Nova Scotia Business Grants and Funding in 2026

An overview of the main grants and funding opportunities available to Nova Scotia businesses in 2026.

332 programs available

Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Communities of Nova Scotia
Funding for film and television production in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 26% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2024
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsOpen
Nova Scotia innovation equity tax credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Tax credit for innovative Nova Scotia corporations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $112,500
Up to 45% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia Trail Funding Programs
Nova Scotia Department of Energy
Support for trail projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : December 1, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia Trail Maintenance Program
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for trail maintenance and emergency repairs
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : December 1, 2026
NS, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia Trails Engineering Assistance Grant Program
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for trail engineering support
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : December 1, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund
Community Housing Transformation Centre
Supports community housing growth in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Operate - Activate
Arts Nova Scotia
Operating support for arts organizations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Operate - Sustain
Arts Nova Scotia
Supports stability for arts organizations involving professional artists
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 550,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Operating Assistance to Cultural Organizations
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Operating support for Nova Scotia cultural organizations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Perennia — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia farmers adopting climate-friendly practices
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Up to 85% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
Plant Your Roots Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Support for new farm ownership and loan interest
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateBusiness Buyout
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : February 15, 2027
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Reciprocity Health Fund
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS)
Funding for community health initiatives
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
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
Expert AdviceOpen
Scotians Global Advisors Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Advice for Nova Scotia exporters
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Seafood Accelerator Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Funding for Nova Scotia seafood businesses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Timeline
Closing date : July 30, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Seafood Accelerator Program – Product Development and Technical Support
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies in product development and safety
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Seafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies in quality and food safety projects
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Closing date : July 30, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports seafood market access through food safety support
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : July 30, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Self-Employment Program (Nova Scotia)
Government of Nova Scotia, Employment Nova Scotia
Training for unemployed workers to start a business in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NS, Canada
Other SupportTax CreditsOpen
Skills Online Nova Scotia
SkillsonlineNS
Free online skills training for Nova Scotians
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Small Business Loan Guarantee Program
Nova Scotia Co-operative Council
Financing for mission-based businesses in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Speaker Series Assistance Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Funding for Nova Scotia agricultural associations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : December 31, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Sponsorship or Donation Requests
Nova Scotia Power
Support for youth and environmental community initiatives
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
St. John Ambulance Mental Health Literacy Grant
Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia
Mental health training funding in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : February 3, 2026
NS, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
START Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Employment Nova Scotia, Sudbury Manitoulin Children's Foundation (SMCF)
Hiring incentives for Nova Scotia employers
NS, Canada
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
NS, Canada
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Grant and FundingOpen
Supplier Diversity Certification Program
Invest Nova Scotia
Reimbursement for supplier diversity certification costs
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Timeline
Open Date : April 14, 2026
Closing date : February 26, 2027
NS, 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
Expert AdviceOpen
Trade Market Intelligence Service
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Market research support in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
Vessel Loan Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture (NS)
Loans for fishing vessels, engines and equipment in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Wells Foundation Cemetery Project Funding
Wells Foundation
Funding for cemetery restoration and improvement
Cumberland, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Cumberland, NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
West Hants Community Fund
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS)
Funding for local Hants West initiatives
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Wine and Grape Industry Development Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Funding for Nova Scotia wine and grape businesses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 60% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : July 31, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Workplace Education Initiative (WEI)
Government of Nova Scotia, Labour and Advanced Education (NS)
Fully funded workplace skills training in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive
Government of Nova Scotia, Labour and Advanced Education (NS)
Supports Nova Scotia workforce training and innovation
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $100,000
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingOpen
Yarmouth Area Community Fund
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS)
Community funding for Yarmouth-area local causes
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) – Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports Atlantic SMEs affected by tariffs
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
Up to 25% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovationDigital Transformation
Timeline
Open Date : March 21, 2025
Closing date : September 25, 2025
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Accelerating 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)
Funding for community-driven climate action
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Utilities
Construction
Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA - Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports AI commercialization and adoption
