Updated June 2026

Grants and Funding in New Brunswick in 2026 for Businesses

Explore government grants, funding programs, and financial support available to help your business grow, innovate, and expand in 2026.

An overview of the main grants and funding opportunities available to New Brunswick businesses in 2026 to support growth projects.

266 programs available

Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation 2026 Awards Program
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF)
Juried support for New Brunswick artists
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 10, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $4,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 10, 2026
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation Funding Programs
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF)
Funding for mid-career New Brunswick artists
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 10, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 10, 2026
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
SHMF Emerging Artisan Award (Nel Oudemans Award)
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF)
Support for emerging artisans in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 10, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $4,000 to $4,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 10, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Short Film Venture Program
Government of New Brunswick
Funding for emerging New Brunswick filmmakers
NB, Canada
Closing date : July 4, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, Canada
Closing date : July 4, 2026
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Strengthening our Community Fund
United Way of Greater Moncton and Southeastern New Brunswick Region Inc
Funding for community-focused charitable organizations
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Closing date : June 30, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
CED — Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports AI technology development and adoption by Canadian SMEs
Canada
Open Date : October 31, 2024
Closing date : March 31, 2029
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)
Canada
Open Date : October 31, 2024
Closing date : March 31, 2029
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
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
ACOA — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Closed program supporting Black entrepreneurship
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
TechImpact - Digital Boost 3.0
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Digital support for AI, data and cybersecurity
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 37,500 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyDigital Transformation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Incentive Fund for Signage and Language Policies
Francophone Association of New Brunswick Municipalities (AFMNB)
Financial support for municipalities updating commercial linguistic signage
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Defence Investment Initiative in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding for defence supply chain integration in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Translation and Interpretation Reimbursement Fund for Municipalities
Francophone Association of New Brunswick Municipalities (AFMNB)
Reimbursement program for municipal translation and interpretation costs
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Plug-In NB Charging Rebates for Business
NB Power
Supports businesses installing electric vehicle charging stations in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Open Date : August 17, 2022
Closing date : August 17, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
NB, Canada
Open Date : August 17, 2022
Closing date : August 17, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Innovative Communities Fund (ICF)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports economic development projects in Atlantic Canadian communities
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Tourism Relief Fund (TRF)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Regional Tourism Organization 8 (RTO8)
Financial support for tourism adaptation and growth
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
2025 AgriStability late participation for producers in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Late AgriStability support for Atlantic producers
NB, NL, NS, Canada
Closing date : June 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Up to 20% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, NL, NS, Canada
Closing date : June 30, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
2027 Games of the Francophonie call for artists
Government of New Brunswick
Support for selected New Brunswick artists
NB, Canada
Closing date : February 1, 2027
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $3,000
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Closing date : February 1, 2027
Grant and FundingOpen
ACOA — Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (REGI)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supporting innovative housing solutions and construction technologies in Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
ACOA Business Information Services — Newfoundland and Labrador
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Free bilingual business information and referrals
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Free bilingual business support for Atlantic entrepreneurs
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
ACOA Business Information Services — Prince Edward Island
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Free business support for Atlantic entrepreneurs
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportOpen
ACOA Industrial and Technological Benefits policy
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Help with defence procurement for Atlantic contractors
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — For Profit
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for jobs and long-term business growth
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Adjustment Services
Government of New Brunswick
Funding for labour market adjustment projects
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Advancing Agri-Food Processing
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
New Brunswick agri-food product development funding
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Agri-Industry Development & Advancement — Business Development (Agricultural Organizations and Associations)
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Development funds for New Brunswick agri-industry groups
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Agri-Land Accessibility and Enhancement
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funding for the development of farmland in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2023
Closing date : March 31, 2028
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 35,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2023
Closing date : March 31, 2028
Grant and FundingOpen
Agricultural Insurance
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Protects producers against natural crop losses
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Agriculture Loan and Loan Guarantees
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Financing for agricultural development in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program
Government of New Brunswick
Funding for anaerobic digestor feasibility studies
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
NB, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Aquaculture Loans and Loan Guarantees
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Financing for aquaculture activities in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Asia Market Development Program
Invest Nova Scotia
Market entry support for Atlantic exporters
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : August 18, 2021
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 24,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : August 18, 2021
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
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Innovation
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Supports innovation, infrastructure, and science partnerships in Atlantic fisheries
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Science Partnerships
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Support for Atlantic fisheries innovation and research
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI) - Capacity Building (Business Development)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Supports Indigenous communities in business and fisheries development
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2026
Closing date : July 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : January 1, 2026
Closing date : July 31, 2026
Tax CreditsOpen
Atlantic Investment Tax Credit
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax credit for eligible Atlantic investments
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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
Environment and Climate
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business and Professional Development for Publishers — Grants
Government of New Brunswick, New Brunswick Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Grants for New Brunswick publishers for business travel and training
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Development Program — Commercial Component
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for business growth in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Development Program (BDP)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Government of Canada
Financial support for business growth in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Planning, Skills Development and Agriculture Education
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Agriculture business planning and skills development in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Business Rebate Program
Save Energy NB
Supports business energy efficiency upgrades in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
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
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund
Government of New Brunswick
Housing-enabling infrastructure funding for New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Canadian Experiences Fund - Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding for tourism products and experiences
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Other SupportOpen
CBDC Business Atlantic Forum
Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)
Buy or sell an Atlantic Canadian business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan
Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)
Loan for young entrepreneurs in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
CBDC Innovation Loan
Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)
Financing for technology adoption and business innovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyDigital Transformation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
CBDC NB Small Business Emergency Working Capital Program
Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)
Financial help for small businesses in NB
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
CBDC Self Employment Assistance (Atlantic Region)
Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC), Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for unemployed Atlantic Canadians to launch a business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program
Save Energy NB
Financial incentives for energy efficiency in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
NB, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Community Action Fund
Government of New Brunswick, RAVEN Trust (RAVEN)
Funding for violence prevention projects
NB, Canada
Closing date : October 17, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Closing date : October 17, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Community Development Fund (New Brunswick)
Government of New Brunswick
Support for community projects in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NB, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Consulting Advisory Services
Metro Business Opportunities, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Consulting support for SMEs and nonprofits
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman ResourcesInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Crop and Livestock Sector Development (CLSD)
Government of New Brunswick, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Supports crop and livestock growth through cooperative machinery and development projects
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Cultural industries — Financial assistance
Government of New Brunswick, New Brunswick Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Online portal for New Brunswick arts funding
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Disaster Financial Assistance Program
Government of New Brunswick, Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT)
Disaster recovery support for essential losses
NB, NT, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $240,000
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
NB, NT, Canada
Closing date : December 15, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Emerging Projects Fund
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Seed funding for early-stage innovation research
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Enabling Agricultural Research and Innovation
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Agri-innovation funding in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 90,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Ethnocultural Support Program
City of Saint John
Small funding for Saint John ethnocultural groups
Saint John, NB, Canada
Closing date : August 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Saint John, NB, Canada
Closing date : August 31, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Export Funding NB
LearnSphere
Money to enhance export marketing for New Brunswick businesses
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $5,000 to $15,000
- Up to 65% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Farm Land Identification Program
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
New Brunswick property tax deferral for farmland preservation
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Film — Promotional Travel Assistance
Government of New Brunswick, New Brunswick Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Supports New Brunswick producers’ travel to key film industry events
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Fisheries Loan and Loan Guarantees
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Financing for commercial fishing activities in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Fuel Savings Transportation Program
Save Energy NB
Rebates for fuel-saving upgrades in New Brunswick commercial transportation
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
NB, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Future Wabanaki
Government of New Brunswick
Experiential learning support for Indigenous students
NB, Canada
Open Date : September 12, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NB, Canada
Open Date : September 12, 2023
Grant and FundingOpen
Honey Bee Industry Development Program
Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Support for New Brunswick honey bee producers
NB, Canada
