Updated May 2026
Tourism Grants and Funding in Nova Scotia for 2026
Access programs for marketing, infrastructure, events, workforce, accessibility, and sustainability. Learn eligibility rules and build stronger grant applications.
Nova Scotia offers a diverse mix of tourism grants and funding designed for accommodations, tours, attractions, festivals, DMOs, municipalities, and non-profits. Programs span marketing partnerships, experience development, waterfront and trail infrastructure, workforce training, accessibility upgrades, and sustainable tourism. This directory explains what exists, who is eligible, and how to apply effectively in 2026.
1037 programs available
Grant and FundingTax CreditsExpert AdviceClosedTown of Erin Community Improvement Plan (CIP) & Wellington County Community Improvement Funding
Funding for downtown and property improvement projectsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsConstruction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpenAide financière aux festivals et aux événements touristiques - Stream 4: One-time Events
Funding for one-time tourism events in Quebec
Grant and FundingClosedProfessional and organizational development in museology program
Funding for museum training and organizational development
Tax CreditsClosedTax credit for Gaspésie and selected maritime regions of Quebec
Refundable tax credit for maritime regions
Grant and FundingClosedTourism Relief Fund (TRF) in Western Canada
Funding for tourism adaptation and growthEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovationDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingClosedProject Call for Collection Development for Autonomous Public Libraries
Support for library collection development- Grant and FundingClosed
Programming assistance - arts - organizations
Support for professional arts organizations in Longueuil 
Grant and FundingClosedCultural Funding - Cultural Facilities Fund
Supports upgrades and development of Ottawa's local cultural spaces
Grant and FundingOpenCultural Supports Program — Community Events Stream
Funds to increase community profiles in Northern Ontario- Grant and FundingOpen
Rockland Trust — Community Giving
Community funding for local nonprofits and organizations - Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed
Commercial Energy Audit Program
Incentives for commercial energy audits 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedIAFxCCA Collaborative Pilot Initiative Supporting Inuit Artists
Collaborative funding support for Inuit artists
Grant and FundingTax CreditsClosedCommunity Improvement Plan for Villages
Funding for village property improvement projects- Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Governor General's History Award for Excellence in Museums
Recognition for outstanding museum history programs 
Grant and FundingClosedRestrictions Exemption Program Implementation Grant
One-time support for REP implementation
Grant and FundingClosedParticipant Funding Program - CLSI Licence Renewal
Funding for public participation in a licence renewal hearing
- Grant and FundingClosed
Scholarships from the ssjb foundation
Support for French, history, and Quebec culture 
Grant and FundingClosedBeautiful Plains Community Foundation Grants
Supports charitable projects in the Beautiful Plains community
Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosedFinancial Incentives (Community Grants, CIP, Event Tourism Grants)
Funding for Bracebridge community and property improvements
Grant and FundingClosedThe Mathisen Family Private Foundation — General Funding
Community funding for values-based organizations- Grant and FundingOpen
Local Festivals — Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage
Funding for community festivals showcasing local arts and heritage 
Grant and FundingClosedIndividual Professional Development Program - Culture Mauricie
Support for individual professional development- Grant and FundingClosed
Arts organizations operational assistance
Operational support for New Brunswick arts organizations 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedArticipate — Creation and Development Grant
Support for new artistic work development
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceClosedTourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program — Business Planning and Transition Assistance
Funding for tourism product business planning in the Northwest Territories
Other SupportResearchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationExpert AdviceOpenSynchronex
Québec network supporting innovation projectsEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation