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ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream
Support for jobs, growth, and clean transition
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
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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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop an online presence
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Youth (<40)
- Women
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
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Transition to a green economy
- Foster an inclusive recovery
- Increase productivity through digital adoption
- Support critical sectors and supply chain resilience
Documents Needed
- Incorporation or constituting documents
- Most recent financial statements
- Project plan or detailed project description
- Supplier quotes or estimates
- Relevant permits and licences
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated businesses, including SMEs and co-operatives
- Non-profit organizations
- Municipalities and post-secondary institutions
- Provincial and territorial entities
- Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant. Not eligible companies include:
- Companies that do not align with the eligible activities outlined in the grant guidelines
- Companies that do not meet the criteria for funding set by the Jobs and Growth Fund
Eligible expenses
This grant supports activities that transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, preserve competitiveness, and strengthen capacity in critical sectors. Eligible projects are designed to help businesses and organizations drive sustainable economic growth and enhance resilience.
- Support the development and adoption of clean technology.
- Help communities and businesses plan and drive clean, sustainable economic growth.
- Partner with organizations to catalyze the development of green regional clusters.
- Work with organizations supporting businesses to transition to a green economy.
- Support businesses owned or majority-led by under-represented groups.
- Increase participation of under-represented groups by supporting not-for-profit organizations with services and training.
- Support the development or adoption of digital and technological solutions to increase productivity.
- Invest in technologies that help scale businesses and enhance their capabilities.
- Support scale-up and market expansion activities in traditional and emerging sectors.
- Develop opportunities to adapt and diversify supply chains in critical sectors.
Eligible geographic areas
- Atlantic Canada
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission based on the information and documents provided.
- ACOA may request additional information or clarification during assessment.
- Applicants receive an acknowledgement confirming receipt of the application.
- A funding decision is made once the assessment is complete.
Additional information
Additional relevant details for this grant include:
- Indigenous-led projects may receive up to 100% of eligible project costs covered.
- The fund had a total national budget of $700 million including $70 million specifically for businesses established after January 2020.
- Though applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, the intake halted once the total funding was allocated.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — 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 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 50% 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:
Eligible organizations and businesses
Project aligns with program priorities
What expenses are eligible under ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?
Transition to a green economy
Foster an inclusive recovery
Increase productivity through digital adoption
Support critical sectors and supply chain resilience
Who can I contact for more information about the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Indigenous Stream?
You can contact Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) 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