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Manufacturing Grants and Funding in Atlantic Canada for 2026

Across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island, manufacturers can access grants, rebates, tax credits, and non-repayable contributions. Programs support equipment upgrades, automation and robotics, export readiness, workforce training, innovation and R&D, and clean technology. This directory explains the main options, eligibility rules, and application practices to help organizations plan successful funding strategies.

92 programs
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) — Business Scale-up and Productivity — ACOA

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Financing to accelerate growth in Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Support for aerospace recovery and competitiveness
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Innovation PEI (PEI) logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Advanced Marine Technology Tax Rebate

    Innovation PEI (PEI)
    Tax rebate for advanced marine technology companies
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : July 3, 2015
    PE, Canada
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  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Aerospace Tax Holiday

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
    No corporate tax for aerospace and defence employers in PEI
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Educational services, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Invest Nova Scotia logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    AscendBio

    Invest Nova Scotia
    Scale industrial biotech and agritech in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Cape Breton, NS, Canada
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Atlantic Fisheries Fund – Atlantic innovation, infrastructure or science partnerships funding

    Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
    Funding for Atlantic fish and seafood sector projects
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Sole proprietorship
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Innovation

    Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
    Supports innovation, infrastructure, and science partnerships in Atlantic fisheries
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada

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  • Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Atlantic Investment Tax Credit

    Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
    Tax relief for Atlantic investments
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Business Development Program — Commercial Component

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Support for business growth in Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Business Development Program (BDP)

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Financial support for business growth in Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Retail trade, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Business Development Support Program

    Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Department of Industry, Energy and Technology (NL), Canada Media Fund (CMF)
    Money for business improvement in Newfoundland and Labrador
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Professional, scientific and technical services, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    NL, Canada
  • Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Business Investment Program — Equity Investment

    Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Department of Industry, Energy and Technology (NL)
    Equity funding for business improvement in Newfoundland and Labrador
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NL, Canada
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  • Save Energy NB logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Business Rebate Program

    Save Energy NB
    Supports business energy efficiency upgrades in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NB, Canada
  • Holland College logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Canada's Smartest Kitchen

    Holland College
    Custom food innovation services
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    PE, Canada

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  • Centre for Women in Business logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Centre for Women in Business

    Centre for Women in Business
    Training and events for Nova Scotia women entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Other services (except public administration)
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Timeline
    Open Date : August 6, 2024
    NS, Canada
  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Commercialization, Consulting and Mentoring

    LearnSphere
    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
  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Disaster Financial Assistance – Mitigation Project

    Government of New Brunswick
    Disaster recovery support for eligible damages
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    NB, Canada
  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    E-tools for Exporting

    LearnSphere
    Money to help Atlantic Canada businesses export
    Eligible Funding
    From $5,000 to $15,000 · Up to 45% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
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  • LearnSphere logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    EMAP/EforE PEI

    LearnSphere
    Support for PEI SMEs expanding export marketing
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 65% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Equity Investors Incentive

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
    Funds for PEI businesses to attract investors
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 200,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Europe Market Development Program

    Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
    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
    NS, Canada
  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Food Ventures Program

    Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
    Supports Nova Scotia food businesses with quality and safety services
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada

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  • Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    GradWorks — Employer Incentive Program

    Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)
    Connect with skilled graduates in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,360 $ · Up to 66% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    NS, Canada
  • Save Energy NB logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Industrial Energy Efficiency Program

    Save Energy NB
    Supports industrial energy efficiency in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, Canada
  • Innovation Canada logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NB

    Innovation Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
    Personalized advisory services for innovators in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Innovation Rebate Program

    Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
    Funding for Nova Scotia SMEs
    Eligible Funding
    From $350,000 to $3,750,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Livestock Strategy Program — Pollination Expansion

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
    Support for PEI beekeeping expansion
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
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  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Marketing Support Program

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
    Funding for PEI exporters’ marketing and market expansion activities
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 16,000 $ · Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : July 9, 2024
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Micro-Loan Program

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Finance PEI
    Micro-loans for PEI entrepreneurs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    PE, Canada

