
- Types of eligible projects
- TechnologyCommercialization
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NS, Canada - Grant and FundingUnknown
Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate
Performance-based support for growing Nova Scotia companies- Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance, Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationTechnologyBusiness Buyout
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NS, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Types of eligible projects
- Innovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
NS, Canada- Tax CreditsUnknown
Nova Scotia food bank tax credit for farmers
Tax credit for farm donations to food banks- Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
NS, Canada 
Researchers And FacilitiesUnknownNRC — Marine research station
Marine research facility in Ketch Harbour, Nova Scotia- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
- Types of eligible projects
- InnovationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateCommercialization
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
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Tax CreditsUnknownPublic Service Bodies' Rebate for Charities Resident Only in Nova Scotia
GST/HST rebate guidance for Nova Scotia charities- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
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