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ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream
Funding to recover Atlantic's Indigenous-led aerospace sector
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
If your business is working on a project to become more environmentally friendly, improve productivity, strengthen commercialization or integrate with regional and global supply chains, you could get a contribution to help with some of the costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This initiative supports activities focused on greening operations, enhancing productivity, and improving commercialization within the aerospace industry. Projects that contribute to these objectives are prioritized for funding consideration.
- Transition towards greener products and operations or environmentally sustainable practices, such as adoption and commercialization of clean-tech products and services or electrification to support a lower carbon footprint.
- Improvement of productivity, including initiatives like advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0, scaling up high potential firms, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, or advancing workforce and skills development.
- Commercialization and integration into supply chains, such as the inclusion of new start-ups and new technologies in key value chain aspects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible applicants for the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative include businesses operating in the aerospace industry, as well as organizations that support them. This specifically encompasses small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), non-profit organizations providing services to SMEs, and Indigenous applicants. Indigenous businesses and organizations have the opportunity to receive up to 100 percent of eligible project costs covered by RDAs under this initiative.Who is not eligible
Some types of companies are not eligible for the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI) grant. Eligible applicants include businesses operating in the aerospace industry, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), non-profit organizations providing services to SMEs, and Indigenous applicants. However, large corporations outside of the SME category may not be eligible for this grant.
- Large corporations outside of the SME category
Eligible expenses
This initiative offers support to projects that aim to advance sustainability and competitiveness in the aerospace sector. Eligible projects focus on green operations, productivity enhancement, and supply chain integration.
- Transition towards greener products and operations or adoption of environmentally sustainable practices such as the commercialization of clean-tech products.
- Improvement of productivity through advanced manufacturing techniques, adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, and workforce development.
- Commercialization efforts and integration into regional and global supply chains, including the incorporation of new start-ups and new technologies into the value chain.
Eligible geographic areas
This initiative is aimed at businesses and organizations that operate within Atlantic Canada, serviced by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Eligible geographical areas are limited to the regions supported by this agency.
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The initiative includes support for the aerospace industry as part of Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan.
- Indigenous applicants can receive up to 100 percent funding for eligible project costs.
- Contributions are generally repayable or conditionally repayable for SMEs, while non-profit organizations receive non-repayable contributions.
- Certain costs may be eligible on a retroactive basis up to 12 months before project application receipt, but not before April 19, 2021.
- Priority is given to projects improving diversity and inclusion within the aerospace sector.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream?
If your business is working on a project to become more environmentally friendly, improve productivity, strengthen commercialization or integrate with regional and global supply chains, you could get a contribution to help with some of the costs.
How much funding can be received?
ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream program?
To be eligible for the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream program, you must:
Businesses operating in the aerospace industry, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Non-profit organizations providing services to SMEs in the aerospace sector.
Indigenous businesses and organizations within the aerospace industry.
What expenses are eligible under ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream?
This initiative supports activities focused on greening operations, enhancing productivity, and improving commercialization within the aerospace industry. Projects that contribute to these objectives are prioritized for funding consideration. Transition towards greener products and operations or environmentally sustainable practices, such as adoption and commercialization of clean-tech products and services or electrification to support a lower carbon footprint.
Improvement of productivity, including initiatives like advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0, scaling up high potential firms, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, or advancing workforce and skills development.
Commercialization and integration into supply chains, such as the inclusion of new start-ups and new technologies in key value chain aspects.
Who can I contact for more information about the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream?
You can contact Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) or by phone at 1-888-576-4444.
Where is the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream available?
The ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream is a Grant and Funding