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ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick
Free bilingual business guidance for Atlantic entrepreneurs
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 27, 2024
- Closing date : July 9, 2024
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
Free bilingual guidance to help businesses navigate programs, regulations, financing, and market research. ACOA Business Information Services supports entrepreneurs across Atlantic Canada with referral services and practical business information.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : May 27, 2024
- Closing date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The ACOA Business Information Services is designed to support business initiatives by providing essential services and resources to start and grow businesses in Atlantic Canada. Eligible activities focus on offering guidance and tools essential for enterprise development.
- Providing personalized business planning information at any stage of development.
- Offering information on various financing options, including loans, grants, and wage subsidies.
- Guiding businesses through understanding government regulations, taxes, and permits.
- Assisting with information on imports and exports for cross-border trade.
- Accessing reliable market research data, including demographics, industry performance, and consumer trends.
- Offering business start-up guides and over 10,000 business templates.
- Conducting professional business plan reviews.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) Business Information Services program is generally available to businesses and entrepreneurs in the Atlantic Canada region, encompassing Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. The services are designed to assist both new and existing businesses with a variety of needs, including business planning, financing, regulatory compliance, import and export guidance, and market research. While specific eligibility criteria for grants under "ACOA programs" have not been provided in the provided context, the services are broadly targeted at supporting business start-up, growth, and development within the Atlantic Canadian economic ecosystem.Who is not eligible
There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
- Companies involved in illegal activities
- Non-profit organizations
- Individuals without a registered business
Eligible expenses
This grant supports a range of business activities aimed at starting and growing businesses by providing crucial information and resources. The eligible projects include planning, financing, legal compliance, market research, and business strategy development.
- Business planning assistance tailored to different stages of business development.
- Access to various funding options including loans and grants.
- Guidance on navigating government regulations related to taxes, permits, and licenses.
- Support and information on importing and exporting goods across Canadian borders.
- Provision of reliable market research information encompassing demographics and consumer trends.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Outside Atlantic Canada
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details regarding ACOA's Business Information Services:
- The Business Information Services are available free of charge and in both official languages.
- A wide array of over 10,000 business templates are available to assist with any business needs.
- Provides reliable market research information, including demographics, potential competitors, and industry performance.
- Offers personalized business planning information and professional business plan review services.
- Guides on different financing options such as loans, grants, and wage subsidies.
- Access to business start-up guides with step-by-step instructions to set up a business.
- Contact support is available via phone or email for assistance in navigating Canadian business resources and program details.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick. 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 Business Information Services — New Brunswick?
Free bilingual guidance to help businesses navigate programs, regulations, financing, and market research. ACOA Business Information Services supports entrepreneurs across Atlantic Canada with referral services and practical business information.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was July 9, 2024.
Who is eligible for the ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick program?
To be eligible for the ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick program, you must:
Applicants must be located in New Brunswick or within the Atlantic Canada region.
Applicants must be seeking assistance for business start-up or growth initiatives.
Applicants should be ready to engage in business planning, financing, and regulatory compliance.
What expenses are eligible under ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick?
The ACOA Business Information Services is designed to support business initiatives by providing essential services and resources to start and grow businesses in Atlantic Canada. Eligible activities focus on offering guidance and tools essential for enterprise development. Providing personalized business planning information at any stage of development.
Offering information on various financing options, including loans, grants, and wage subsidies.
Guiding businesses through understanding government regulations, taxes, and permits.
Assisting with information on imports and exports for cross-border trade.
Accessing reliable market research data, including demographics, industry performance, and consumer trends.
Offering business start-up guides and over 10,000 business templates.
Conducting professional business plan reviews.
Who can I contact for more information about the ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick?
You can contact Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) or by phone at 1-888-576-4444.
Where is the ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick available?
The ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ACOA Business Information Services — New Brunswick is a Other Support