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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.
338 programs available
Grant and FundingOpenRegional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — ACOA
Support for business growth and innovationEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsInnovationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationNS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenSeafood Accelerator Program – Product Development and Technical Support
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies in product developmentEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationNS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenSelf-Employment Program (Nova Scotia)
Support for unemployed entrepreneurs in Nova ScotiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationNS, Canada
Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenSmall Business Loan Guarantee Program
Financing for small businesses through credit unionsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsBusiness BuyoutNS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenSpeaker Series Assistance Program
Funding for Nova Scotia agricultural associationsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsInnovationTimeline- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : December 31, 2026
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Grant and FundingOpenSt. John Ambulance Mental Health Literacy Grant
Mental health training funding in Nova ScotiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Open Date : February 3, 2026
NS, Canada- Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
START Program
Hiring incentives for Nova Scotia employersEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesNS, Canada - Platform
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Supplier Diversity Certification Program
Reimbursement for supplier diversity certification costsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTimeline- Open Date : April 14, 2026
- Closing date : February 26, 2027
NS, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationNS, Canada 
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenVessel Loan Program
Loans for fishing vessels, engines and equipment in Nova ScotiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business BuyoutNS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpenWells Foundation Cemetery Project Funding
Funding for cemetery restoration and improvementEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationCumberland, NS, Canada- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada 
Grant and FundingOpenWorkplace Education Initiative (WEI)
Fully funded workplace skills training in Nova ScotiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesNS, Canada- Grant and FundingOpen
Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive
Supports Nova Scotia workforce training and innovationEligible Funding- From $5,000 to $100,000
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesNS, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada 
Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonAtlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI) - Capacity Building (Business Development)
Supports Indigenous communities in business and fisheries developmentEligible Funding- Up to 90% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Open Date : January 1, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada- Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Organizational Capacity Building Program
Funding for inclusive agricultural capacity buildingEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationTimeline- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
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Other SupportOpenClosing SoonLand for Housing Program
Provincial land for affordable housing projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationTimeline- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Sydney, Truro, Yarmouth, NS- Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Local Supplier Food Safety Support Pilot Program
Helps Nova Scotia food businesses meet food safety requirementsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada - Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Seafood Accelerator Program
Funding for Nova Scotia seafood businessesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationTimeline- Closing date : July 30, 2026
NS, Canada - Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Seafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies with market-focused projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsInnovationTimeline- Closing date : July 30, 2026
NS, Canada - Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program
Supports seafood market access through food safety supportEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : July 30, 2026
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Grant and FundingOpenClosing SoonSustainable 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 ScotiaEligible Funding- From $75,000 to $1,000,000
- Up to 80% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : July 23, 2026
NS, Canada- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenClosing Soon
Wine and Grape Industry Development Program
Funding for Nova Scotia wine and grape businessesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital TransformationTimeline- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
NS, Canada - Wage Subsidies And InternsOpening Soon
Cooperative Education Incentive
Wage assistance for co-op student placementsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesTimeline- Open Date : August 15, 2026
- Closing date : September 15, 2026
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Grant and FundingClosedHire a permanent foreign worker
Permanent immigration hiring pathways for employersEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada- Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) – Atlantic Canada
Supports Atlantic SMEs affected by tariffsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 1% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyDigital TransformationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Platform
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Grant and FundingClosedAccelerating to Zero Grant Program
Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact Fund (HCi3), The Recreation Foundation of British Columbia (RFBC), University of Regina Open Education and Publishing Program (OEP)Community-driven climate action fundingEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Utilities
- Construction
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationNS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in Atlantic Canada
Closed program supporting Black-led organizationsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesTimeline- Closing date : June 30, 2026
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedEfficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization
Funding for building recommissioning studiesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Closing date : June 30, 2026
NS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA - Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Supports AI commercialization and adoptionEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
