Updated June 2026

Nova Scotia Business Grants and Funding in 2026

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 Nova Scotia businesses in 2026.

319 programs available

Grant and FundingClosed
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund
Efficiency Nova Scotia
Energy funding for Nova Scotia fisheries and aquaculture
NS, Canada
Closing date : January 9, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
NS, Canada
Closing date : January 9, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Electrical Vehicle Charging (EV Boost)
Clean Foundation
Supports EV charger installation across Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Emerging Renewable Power Program
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Funding for emerging renewable electricity projects
Alberta, NS, Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : April 20, 2018
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Alberta, NS, Saskatchewan, Canada
Closing date : April 20, 2018
Other SupportClosed
Employment Support and Income Assistance Regulations
Government of Nova Scotia
Income and employment support for eligible Nova Scotians
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Energy Training Program for Students
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Energy and Mines (NS)
Funding for Nova Scotia students and recent graduates in the energy sector
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 22, 2024
Closing date : August 31, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 22, 2024
Closing date : August 31, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Environmental Stewardship and Climate Change Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Supports farm environmental and climate resilience improvements
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 31, 2026
Tax CreditsClosed
Equity Tax Credit for Community Economic Development Investment Funds
Government of Nova Scotia
Tax credit for community investment financing
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 35% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
Fertility and Surrogacy Tax Credit
Government of Nova Scotia
Refundable support for fertility and surrogacy costs
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Fertility Treatment Reimbursement Program (FTRP)
Government of New Brunswick
Reimbursement for eligible fertility treatments
NB, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NB, NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Festival Antigonish Foundation — General Operating Support
Festival Antigonish Foundation
Annual operating support for live theatre
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
First Book Canada — Book Distribution Program
First Book Canada
Access books and resources for children in need
NS, Ontario, Canada
Eligible 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 projects
CommercializationBusiness Buyout
NS, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund (FAEEIF)
Efficiency Nova Scotia
Provincial funding for sustainable energy-efficient fisheries practices
NS, Canada
Open Date : October 1, 2025
Closing date : December 11, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : October 1, 2025
Closing date : December 11, 2025
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Fishing Licence Loan Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture (NS)
Loan to purchase fishing licence and gear in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Food Ventures Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia food businesses with quality and safety services
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
France-Acadie Fund
Société Nationale de l’Acadie (SNA)
Support for Canadian students studying in France
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,750 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Frank E. Milne Scholarship
Frank E. Milne Scholarship Foundation
Scholarship for Nova Scotia students with strong academics
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Fulcher Foundation — Discretionary Project Funding (Nova Scotia)
Fulcher Foundation
Support for charitable projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Innovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
GFA Funding Program
Grocery Foundation Atlantic (GFA)
Supports charities helping children in Atlantic Canada
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Closing date : October 1, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Closing date : October 1, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
GoodLife Kids Foundation - MOVE Program
GoodLife Kids Foundation
Free fitness program for youth with disabilities
Alberta, NS, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Alberta, NS, Ontario, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Graduate Grant
Branch Out Neurological Foundation (BONF)
Matched funding for NeuroCAM graduate research
Alberta, NS, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : January 31, 2026
Closing date : March 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 22,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Alberta, NS, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Canada
Open Date : January 31, 2026
Closing date : March 31, 2026
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Grow Where You're Planted Scholarship and Summer Student Position (Casual)
Government of Nova Scotia
Scholarship and summer internship for Black students
Bible Hill, Truro, NS
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $2,500
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Bible Hill, Truro, NS
Grant and FundingClosed
Halifax Foundation — General Funding
Halifax Foundation
Funding for community-benefit projects in Halifax
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
HCi3 Grant Program
HCi3 Fund
Funds community climate projects in Halifax
NS, Canada
Closing date : April 14, 2022
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
NS, Canada
Closing date : April 14, 2022
Grant and FundingClosed
Healthcare Advancement Program
D. Michael A. Rudder and Susan E. Reid Charitable Foundation (RRCF)
Support for healthcare delivery organizations
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
Heating Assistance Rebate Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Heating assistance rebate for Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Open Date : October 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : October 1, 2026
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Grant and FundingClosed
Heritage Incentive Program
Municipality of East Hants
Funding for heritage property restoration
NS, Canada
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
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Honouring Mi'kmaw Roots Scholarship and Summer Student Position (Casual)
