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ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
Bilingual staff to help you navigate government programs and services, regulations and permits, taxation, importing and exporting and financing options and can also put together tailored market research packages.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The services offered by ACOA's Business Information Services support various activities essential for business development. These include business planning, access to financing options, regulatory guidance, and market research, among others.
- Business planning and personalized guidance throughout various stages of business development.
- Facilitating access to financing options including loans, grants, and wage subsidies.
- Guidance on government regulations, taxes, permits, and licenses compliance.
- Information and support for managing imports and exports across the Canadian border.
- Access to reliable market research, including demographics, competitor analysis, and industry performance.
- Provision of business start-up guides and over 10,000 business templates.
- Professional business plan review support.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
This context provides information about the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and its Business Information Services, designed to support businesses in Atlantic Canada. The program offers guidance for business planning, financing options, understanding government regulations, and market research. However, specific evaluation and selection criteria for projects under any grant associated with this service are not provided explicitly. Businesses in Atlantic Canada seeking to start or grow with support in these areas can reach out to ACOA through various contact methods. The service is open to a broad range of businesses without clear restrictions indicated.Who is not eligible
There are certain types of companies that may not be eligible for this grant. Eligibility criteria may vary based on the specific grant program, but typically ineligible companies may include:
- Non-profit organizations
- Individual sole proprietors
- Companies involved in illegal activities
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant may include:
- Start-up costs
- Research and development expenses
- Marketing and advertising costs
- Equipment purchases
- Employee wages and training
Eligible geographic areas
ACOA Business Information Services mainly supports businesses within Atlantic Canada. This includes engaging with companies across several specific provinces.
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Additional information
ACOA's Business Information Services offer extensive support resources for businesses in Atlantic Canada.
- Provides personalized business planning guidance regardless of the company's development stage.
- Shares insights on various funding options such as grants, loans, and wage subsidies.
- Offers detailed information on Canadian government regulations including taxes, permits, and licenses.
- Supplies market research data, including demographics, industry performance, and consumer trends.
- Facilitates access to over 10,000 business templates and start-up guides.
- Conducts professional business plan reviews to ensure robust strategic planning.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia. 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 — Nova Scotia?
Bilingual staff to help you navigate government programs and services, regulations and permits, taxation, importing and exporting and financing options and can also put together tailored market research packages.
Who is eligible for the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia program?
To be eligible for the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia program, you must:
The business must be located in Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador).
The services are aimed at businesses seeking support for start-up or growth.
What expenses are eligible under ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia?
The services offered by ACOA's Business Information Services support various activities essential for business development. These include business planning, access to financing options, regulatory guidance, and market research, among others. Business planning and personalized guidance throughout various stages of business development.
Facilitating access to financing options including loans, grants, and wage subsidies.
Guidance on government regulations, taxes, permits, and licenses compliance.
Information and support for managing imports and exports across the Canadian border.
Access to reliable market research, including demographics, competitor analysis, and industry performance.
Provision of business start-up guides and over 10,000 business templates.
Professional business plan review support.
Who can I contact for more information about the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia?
You can contact Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) or by phone at 1-888-576-4444.
Where is the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia available?
The ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia?
ACOA Business Information Services — Nova Scotia is funded by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Government of Canada