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Innovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
ACOA — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding to recover Atlantic aerospace sector
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for aerospace recovery and competitiveness
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateHuman ResourcesDigital Transformation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportExpert AdviceClosed
ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Free bilingual business guidance for Atlantic entrepreneurs
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
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 — Indigenous Stream
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for jobs, growth, and clean transition
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateDigital Transformation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding for jobs and growth projects in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateDigital Transformation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Active Communities Fund
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD)
Funding for community movement initiatives
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : December 1, 2025
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Administrative Funds Program
Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia
Funds large-scale charitable projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Expert AdviceClosed
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Assessments
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for advanced manufacturing assessments
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Advancing Clean Technologies Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Funding for clean technology adoption in agriculture
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Up to 60% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : February 6, 2026
Closing date : March 31, 2026
NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Agricultural Research and Innovation Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Funding for agricultural research and on-farm innovation
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Up to 85% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : February 13, 2026
Closing date : March 31, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Agriculture Skills Student Bursary Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Support for students working in agriculture
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $500 to $1,500
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : September 1, 2026
Closing date : November 30, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Annapolis West Health Foundation Student Health Related Bursary Program
Annapolis West Health Foundation (AWHF)
Bursary for health-related postsecondary studies
Annapolis Royal, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $2,000 to $4,000
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Annapolis Royal, NS, Canada
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Grant and FundingClosed
Anti-Black Racism Grants
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM)
Funding for community anti-Black racism projects
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $500 to $10,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : October 31, 2025
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Apiculture Sustainable Growth and Health Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Funding for hive health and pollination growth
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 15, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Apply to receive financial assistance to help cover expenses during apprenticeship technical training
Employment Nova Scotia
Financial support for apprenticeship training expenses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation — Irving Scholarships
Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation (ALIFF)
Scholarships supporting environmental studies at Acadia
Wolfville, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Wolfville, NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
AscendBio
Invest Nova Scotia
Scale industrial biotech and agritech in Canada
Cape Breton, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Cape Breton, NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Atlantic Canada Travel Trade Market Readiness Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Communities of Nova Scotia
Advice for tourism operators in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
Timeline
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Closing date : July 10, 2024
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportClosed
Atlantic Chamber of Commerce — Member Benefits Program
Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC)
Member benefits and business support offers
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Funding for Atlantic Canada fisheries projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Timeline
Open Date : March 24, 2023
Closing date : March 24, 2024
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Expert AdviceClosed
Atlantic Immigration Program
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Hire qualified foreign workers permanently in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : May 15, 2024
Closing date : July 9, 2024
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Atlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI) - Harvester Training
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
Supports Indigenous commercial fisheries training and capacity development
Canada
Eligible Funding
Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Closing date : November 30, 2025
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Atlantic School Food Infrastructure Fund (SFIF)
Atlantic School Food Infrastructure Fund (SFIF)
Supports school food infrastructure improvements
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $150,000
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
AtlanticOER Development Grants
AtlanticOER – REL Atlantique (REL)
Funding for open educational resource development
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $7,000
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)InnovationDigital Transformation
Timeline
Closing date : February 6, 2026
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Bishop William E. Power Family Charitable Foundation
Bishop William E. Power Family Charitable Foundation
Funding for faith-based charitable initiatives
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : May 8, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Call to action: ACOA's clean technology initiative
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Funding for clean technology projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Closing date : March 31, 2017
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Canada Community-Building Fund for municipalities
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for municipal infrastructure and capacity building
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosed
Canada Greener Homes Grant – Nova Scotia
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Closed home retrofit funding for Nova Scotia homeowners
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $125 to $5,000
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Closing date : December 31, 2025
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Canada-Nova Scotia Targeted Housing Benefit
Government of Nova Scotia
Monthly rent support for eligible Nova Scotia renters
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Canada-Nova Scotia Workforce Tariff Response
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), Government of Nova Scotia
Workforce support for tariff-affected employers
Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 13,800,000 $
