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Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator
Supports seafood product development and commercialization
Funding available
$ 15,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Accelerator Seafood – New Product Creator supports Nova Scotia seafood companies developing new seafood value-added products through a cost-shared model of up to 50/50, with funding based on project scope and deliverables. The stream focuses on market validation, prototype development, scale-up planning, and commercialization support through Perennia technical solutions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Market validation for new seafood value-added products.
- Prototype development and scale-up support to bring the product to market.
- Assessing competition in the product category, investigating packaging options, and conducting sample processing runs at the Centre’s pilot plant for sensory evaluations or feedback from consumers or clients.
Documents Needed
- Completed New Product Creator application form
- Brief business and marketing plan
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nova Scotia-based seafood companies
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Restocking current packaging or reprinting current labels
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
Selection criteria
- Special consideration will be given to participants utilizing seafood waste or by-product in their product.
How to apply
- Complete the New Product Creator application or email seafood@perennia.ca to receive the form.
- Include a brief business and marketing plan with the application.
- Submit the completed application to seafood@perennia.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- Complete applications will be reviewed and presented to the Seafood Accelerator Program Review Committee, which includes representation from the Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture and Perennia.
- The committee may recommend that the application be accepted, denied, or revised.
- Acceptance recommendations are subject to due diligence checks for good standing with the provincial government.
- If approved, the applicant will receive an emailed letter of approval and be contacted by a designated specialist to discuss the project and create a quote.
- The applicant must pay a 20% down-payment before the work is scheduled.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator Program
What is the Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator?
Accelerator Seafood – New Product Creator supports Nova Scotia seafood companies developing new seafood value-added products through a cost-shared model of up to 50/50, with funding based on project scope and deliverables. The stream focuses on market validation, prototype development, scale-up planning, and commercialization support through Perennia technical solutions.
How much funding can be received?
Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator program?
To be eligible for the Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator program, you must:
The applicant must be registered with Nova Scotia Joint Stocks.
The applicant must be ready and willing to complete the commercialization cycle.
The new product must include Perennia Food and Agriculture technical support.
What expenses are eligible under Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator?
Market validation for new seafood value-added products.
Prototype development and scale-up support to bring the product to market.
Assessing competition in the product category, investigating packaging options, and conducting sample processing runs at the Centre’s pilot plant for sensory evaluations or feedback from consumers or clients.
Who can I contact for more information about the Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator?
You can contact Perennia Food and Agriculture Corporation by email at seafood@perennia.ca or by phone at 902-955-0248.
Where is the Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator available?
The Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Accelerator Seafood — New Product Creator is a Grant and Funding