Green Manufacturing and Decarbonization Grants in Atlantic Canada for 2026
Accelerate low‑carbon projects with targeted funding and rebates. Reduce energy costs while cutting GHG emissions.
Across Atlantic Canada, manufacturers can access a wide range of grants, rebates, tax credits, and clean technology incentives to decarbonize operations. Programs support energy audits, electrification, waste heat recovery, process optimization, and on‑site renewables. This directory explains options in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador, and how to approach eligibility and applications.
16 opportunities available

Tax CreditsOpen
Enriched Investment Tax Credit
Government of Prince Edward IslandRebates for manufacturing and processing exporters in PEI
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
Invest Nova Scotia — Greenshoots
Government of Nova ScotiaFunding 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

Tax CreditsOpen
Newfoundland and Labrador green technology tax credit
Government of Newfoundland and LabradorTax credit for corporations investing in green technology equipment
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
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate

Grant and FundingOpen
New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
NB PowerSupports energy-efficient commercial and industrial new building projects
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
Save Energy NBSupports industrial energy efficiency projects in New Brunswick
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund
Efficiency Nova ScotiaSupports energy efficiency and innovation in Nova Scotia fisheries
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Unpuzzling: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation (Atlantic Companies Only)
Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)Sustainable food practices support for Atlantic Canada businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate

Grant and FundingClosed
NBIF — Corporate Cleantech Innovation Fund
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)Supporting CleanTech innovation in New Brunswick businesses
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 160,000 $
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingClosed
The Nova Scotia Beef Initiative
Perennia Food and Agriculture CorporationSupports capacity and improvements for Nova Scotia beef processors
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

Grant and FundingClosed
CBDC Seafood Technology Adoption Program (S-TAP)
Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)Enhances seafood operations through technology and process adoption
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

Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Innovation
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)Supports innovation, infrastructure, and science partnerships in Atlantic fisheries
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation

Grant and FundingOpen
Business Rebate Program
NB PowerSupports 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

Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Business Investment Program — Equity Investment
Government of Newfoundland and LabradorEquity funding for business improvement in Newfoundland and Labrador
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
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

Grant and FundingOpen
Assurance Systems Program
Government of Prince Edward IslandFunds for risk management on Prince Edward Island farms
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources

Grant and FundingClosed
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 ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation

Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 350,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Frequently asked questions about green manufacturing grants in Atlantic Canada
Here are concise answers to common questions about decarbonization funding, rebates, and tax credits for manufacturers in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
What projects qualify for industrial energy efficiency grants?
Can we stack provincial rebates with federal grants and tax credits?
How do energy audit grants lead to implementation funding?
Which sectors in Atlantic Canada see the most decarbonization funding?
What documentation strengthens a grant application?
Are high‑temperature industrial heat pumps eligible?
Do programs support battery storage and demand response?
What are typical timelines for approval and installation?
How does ISO 50001 or ISO 14001 help with funding?
Where should we start if we have no dedicated energy team?
What else should I know about Grants and Funding for Green Manufacturing and Decarbonization in Atlantic Canada?
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