Government of Nova Scotia
Support for Mi'kmaw students in agriculture
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $2,500 to $2,500
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Horse Rescue Fund — General Funding
Horse Rescue Fund (HRF)
Funding for equine care across Canada
Canada
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
Grant and FundingClosed
Hossein Mousavi Family Foundation — General Funding
Hossein Mousavi Family Foundation
Support for a community award and student scholarship
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Hossein Mousavi Family Foundation Student Scholarship
Hossein Mousavi Family Foundation, Digby and Area Health Service Charitable Foundation (DAHSCF)
Scholarship for Iranian descent students in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : March 5, 2020
Eligible Funding
- From $2,000 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : March 5, 2020
Grant and FundingClosed
Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), Government of Canada
Funding to address impacts of Hurricane Fiona
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : March 8, 2023
Closing date : July 24, 2023
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Open Date : March 8, 2023
Closing date : July 24, 2023
Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Energy Project (IEP) Bursary
Clean Foundation
Funding for clean economy training and equipment
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Corrosion Detection in Ships Sandbox
Government of Canada
Corrosion detection technologies for naval ships
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 12,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Invest Nova Scotia — Greenshoots
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Funding for early-stage businesses in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Open Date : January 23, 2024
Closing date : February 17, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40 $
- Up to 90% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
NS, Canada
Open Date : January 23, 2024
Closing date : February 17, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Joan Feynman Climate Change Fund
Rural Communities Foundation of Nova Scotia (RCFNS)
Supports rural community climate change action
NS, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Closing date : April 15, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Job Creation Partnerships (JCP)
Government of Nova Scotia, Employment Nova Scotia
Support for Nova Scotia workers’ skills development
NS, Canada
Closing date : June 15, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NS, Canada
Closing date : June 15, 2025
Tax CreditsClosed
Labour-Sponsored Venture-Capital Tax Credit
Government of Nova Scotia
Tax credit for venture capital investors
NS, Canada
Closing date : June 24, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : June 24, 2024
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Land for Housing Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Provincial land for affordable housing projects
Queens County, Sydney, Yarmouth, NS
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Queens County, Sydney, Yarmouth, NS
Grant and FundingClosed
Limestone Trucking Assistance Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for limestone trucking costs
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2024
Closing date : September 30, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 32,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2024
Closing date : September 30, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Low Carbon Communities
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Energy and Mines (NS)
Funding for community-led low-carbon projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 20, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 20, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
LPN Scholarship
Digby and Area Health Service Charitable Foundation (DAHSCF)
Tuition support for LPN students
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $3,000
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Major Special Events Grant Policy
Municipality of East Hants
One-time support for major special events
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NS, Canada
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Marine Training Program
Transport Canada (TC)
Marine training for underrepresented groups
BC, NS, NT, Nunavut, Canada
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
Grant and FundingClosed
Market Opportunities and Diversification Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Funding for agricultural market expansion
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationDigital Transformation
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 31, 2026
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Masonic Benevolence Program
Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia
Benevolent financial support for Masons and families
NS, Canada
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
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia - Multiple Programs (Benevolence, Bursary, Shared Funds, Administrative Funds)
Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia, Masonic Foundation of Alberta (MFA)
Support for charitable and educational initiatives
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
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Meal Support Program
Breast Cancer Support Fund (BCSF)
No-cost meal support for breast cancer patients
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Medicine Scholarship
Digby and Area Health Service Charitable Foundation (DAHSCF)
Tuition support for medical students
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
MRDO Post Doctoral Fellow Awards Program 2026
University Internal Medicine Research Foundation (UIMRF)
Postdoctoral research support in medicine
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 65,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Municipality of East Hants — General Funding
Municipality of East Hants
Funding for local non-profit community organizations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
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Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Net Zero Emerging Concepts and Technologies Research Program
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Supports emerging net-zero clean technology research
NB, NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
NB, NS, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
New Brunswick Digital Media Tax Credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NB)
Tax credit for interactive digital media production in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Up to 30% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Tax CreditsClosed
New Small Business Tax Deduction
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NB), Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Tax relief for eligible new Nova Scotia businesses
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Not-For-Profit Insurance Grant
Municipality of East Hants
Insurance support for East Hants nonprofits
NS, Canada
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
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nourish Nova Scotia — Youth Food Initiatives Funding
Nourish Nova Scotia
Support for youth-led food initiatives in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : June 20, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $20,000
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Closing date : June 20, 2025
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed
Nova Scotia Beef Finishing Equipment Support Program & Nova Scotia Local Beef Processing Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Funding for Nova Scotia beef producers and processors
NS, Canada
Open Date : February 5, 2026
Closing date : April 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : February 5, 2026
Closing date : April 30, 2026
Tax CreditsClosed
Nova Scotia Corporate Tax Reduction for New Small Businesses
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Government of Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia corporate tax relief for new small businesses
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Crown Share Land Legacy Trust
Nova Scotia Crown Share Land Legacy Trust (NSCSLLT)
Supports land conservation in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Crown Share Land Legacy Trust (NSCSLLT) Funding
Nova Scotia Crown Share Land Legacy Trust (NSCSLLT)
Funding for eligible land conservation organizations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
Nova Scotia digital animation tax credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Tax credit for digital animation in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Up to 67% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 21, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Health & QEII Health Sciences Foundation Health Equity Fund
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) (QEII)
Funding for health equity projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : February 28, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
NS, Canada
Closing date : February 28, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Health Mental Health & Addictions Program Grants
Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia
Funding for mental health and addictions initiatives
NS, Canada
Closing date : January 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : January 30, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Local Beef Processing Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Funding for local beef processing projects in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Open Date : February 5, 2026
Closing date : April 30, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : February 5, 2026
Closing date : April 30, 2026
Tax CreditsClosed
Nova Scotia political contribution tax credit
Government of Canada
Tax credit for Nova Scotia political donations
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Recreational Trail Expansion Grant Program
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for recreational trail development in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Closing date : February 1, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 67% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Closing date : February 1, 2026
Tax CreditsClosed
Nova Scotia Research and Development Tax Credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NB), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Refundable R&D tax credit for Nova Scotia businesses
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Up to 15.000001% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 17, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports transformative, innovative projects in Nova Scotia's seafood and agriculture
NS, Canada
Open Date : August 16, 2025
Closing date : September 30, 2025
Eligible Funding
- From $500,000 to $1,125,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : August 16, 2025
Closing date : September 30, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Seafood Innovation and Technology Adoption Program (NS-ITAP)
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Funding for Nova Scotia seafood innovation projects
NS, Canada
Open Date : May 1, 2024
Closing date : February 28, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 99,900 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
NS, Canada
Open Date : May 1, 2024
Closing date : February 28, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship
Nova Scotia Talent Trust (NSTT)
Scholarship support for emerging Nova Scotia artists
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $5,000
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
Nova Scotia venture capital tax credit
Government of Nova Scotia
Tax credit for venture capital investors
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Finance and insurance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Youth Climate Bursary
Clean Foundation
Financial support for youth climate education
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program
Clean Foundation
Fully funded tree planting support in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
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
Grant and FundingClosed
Nursing Scholarship
Digby and Area Health Service Charitable Foundation (DAHSCF)
Tuition support for nursing students
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $7,500 to $7,500
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Offshore Wind Indigenous and Coastal Communities Grant Funding – Call for Proposals (Offshore Wind Predevelopment Program)
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Support for offshore wind community engagement
NL, NS, Canada
Closing date : December 18, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- 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
NL, NS, Canada
Closing date : December 18, 2024
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
On-Farm Water Management Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Support for on-farm water management improvements
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 15, 2026
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Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Options Youth Subsidy Program
Saint Mary's University (SMU)
Wage subsidy for hiring young workers in N.S.
NS, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Closing date : April 1, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NS, Canada
Open Date : July 9, 2024
Closing date : April 1, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Organic Certification Rebate Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Organic certification cost support for Nova Scotia farms
NS, Canada
Open Date : September 1, 2023
Closing date : February 14, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Open Date : September 1, 2023
Closing date : February 14, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
PGFL 2026 Grants Program
Peter Gzowski Foundation for Literacy (PGFL)
Funding for local adult literacy initiatives
Canada
Open Date : February 10, 2025
Closing date : March 21, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Canada
Open Date : February 10, 2025
Closing date : March 21, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Pictou Mutual Community Foundation — General Funding
Pictou Mutual Community Foundation (PMCF)
Community funding for social and charitable projects
NS, Canada
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
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Plant Your Roots Program — Commercial Farm Purchases
Government of Nova Scotia
Interest rebate for new commercial farm ownership
NS, Canada
Open Date : November 3, 2023
Closing date : February 15, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
NS, Canada
Open Date : November 3, 2023
Closing date : February 15, 2024
Grant and FundingClosed
Plant Your Roots Program — New Entrant
Government of Nova Scotia
Interest rebate for new farm ownership
NS, Canada
Open Date : November 3, 2023
Closing date : February 15, 2024
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
NS, Canada
Open Date : November 3, 2023
Closing date : February 15, 2024
Tax CreditsClosed
Property Tax Rebate for Seniors
Government of Nova Scotia
Property tax relief for low-income seniors
NS, Canada
Open Date : July 1, 2025
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 800 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Open Date : July 1, 2025
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Tax CreditsClosed
Public Service Bodies' Rebate for Qualifying Non-profit Organizations Resident Only in Nova Scotia
Government of Canada
GST/HST rebate for eligible Nova Scotia non-profits
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
Rebates for Printed Books, Audio Recordings of Printed Books, and Printed Versions of Religious Scriptures
Government of Canada
Rebates for qualifying printed and audio books
NB, NL, NS, Quebec, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
NB, NL, NS, Quebec, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF)
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Liquidity support for Atlantic Canadian businesses affected by COVID-19
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
River Philip Foundation — General Funding
River Philip Foundation
Funding for community, education, arts, youth and research
NS, Canada
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
Grant and FundingClosed
Seafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood businesses in expanding market access
NS, Canada
Closing date : September 14, 2025
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
NS, Canada
Closing date : September 14, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
Seniors Care Grant
Government of Nova Scotia
Support for seniors’ household and heating costs
NS, Canada
Closing date : March 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- From $750 to $750
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation Human Resources
NS, Canada
Closing date : March 31, 2026
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Shared Funds Program
Masonic Foundation of Nova Scotia
Funding for local community initiatives
NS, Canada
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
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Small-Scale Food and Beverage Processing Equipment Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports small-scale food and beverage equipment purchases in Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Open Date : May 1, 2025
Closing date : August 29, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Technology
NS, Canada
Open Date : May 1, 2025
Closing date : August 29, 2025
Grant and FundingClosed
South Shore Bursary Program
Health Services Foundation of the South Shore (HSFSS)
Funding for health career training in South Shore
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 15, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : May 15, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
St. Martha's Regional Hospital Foundation — Hospital Funding
St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation
Support for hospital healthcare initiatives
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Stevens Family Foundation — General Funding
Stevens Family Foundation (SFF)
Funding for registered Canadian charities
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Strategic Development Initiative
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Heritage funding for Nova Scotia organizations
NS, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Closing date : December 31, 2025
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Student Summer Skills Incentive
Government of Nova Scotia
Wage support for summer student hiring
NS, Canada
Open Date : December 15, 2025
Closing date : January 31, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 9,600 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman Resources
NS, Canada
Open Date : December 15, 2025
Closing date : January 31, 2026
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Tali's Fund — Research and Family Support
Tali's Fund
Support for childhood brain cancer research and families
Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Technology Adoption Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture
Supports technology upgrades for agriculture
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 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
Technology
NS, Canada
Open Date : April 1, 2026
Closing date : May 31, 2026
Grant and FundingClosed
The Aki Latvala Foundation — General Funding
The Aki Latvala Foundation
Funding for charities serving children and youth
BC, NS, Ontario, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
BC, NS, Ontario, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
The Christie-Smith Fund
The Dr. & Mrs. H.E. Christie Community Foundation
Funding for registered charities in Cumberland County
NS, Canada
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
The John Bragg Award for Atlantic Canada
Canada's History Society
Funding for Atlantic Canadian history projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Closing date : April 2, 2026
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationConstruction and Renovation Digital Transformation
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Closing date : April 2, 2026