Closing date : July 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NB, Canada
Closing date : July 31, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Improving Crop and Livestock Health and Quality
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funding to reduce pests and diseases in New Brunswick agriculture
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
Save Energy NB
Supports industrial energy savings projects in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, Canada
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
NB, Canada
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
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development
Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)
Funding for First Nation business planning
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 16,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationHuman Resources
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — CED
Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)
Funding for First Nation development planning in New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 16,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Fredericton, NB, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program
Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)
Support to grow Indigenous businesses
Fredericton, NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Fredericton, NB, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program
Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)
Internships for recent Indigenous graduates
NB, Canada
Open Date : May 11, 2021
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NB, Canada
Open Date : May 11, 2021
Grant and FundingOpen
Junior Mining Assistance Program
Government of New Brunswick, Natural Resources and Energy Development
Support for junior mineral exploration in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Other SupportExpert AdviceOpen
Launch Export Atlantic Incubator
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Export readiness support for Atlantic businesses
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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Listen, Hear Our Voices — Small projects
Library and Archives Canada (LAC)
Funding for Indigenous heritage digitization
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Livestock Incentive Loan Program
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB)
Loan guarantee for New Brunswick livestock purchase
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Market Development and Access
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funding for emerging market opportunities in New Brunswick agriculture
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
N.B. Indigenous Agriculture Development Program
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funds for Indigenous agricultural businesses in NB
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingOpen
NBIF Innovation Voucher
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Funding for R&D at a New Brunswick research institution
NB, Canada
Open Date : August 9, 2023
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
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, Canada
Open Date : August 9, 2023
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
NBIF Startup Investment Fund
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Pre-seed investment for New Brunswick startups
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
Save Energy NB
Supports energy-efficient commercial and industrial new construction
NB, Canada
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
NB, Canada
Expert AdviceOpen
Opportunities New Brunswick — Mentorship
Government of New Brunswick, Opportunities New Brunswick (ONB)
Mentorship and connections in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
Peak Rebate Program
NB Power, Save Energy NB
Business incentive for reducing energy use during winter peaks
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Preconstruction and Infrastructure Fund to Support Housing
Government of New Brunswick
Support for housing development planning and infrastructure
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Quarterly Lottery Program
New Brunswick Liquor Corporation, ANBL (ANBL)
Quarterly lottery supporting NB registered charities
NB, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Open Date : February 3, 2026
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — ACOA
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for business growth and innovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Risk Management and Food Safety
Government of New Brunswick, Aquaculture and Fisheries (NB), Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP)
Funding for assurance systems in New Brunswick agriculture
NB, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2023
Closing date : March 31, 2028
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NB, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2023
Closing date : March 31, 2028
Grant and FundingOpen
Rural Economy Fund
Government of New Brunswick
Support for rural economic growth in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
NB, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Self-Employment Benefit — Workforce Expansion
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour (NB)
Financing for New Brunswick business start-ups
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Tax CreditsOpen
Small Business Investor Tax Credit Program
Government of New Brunswick, Finance and Treasury Board (NB)
Tax credit to drive New Brunswick business investment
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $3,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovationDigital Transformation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Social Innovation Research Fund
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)
Support for socially innovative research with community impact
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 66% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Student Aid
Government of New Brunswick, The Justin Lefebvre Foundation, Friends of Alexander von Humboldt School, Quebec Heritage Foundation
Financial support for New Brunswick students
NB, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Open Date : April 13, 2026
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Student Entrepreneurship
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour (NB)
Interest-free support for student summer businesses
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Support for Translation and Interpretation Program
Government of New Brunswick, Executive Council Office
Financial assistance for translation in New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, Canada
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
NB, Canada
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
NB, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpen
Tenders Online — New Brunswick Opportunities Network
Government of New Brunswick, Service New Brunswick (SNB)
Opportunities to sell to the Government of New Brunswick
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Grant and FundingOpen
The Marie Hélène Allain Fellowship
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF)
Support for mid-career New Brunswick artists
NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $10,000 to $10,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Total Development Fund
Government of New Brunswick
Supports strategic development and competitiveness
Fredericton, NB, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Fredericton, NB, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Tourism Growth Program in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports Atlantic Canadian tourism projects and year-round experiences
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada