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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.

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

    GradWorks — Employer Incentive Program

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

    GreenShield Cares

    Community-based health support initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Open Date : February 3, 2026
    Alberta, BC, NS, Ontario, Canada
  • Halifax Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Halifax Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for community-benefit projects in Halifax
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
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  • HCi3 Fund logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    HCi3 Grant Program

    Funds community climate projects in Halifax
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
  • Municipality of East Hants logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Heritage Incentive Program

    Funding for heritage property restoration
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    NS, Canada
  • Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Hire for Talent

    National resources for inclusive hiring
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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  • Horse Rescue Fund (HRF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Horse Rescue Fund — General Funding

    Financial help for equine care
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Canada
  • Impact Atlantic logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Impact Your Business — Expansion Financing

    Loans for young entrepreneurs in urban Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman Resources
    NS, Canada
  • Impact Atlantic logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Impact Your Business — Start-Up Loans

    Loans for entrepreneurs in urban Atlantic Canada
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationHuman Resources
    NS, Canada
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Innovation Rebate Program

    Funding for Nova Scotia SMEs
    Eligible Funding
    From $350,000 to $3,750,000 · Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesOpen

    Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation

    Facility support for emerging technology companies
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnology
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Invest Nova Scotia — Investment

    Early stage investment for Nova Scotia innovators
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 25% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate

    Performance-based support for growing Nova Scotia companies
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyBusiness BuyoutInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Other SupportOpen

    Land for Housing Program

    Provincial land for affordable housing projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Sydney, Truro, Yarmouth, NS
  • Transport Canada (TC) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Marine Training Program

    Marine training for underrepresented groups
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 9,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    BC, NS, NT, Nunavut, Canada
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  • Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Masonic Benevolence Program

    Benevolent financial support for Masons and families
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $1,500 · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    NS, Canada
  • The McCain Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    McCain Foundation Grants

    Support for community-focused charitable projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • Breast Cancer Support Fund (BCSF) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Meal Support Program

    No-cost meal support for breast cancer patients
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
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  • Arts Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Mi'kmaq Arts Program

    Funding for Mi'kmaq artists and arts projects
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $15,000
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Open Date : August 15, 2026
    NS, Canada
  • Municipality of East Hants logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Municipality of East Hants — General Funding

    Funding for local non-profit community organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
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  • Municipality of East Hants logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Not-For-Profit Insurance Grant

    Insurance support for East Hants nonprofits
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nova Scotia — Export Development Program

    Support for export growth outside Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : June 3, 2026 · Closing date : March 10, 2027
    NS, Canada
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Nova Scotia Farm Loans

    Flexible financing for Nova Scotia agriculture
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen

    Nova Scotia Freshwater Fisheries Research Cooperative

    Funding for freshwater fisheries research in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 90% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    NS, Canada
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nova Scotia Mineral Resources Development Fund

    Advanced mineral development support in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    From $15,000 to $525,000 · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Nova Scotia Department of Energy logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Nova Scotia Trail Funding Programs

    Support for trail projects in Nova Scotia
    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
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    Nova Scotia venture capital tax credit

    Tax credit for venture capital investors
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Finance and insurance
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Clean Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program

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

    NRC — Marine research station

    Marine research facility in Ketch Harbour, Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen

    NRC — Zebrafish research facility

    Industry testing with zebrafish models
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Halifax, NS, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NL, NS, Canada
  • Arts Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Operate - Sustain

    Sustains established arts organizations in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 550,000 $ · Up to 25% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    InnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : March 15, 2028
    NS, Canada
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  • Pictou Mutual Community Foundation (PMCF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Pictou Mutual Community Foundation — General Funding

    Community funding for social and charitable projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
  • Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Plant Your Roots Program

    Support for new farm ownership and loan interest
    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
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Property Tax Rebate for Seniors

    Property tax relief for low-income seniors
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 800 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2026
    NS, Canada
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  • Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — Regional Innovation Ecosystems — ACOA

    Support for business growth and innovation
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Social economy enterprise, Non-financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
  • River Philip Foundation logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    River Philip Foundation — General Funding

    Funding for community, education, arts, youth and research
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    NS, Canada
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  • Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Seafood Accelerator Program

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

    Seafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)

    Supports Nova Scotia seafood businesses in expanding market access
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 99,900 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyHuman ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative
    NS, Canada
  • Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Shared Funds Program

    Funding for local community initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NS, Canada
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  • SkillsonlineNS logo
    Other SupportTax CreditsOpen

    Skills Online Nova Scotia

    Free online skills training for Nova Scotians
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada
  • Nova Scotia Co-operative Council logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Small Business Loan Guarantee Program

    Financing for small businesses through credit unions
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise
    NS, Canada
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    START Program

    Hiring incentives for Nova Scotia employers
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Information and cultural industries, Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    NS, Canada
  • Invest Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Supplier Diversity Certification Program

    Reimbursement for supplier diversity certification costs
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Commercialization
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 14, 2026 · Closing date : February 26, 2027
    NS, Canada
  • Tali's Fund logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Tali's Fund — Research and Family Support

    Support for childhood brain cancer research and families
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Canada
  • The Aki Latvala Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    The Aki Latvala Foundation — General Funding

    Support for charities serving children and youth
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    BC, NS, Ontario, Canada
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Vessel Loan Program

    Loans for fishing vessels, engines and equipment in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada
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  • Wells Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Wells Foundation Cemetery Project Funding

    Funding for cemetery restoration and improvement
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    BC, NS, Canada
  • Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenClosing Soon

    Get Growing Program

    Support for small farm growth in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 1, 2026 · Closing date : September 30, 2026
    NS, Canada