ACOA — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative
Funding to recover Atlantic aerospace sectorEligible Funding- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital TransformationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA — Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (REGI)
Supporting innovative housing solutions and construction technologies in CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationTimeline- Closing date : June 30, 2026
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream
Support for aerospace recovery and competitivenessEligible Funding- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital TransformationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Expert AdviceClosed
ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick
Free bilingual business guidance for Atlantic entrepreneursEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsInnovationTimeline- Open Date : May 27, 2024
- Closing date : July 9, 2024
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — For Profit
Support for jobs and long-term business growthEligible Funding- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Open Date : February 3, 2026
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream
Support for jobs, growth, and clean transitionEligible Funding- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital TransformationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Platform
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ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit
Funding for jobs and growth projects in Atlantic CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateDigital TransformationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedActive Communities Fund
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD)Funding for community movement initiativesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : December 1, 2025
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedAdministrative Funds Program
Funds large-scale charitable projects in Nova ScotiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada- Expert AdviceClosed
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Assessments
Support for advanced manufacturing assessmentsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Advancing Clean Technologies Program
Funding for clean technology adoption in agricultureEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Open Date : February 6, 2026
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
NS, Canada - Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Agricultural Research and Innovation Program
Funding for agricultural research and on-farm innovationEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 85% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateInnovationTimeline- Open Date : February 13, 2026
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
NS, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Agriculture Skills Student Bursary Program
Support for students working in agricultureEligible Funding- From $500 to $1,500
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesTimeline- Open Date : September 1, 2026
- Closing date : November 30, 2026
NS, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedAnnapolis West Health Foundation Student Health Related Bursary Program
Bursary for health-related postsecondary studiesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsAnnapolis Royal, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding- From $500 to $10,000
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : October 31, 2025
NS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Apiculture Sustainable Growth and Health Program
Funding for hive health and pollination growthEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Open Date : April 1, 2026
- Closing date : May 15, 2026
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Apply to receive financial assistance to help cover expenses during apprenticeship technical training
Financial support for apprenticeship training expensesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsDigital TransformationNS, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedArthur L. Irving Family Foundation — Irving Scholarships
Scholarships supporting environmental studies at AcadiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateWolfville, NS, Canada- Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
AscendBio
Scale industrial biotech and agritech in CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationInnovationCape Breton, NS, Canada 
Expert AdviceClosedAtlantic Canada Travel Trade Market Readiness Program
Travel trade guidance for tourism businessesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationBusiness BuyoutTimeline- Open Date : July 9, 2024
- Closing date : July 10, 2024
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportClosedAtlantic Chamber of Commerce — Member Benefits Program
Member-to-member business deals and perksEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projectsNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure
Funding for Atlantic Canada fisheries projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationTimeline- Open Date : March 24, 2023
- Closing date : March 24, 2024
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Partnering and CollaborationClosed
Atlantic Immigration Program
Pathway to permanent residence in Atlantic CanadaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Atlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI) - Harvester Training
Supports Indigenous commercial fisheries training and capacity developmentEligible Funding- Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesTimeline- Closing date : November 30, 2025
Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Atlantic School Food Infrastructure Fund (SFIF)
Supports school food infrastructure improvementsEligible Funding- From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsNB, NL, NS, PE, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedAtlanticOER Development Grants
Funding for open educational resource developmentEligible Funding- From $1,000 to $7,000
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital TransformationTimeline- Closing date : February 6, 2026
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Call to action: ACOA's clean technology initiative
Funding for clean technology projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Closing date : March 31, 2017
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Canada Community-Building Fund for municipalities
Funding for municipal infrastructure and capacity buildingEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and RenovationNS, Canada 
Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationTimeline- Closing date : December 31, 2025
NS, Quebec, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Canada Greener Homes Grant – Nova Scotia
Closed home retrofit funding for Nova Scotia homeownersEligible Funding- From $125 to $5,600
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationTimeline- Closing date : December 31, 2025
NS, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Canada-Nova Scotia Targeted Housing Benefit
Monthly rent support for eligible Nova Scotia rentersEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada 
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCanada-Nova Scotia Workforce Tariff Response