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Canadian Experiences Fund (CEF)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports tourism products, facilities, and experiences
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Up to 100% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
Timeline
Open Date : May 22, 2019
Closing date : March 31, 2021
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund (CSSF)
Government of Canada, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Support for seafood processors affected by COVID-19
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : March 31, 2021
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Canfor High School Scholarship Program
Canfor Good Things Come From Trees Foundation
Support for forestry and trades students
Alberta, BC, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $1,000 to $1,000
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
Timeline
Closing date : May 9, 2025
Alberta, BC, NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Centre of Excellence in Observational Oceanography
Ocean Frontier Institute (OFI)
Intensive training in observational oceanography
NL, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Closing date : December 12, 2025
NL, NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Civil Forfeiture Grant Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for crime prevention and victim support projects
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Clean Climate Action Grants
Clean Foundation
Youth-led climate action projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Closing date : February 20, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Clean Economy Grant Program
Nova Scotia Department of Energy
Funding for master’s research in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $15,000 to $15,000
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Closing date : June 12, 2026
NS, Canada
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Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
CNSA Professional Development & Training Bursary, CNSA Travel Subsidy for Members, and Provincial Archival Development Program (PADP)
Council of Nova Scotia Archives (CNSA)
Partial funding for archival professional development
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Comfort Centres and Reception Centres/Shelters Funding Policy
Municipality of East Hants
Funding for emergency shelter and comfort centre upgrades
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Beautification/Enhancement Grant
Municipality of East Hants
Supports community beautification projects
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Other SupportClosed
Community Bus Pass
Government of Nova Scotia
Free annual bus passes for eligible clients
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Economic Development Fund
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for competitive community-led projects
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
Closing date : April 30, 2024
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Generator Program
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for community center generators
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50 $
Up to 80% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : February 14, 2023
NS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Housing Acquisition Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Loan to acquire existing community housing properties
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
Up to 95% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Housing Infrastructure and Repair Program (CHIRP)
Government of Nova Scotia
Forgivable loans for community housing repairs
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100 $
Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Housing Operating Support Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Short-term operating support for community housing providers
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Investment Grant Program
Credit Union Atlantic (CUA)
Funding for community projects and small businesses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : January 31, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Community Network Grant
Nova Scotia Office of Equity and Anti-Racism
Funding for equity and anti-racism community projects
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : October 31, 2025
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Community-Led Research Program
Ocean Frontier Institute (OFI)
Community-led research funding for Indigenous partnerships
NL, NS, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NL, NS, Quebec, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
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Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Energy and Mines (NS)
Funding for active transportation projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Up to 75% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Closing date : June 17, 2024
NS, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Cooperative Education Incentive
Government of Nova Scotia, Labour and Advanced Education (NS)
Wage assistance for co-op student placements
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
Timeline
Open Date : August 15, 2026
Closing date : September 15, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Corra Foundation — General Funding
Corra Foundation
Funding for community-led organisations in Scotland
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Communities of Nova Scotia
Export funding for Nova Scotia creative businesses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $
Up to 50% of project cost
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Timeline
Closing date : December 1, 2025
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Culture Innovation Fund
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for culture-led organizational innovation
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : December 1, 2025
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
CWB Association Chapter Awards
CWB Welding Foundation (CWB)
Co-funded support for welding education initiatives
Canada
Eligible Funding
From $500 to $2,500
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation Bursary for African Nova Scotian Students to Support Healthcare Education in People of African Ancestry
Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation (DGHF)
Funding for African Nova Scotian healthcare students
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
From $8,000 to $8,000
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : May 15, 2026
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Diabetes Foot Care Program
Annapolis West Health Foundation (AWHF)
Foot care support for high-risk diabetes patients
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to non-profits
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Timeline
Open Date : May 27, 2023
Closing date : February 1, 2024
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Small Business
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to small businesses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 200,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Open Date : October 3, 2023
Closing date : January 31, 2024
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
District Recreation Fund
Municipality of East Hants
Funding for community recreation facility improvements
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Diversity and Community Capacity Fund and Community and Cultural Identities Fund
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for inclusive community projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Types of eligible projects
Timeline
Closing date : September 15, 2025
NS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Down Payment Assistance Program (DPAP)
Government of Nova Scotia
Interest-free down payment loan for first-time homebuyers
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 28,500 $
Up to 5% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada