Nova Scotia Business Grants and Funding in 2026

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

352 programs

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
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Health Mental Health & Addictions Program Grants
Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia
Mental health services and supports funding
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Local Beef Processing Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Funding for local beef processing projects in Nova Scotia
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
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
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
Tax CreditsClosed
Nova Scotia Research and Development Tax Credit
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NB), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Nova Scotia Office of Gaelic Affairs, Nova Scotia Department of Seniors and Long-Term Care
Refundable R&D tax credit for Nova Scotia companies
Eligible Funding
Up to 15.000001% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
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Nova Scotia Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Supports resilient agricultural land management
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 30,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
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
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
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
NS, Canada
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
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Trails Engineering Assistance Grant Program
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Funding for trail engineering support
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Youth Climate Bursary
Clean Foundation
Financial support for youth climate education
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
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On-Farm Resiliency Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Funding for farm resilience projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
NS, Canada
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed
On-Farm Water Management Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Support for on-farm water management improvements
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
Grant and FundingClosed
Operate - Activate
Arts Nova Scotia
Operating support for arts organizations
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Operating Assistance to Cultural Organizations
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Operating support for Nova Scotia cultural organizations
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Perennia — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia farmers adopting climate-friendly practices
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
NS, Canada
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PGFL 2026 Grants Program
Peter Gzowski Foundation for Literacy (PGFL)
Funding for local adult literacy initiatives
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 60,000 $
Eligible Industries
Educational services
Types of eligible projects
Technology
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Planning New Opportunities Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (SCAP), Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Business planning support for Nova Scotia agriculture
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesClosed
Productivity and Innovation Voucher Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia
Support for innovation projects with post-secondary partners
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyInnovation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
Tax CreditsClosed
Public Service Bodies' Rebate for Charities Resident Only in Nova Scotia
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
GST/HST rebate guidance for Nova Scotia charities
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Quebec–Nova Scotia Project Call
Government of Québec
Joint Quebec–Nova Scotia initiatives for the Canadian Francophonie
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 150,000 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
NS, Quebec, Canada
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Reciprocity Health Fund
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS)
Funding for community health initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Rediscover Main Streets
Government of Canada
Community funding for vibrant main streets
Eligible Funding
From $25,000 to $500,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NB, NL, NS, PE, 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
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Seafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies with market-focused projects
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports seafood market access through food safety support
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
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Grant and FundingClosed
Seniors Care Grant
Government of Nova Scotia
Support for seniors’ household and heating costs
Eligible Funding
From $750 to $750
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
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
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
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
NS, Canada
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Solicited call for funding to support airport orientation and community-based services under the Migrant Worker Support Program
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Funding for migrant worker support services
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Eligible Industries
Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Public or Parapublic institution, Non-profit
Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
South Shore Bursary Program
Health Services Foundation of the South Shore (HSFSS)
Funding for health career training in South Shore
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 7,500 $
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Springboard Atlantic — Atlantic IP Advantage
Springboard Atlantic
IP support for Atlantic start-ups
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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Strategic Development Initiative
Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia
Heritage funding for Nova Scotia organizations
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Student Summer Skills Incentive
Government of Nova Scotia, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Wage support for summer student hiring
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 9,600 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyHuman Resources
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Social economy enterprise
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund
Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities, Government of Nova Scotia (SCCF), Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund (SCCF)
Funding for local climate action in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
From $75,000 to $1,000,000 · Up to 80% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Technology Adoption Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Supports technology upgrades for agriculture
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
Grant and FundingClosed
The John Bragg Award for Atlantic Canada
Canada's History Society
Funding for Atlantic Canadian history projects
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
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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The Nova Scotia Beef Initiative
Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation
Supports local beef processing in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
The Theodore Prize
Beaverbrook Art Gallery (BAG)
Annual award for Atlantic Canadian visual artists
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Eligible Industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Types of eligible projects
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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Tourism Digital Assistance Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Tourism Nova Scotia
Funding for digital marketing in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Eligible Industries
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Digital Transformation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Growth Program in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Supports Atlantic Canadian tourism projects and year-round experiences
Eligible Funding
Up to 15% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Atlantic Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Supports tourism adaptation and recovery
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 500,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
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Grant and FundingClosed
Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program
Town of Antigonish
Funding for community groups and local housing projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Other services (except public administration), Public administration
Types of eligible projects
Construction and Renovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit
Antigonish, NS, Canada
Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingClosed
Undergraduate Summer Research Awards (USRA) and Summer Student Research Program
University Internal Medicine Research Foundation (UIMRF)
Undergraduate summer research funding for students
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 6,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Legal Structure
Public or Parapublic institution
Timeline
Open Date : October 25, 2026 · Closing date : January 15, 2027
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Unpuzzling: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation (Atlantic Companies Only)
Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)
Support for sustainable food manufacturing improvements
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NB, NL, NS, PE, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Value-adding Equipment Program
Government of Nova Scotia
Funding for agricultural and agri-food businesses in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Commercialization
Legal Structure
For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
NS, Canada
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Veterinary Student Placement Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Support for veterinary student placements in rural Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
From $2,500 to $6,000
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Human Resources
NS, Canada
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Grant and FundingClosed
Wellness Fund
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) (QEII), Government of Ontario
Mental health funding for Ontario agriculture
Eligible Funding
From $500 to $3,500 · Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
West Hants Community Fund
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS)
Funding for local Hants West initiatives
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Wine and Grape Industry Development Program
Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Funding for Nova Scotia wine and grape businesses
Eligible Funding
Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive
Government of Nova Scotia, Labour and Advanced Education (NS), Finance and Treasury Board (NS)
Supports workforce development and productivity in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
From $5,000 to $100,000 · Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
Legal Structure
For-profit business
NS, Canada
Grant and FundingClosed
Yarmouth Area Community Fund
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS)
Community funding for Yarmouth-area local causes
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
All industries
Types of eligible projects
Legal Structure
Non-profit
NS, Canada
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Youth Climate Action Fund
Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact Fund (HCi3), Bloomberg Philanthropies, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Micro-grants for youth climate projects
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Utilities, Construction, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Legal Structure
Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
Halifax, NS, Canada
Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Aquaculture Loan Program
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture (NS)
Loan for aquaculture businesses in Nova Scotia
Eligible Funding
Varies by project
Eligible Industries
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Types of eligible projects
Business Buyout
Legal Structure
Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
NS, Canada

Nova Scotia Business Grants and Funding in 2026

Nova Scotia Health & QEII Health Sciences Foundation Health Equity Fund

Nova Scotia Health Mental Health & Addictions Program Grants

Nova Scotia Local Beef Processing Program

Nova Scotia Recreational Trail Expansion Grant Program

Nova Scotia Research and Development Tax Credit

Get Nova Scotia grants for your business

Nova Scotia Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program

Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund

Nova Scotia Seafood Innovation and Technology Adoption Program (NS-ITAP)

Nova Scotia Trails Engineering Assistance Grant Program

Nova Scotia Youth Climate Bursary

Discovery at scale.

On-Farm Resiliency Program

On-Farm Water Management Program

Operate - Activate

Operating Assistance to Cultural Organizations

Perennia — On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)

Turn funding opportunities in Nova Scotia into strong applications

PGFL 2026 Grants Program

Planning New Opportunities Program

Productivity and Innovation Voucher Program

Public Service Bodies' Rebate for Charities Resident Only in Nova Scotia

Quebec–Nova Scotia Project Call

Your AI grant expert.

Reciprocity Health Fund

Rediscover Main Streets

Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF)

Seafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety

Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program

Need help applying for grants in Nova Scotia?

Seniors Care Grant

Small-Scale Food and Beverage Processing Equipment Program

Solicited call for funding to support airport orientation and community-based services under the Migrant Worker Support Program

South Shore Bursary Program

Springboard Atlantic — Atlantic IP Advantage

Never miss an opportunity.

Strategic Development Initiative

Student Summer Skills Incentive

Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund

Technology Adoption Program

The John Bragg Award for Atlantic Canada

Find funding programs in Nova Scotia that fit your project

The Nova Scotia Beef Initiative

The Theodore Prize

Tourism Digital Assistance Program

Tourism Growth Program in Atlantic Canada

Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Atlantic Canada

Data-driven strategy.

Town of Antigonish — Community Grant Program

Undergraduate Summer Research Awards (USRA) and Summer Student Research Program

Unpuzzling: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation (Atlantic Companies Only)

Value-adding Equipment Program

Veterinary Student Placement Program

Get Nova Scotia grants for your business

Wellness Fund

West Hants Community Fund

Wine and Grape Industry Development Program

Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive

Yarmouth Area Community Fund

Discovery at scale.

Youth Climate Action Fund

Aquaculture Loan Program