Workforce support for tariff-affected employersEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 13,800,000 $
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsHuman ResourcesDartmouth, NS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
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 experiencesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesTimeline- Open Date : February 3, 2026
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Canadian Experiences Fund (CEF)
Supports tourism products, facilities, and experiencesEligible Funding- Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and RenovationTimeline- Open Date : May 22, 2019
- Closing date : March 31, 2021
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada - Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)
Support for seafood processors affected by COVID-19Eligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : March 31, 2021
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedCanfor High School Scholarship Program
Support for forestry and trades studentsEligible Funding- From $1,000 to $1,000
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesTimeline- Closing date : May 9, 2025
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Researchers And FacilitiesClosedCentre of Excellence in Observational Oceanography
Postgraduate training in observational oceanographyEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Closing date : December 12, 2025
BC, NL, NS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Civil Forfeiture Grant Program
Funding for crime prevention and victim support projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsInnovationNS, Canada 
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Closing date : February 20, 2026
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding- From $15,000 to $15,000
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Closing date : June 12, 2026
NS, Canada- Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Clean Foundation — Green Jobs
Wage subsidies for youth internships in natural resourcesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesTimeline- Closing date : March 28, 2025
NS, Canada - Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship
Subsidized clean economy internships for youthEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesTimeline- Open Date : July 13, 2023
- Closing date : June 30, 2026
NS, Canada - Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Clean Leadership Summer Internships — Nova Scotia
Wage subsidies for clean economy summer internshipsEligible Funding- Up to 60% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesTimeline- Closing date : June 30, 2026
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Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCNSA Professional Development & Training Bursary, CNSA Travel Subsidy for Members, and Provincial Archival Development Program (PADP)
Partial funding for archival professional developmentEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosedComfort Centres and Reception Centres/Shelters Funding Policy
Funding for emergency shelter and comfort centre upgradesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationNS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Community Beautification/Enhancement Grant
Supports community beautification projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateNS, Canada - Platform
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- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Community Economic Development Fund
Funding for competitive community-led projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsInnovationTimeline- Closing date : April 30, 2024
NS, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : February 14, 2023
NS, Canada - Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Housing Acquisition Program
Loan to acquire existing community housing propertiesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
- Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationNS, Canada - Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Housing Infrastructure and Repair Program (CHIRP)
Forgivable loans for community housing repairsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationNS, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Community Housing Operating Support Program
Short-term operating support for community housing providersEligible Funding- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationNS, Canada 
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Investment Grant Program
Funding for community projects and small businessesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : January 31, 2026
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : October 31, 2025
NS, Canada- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Community-Led Research Program
Community-led research funding for Indigenous partnershipsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateNL, NS, Quebec, Canada 
Eligible Funding- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Closing date : June 17, 2024
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Grant and FundingClosedCorra Foundation — General Funding
Funding for community-led organisations in ScotlandEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- All industries
Types of eligible projectsNS, Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia
Export support for creative businesses and nonprofitsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTimeline- Closing date : December 1, 2025
NS, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Cross Connection Control Program — 2025 Cross Connection Control Retrofit Program
Backflow prevention compliance support for buildingsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 400 $
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationTimeline- Closing date : April 1, 2026
NS, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : December 1, 2025
NS, Canada 
Other SupportClosedCurrent Tenders — Nova Scotia
Opportunities to sell to the Government of Nova ScotiaEligible Funding- Varies by project
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : May 17, 2024
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCWB Association Chapter Awards
Co-funded support for welding education initiativesEligible Funding- From $500 to $2,500
Eligible Industries- Manufacturing
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationCanada
Grant and FundingClosedDartmouth General Hospital Foundation Bursary for African Nova Scotian Students to Support Healthcare Education in People of African Ancestry
Funding for African Nova Scotian healthcare studentsEligible Funding- From $8,000 to $8,000
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : May 15, 2026
NS, Canada- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and RenovationNS, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits
Funding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to non-profitsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateTimeline- Open Date : May 27, 2023
- Closing date : February 1, 2024
NS, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Small Business
Funding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to small businessesEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Open Date : October 3, 2023
- Closing date : January 31, 2024
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