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  • New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen

    NBIF Innovation Voucher

    New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
    Funding for R&D at a New Brunswick research institution
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $80,000 · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : August 9, 2023
    NB, Canada
  • Save Energy NB logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program

    Save Energy NB
    Energy-efficient new construction in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    NB, Canada
  • Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Newfoundland and Labrador — Business Growth Program

    Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Newfoundland and Labrador Ministry of Industry, Energy and Technology
    Supports Newfoundland and Labrador businesses to innovate and expand markets
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 750,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    NL, Canada
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  • Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC) logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Newfoundland and Labrador green technology tax credit

    Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (CBDC), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Newfoundland & Labrador
    20% tax credit for green equipment investments
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NL, Canada
  • Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Northern Isolated Community Initiatives (NICI) Fund

    Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Supports food initiatives in Canada's North
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Canada

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  • Clean Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program

    Clean Foundation
    Fully funded tree planting support in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    NS, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesOpen

    NRC — Ice Tank - 90 m Research Facility

    National Research Council Canada (NRC)
    Ice tank facility in St. John's, Newfoundland
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NL, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesOpen

    NRC — Marine research station

    National Research Council Canada (NRC)
    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
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesOpen

    NRC — Towing tank research facility

    National Research Council Canada (NRC)
    Marine testing facility for ship and vehicle performance
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Technology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    St. John's, NL, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen

    NRC — Zebrafish research facility

    National Research Council Canada (NRC)
    Industry testing with zebrafish models
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Halifax, NS, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    PEI - Export Trade Assistance

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
    Funding to explore new global opportunities in PEI
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 3,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Product and Market Development Program — Agricultural Industry Organizations

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
    Supports agricultural organizations developing new products and markets
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Rental Cost Assistance

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI)
    Contribution to cover Prince Edward Island (PEI) business rental costs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 60,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    PE, Canada

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  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Seafood Accelerator Program

    Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
    Funding for Nova Scotia seafood businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Seafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)

    Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
    Supports Nova Scotia seafood businesses in expanding market access
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 99,900 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Self-Employ PEI

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Skills PEI
    Supports unemployed individuals to start their own businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    PE, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    START Program

    Government of Nova Scotia, Employment Nova Scotia, Sudbury Manitoulin Children's Foundation (SMCF)
    Hiring incentives for Nova Scotia employers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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  • Government of New Brunswick logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership in New Brunswick

    Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
    Funds for agri-food sustainability in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, Canada
  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Local Supplier Food Safety Support Pilot Program

    Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
    Helps Nova Scotia food businesses meet food safety requirements
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Timeline
    Open Date : May 1, 2025 · Closing date : September 15, 2026
    NS, Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    TechImpact - Digital Boost 3.0

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Digital support for AI, data and cybersecurity
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 57,890 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Real estate and rental and leasing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    ACOA — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Funding to recover Atlantic aerospace sector
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-profit
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    ACOA — Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (REGI)

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Supporting innovative housing solutions and construction technologies in Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Educational services, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada

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  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — For Profit

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Support for jobs and long-term business growth
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-financial cooperative, Non-profit
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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    Atlantic Innovation Fund — Universities, Colleges and Research Institutions

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Funding for R&D in Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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    CBDC Seafood Technology Adoption Program (S-TAP)

    Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)
    Support for seafood technology adoption in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 99,900 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, Canada
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    CWB Association Chapter Awards

    CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)
    Co-funded support for welding education initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $2,500
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Clean Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Indigenous Energy Project (IEP) Bursary

    Clean Foundation
    Funding for clean economy training and equipment
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
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    Innovation Fund

    Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI), Innovation PEI (PEI), Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)
    Support to commercialize innovative products
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, PE, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
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    Invest Nova Scotia — Greenshoots

    Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
    Funding for early-stage businesses in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 40 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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    Launch Export Atlantic Incubator

    Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
    Export readiness support for Atlantic businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada

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    NBIF — Corporate Cleantech Innovation Fund

    New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
    Funding for cleantech innovation projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $50,000 to $250,000
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NB, Canada
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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Nova Scotia Local Beef Processing Program

    Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
    Funding for local beef processing projects in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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    Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund

    Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
    Supports transformative, innovative projects in Nova Scotia's seafood and agriculture
    Eligible Funding
    From $500,000 to $1,125,000 · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationClosed

    NRC — Offshore Engineering Basin — Research Facility

    National Research Council Canada (NRC)
    Large-scale offshore marine testing facility
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    St. John's, NL, Canada
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    Grant and FundingClosed

    Potato Stabilization and Innovation initiative (PSII)

    Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
    Supports PEI potato sector modernization and diversification
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    PE, Canada

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  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    The Nova Scotia Beef Initiative

    Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
    Supports local beef processing in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative
    NS, Canada

Frequently asked questions about manufacturing grants in Atlantic Canada

Here are authoritative answers to common questions about Atlantic Canada manufacturing funding, eligibility, timelines, stacking, and application practices.

What projects do Atlantic manufacturing grants typically fund?

Programs often fund capital equipment upgrades, automation and robotics, ERP/MES and IIoT systems, productivity and lean projects, export marketing, certifications, workforce training, and clean technology. Many streams also support prototyping, pilot plants, and commercialization for innovation. Eligibility depends on location, project impact, and matching funds.

How do I apply for ACOA manufacturing funding under REGI?

Define objectives and metrics, prepare quotes and a milestone plan, and document export, productivity, or innovation benefits. Confirm eligibility and assistance ratios, then submit an application with financials and letters of support. Strong evidence of job creation, export growth, or technology adoption improves success.

Can I combine SR&ED with Atlantic grants for the same project?

Yes, many manufacturers stack SR&ED tax credits with grants for equipment, pilot projects, or commercialization. Keep cost pools distinct, avoid double counting, and track assistance interactions to maintain compliance. Consult program guidelines to confirm maximum aid intensities.

Which provinces offer capital investment supports for manufacturing?

All Atlantic provinces offer capital support. Nova Scotia provides a Capital Investment Tax Credit and Invest Nova Scotia programs New Brunswick offers ONB productivity and digital transformation supports; PEI has Innovation PEI Capital Acquisition; NL provides investment and retrofit funding; Each program has distinct eligibility and cost coverage.

How can helloDarwin help my factory secure Atlantic grants?

helloDarwin simplifies access to government funding through a hybrid model of expert advisory and SaaS tools. We help assess eligibility, map stacking strategies, prepare budgets and timelines, and structure strong applications for equipment, export, training, innovation, and clean growth programs. This increases clarity, speed, and compliance.

What evidence strengthens an Atlantic grant application?

Provide vendor quotes, implementation schedules, KPIs (throughput, OEE, energy per unit), letters from customers or partners, training plans, and certifications to be achieved. For energy projects, include audit results and projected GHG reductions for export, market research and target accounts.

Are there programs for seafood and food processors in Atlantic Canada?

Yes. Funding supports cold storage capacity, packaging automation, traceability, HACCP/BRC/IFS certifications, wastewater treatment, and export marketing. Newfoundland and Labrador, PEI, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick each provide tailored supports aligned with sector growth.

What are typical matching ratios and timelines?

Matching ratios vary by program and project type. Expect multi‑month reviews complex capital and R&D files may take longer. Build realistic cash flow plans for deposits and staged claims, and start early to meet 2026 deadlines and procurement windows.

Can clean technology and energy efficiency be combined with export or training grants?

Often yes. Applicants frequently pair energy efficiency grants with export readiness, workforce training, or certification funding to deliver integrated outcomes: lower costs, stronger skills, and new markets. Confirm stacking limits and eligible cost categories.

How does helloDarwin’s platform streamline the process for manufacturers?

helloDarwin’s SaaS matches projects to Atlantic grants, automates eligibility checks, and organizes documents, milestones, and budgets. Our experts review strategy, validate stacking with SR&ED and provincial programs, and prepare compliant submissions to accelerate approvals.

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