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ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream - New Brunswick - Canada
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ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream

Support for jobs, growth, and clean transition
Offered by
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Official source: canada.ca

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Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Who can apply

Incorporated businesses, primarily SMEs.

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Overview

The Jobs and Growth Fund supported projects that created jobs, advanced a green economy, and strengthened competitiveness across Canada. It offered up to $700 million nationally, including support for eligible activities such as clean technology, inclusive recovery, digital adoption, and critical sector capacity.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop an online presence
  • Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • Non-financial cooperative
  • 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
  • New immigrants & refugees
  • People with disabilities
  • Women & girls
  • LGBTQ+ community
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next Steps

1
Determine your project

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Activities funded

  • Transition to a green economy.
  • Foster an inclusive recovery.
  • Enhance competitiveness and future proof SMEs through digital adoption to improve productivity and automate manufacturing processes.
  • Support and reshore critical sectors and protect Canadian capacity.

Documents Needed

  • Commercial applicants: incorporation documents and ownership information, most recent and last two years financial statements, project plan, business plan, marketing plan or research and development plan, supplier quotes or estimates, relevant permits and licenses, and any other relevant documents related to the project.
  • Not-for-profit and other applicants: constituting or incorporating documents and a list of directors or board members, most recent and last two years financial statements, description of the applicant’s mandate including the management and qualifications of key personnel, HST rebate information, project plan or detailed project description including milestones, costs, financing and key partnerships established, supplier quotes or estimates, relevant permits and licenses, and any other relevant documents related to the project.

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Jobs and Growth Fund application process updated

The grant now emphasizes the MyACOA online application flow, updated supporting documents, and revised contact details.

The application instructions now center on the MyACOA online portal, with updated steps for preparing and submitting the application and clearer guidance on required supporting documents. Contact information and submission endpoints were also updated, and the page wording now places more emphasis on program fit and economic development in Atlantic Canada. The grant’s overall funding, timeline, and core purpose appear unchanged, but the application process and contact details have been materially revised.

Official page

Jobs and Growth Fund

Program guide

sjg applicant guide

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Incorporated businesses, primarily SMEs.
  • Not-for-profit organizations.
  • Municipalities.
  • Post-secondary institutions.
  • Provincial and territorial entities and related organizations, as well as Indigenous organizations including Indigenous-led not-for-profits and Indigenous/First Nation/Métis Settlement owned organizations.

How to apply

  • Download the application specific to the Jobs and Growth Fund.
  • Using the applicant guide as a reference, fill out the application form, save it, and prepare all supporting documents.
  • To submit online, return to the application form page and use the Ready to submit online button.
  • To submit a paper application, print it and mail it with all supporting documents to one of the ACOA regional offices in your province, and keep a copy of the completed and signed application for your records.

Additional information

  • The diversity and inclusion section is a voluntary self-declaration used solely for statistical purposes.
  • Led or majority-led means an organization in which one or more federal inclusive growth groups have long-term control or management of the organization, or an active role in strategic and day-to-day decision making.

Contacts

information@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
1-888-576-4444
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Frequently Asked Questions about the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream Program

What is the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?

The Jobs and Growth Fund supported projects that created jobs, advanced a green economy, and strengthened competitiveness across Canada. It offered up to $700 million nationally, including support for eligible activities such as clean technology, inclusive recovery, digital adoption, and critical sector capacity.

How much funding can be received?

ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream program?

To be eligible for the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream program, you must: Incorporated businesses, primarily SMEs Not-for-profit organizations, municipalities, post-secondary institutions, and provinces and territories and related entities Indigenous organizations, including Indigenous-led not-for-profits and Indigenous/First Nation/Métis Settlement owned organizations

Who can I contact for more information about the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?

You can contact Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) by email at information@acoa-apeca.gc.ca or by phone at 1-888-576-4444.

Where is the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream available?

The ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.

Is the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?

ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream is funded by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)