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ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit - NS - Canada

ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit

Last Update: July 22, 2025
NS, Canada
Money to future-proof your Atlantic Canada non-profit

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open

Overview

If your business is working on a project to transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, become more competitive and create jobs for Canadians, you could get a non-repayable contribution for up to 90% of the project’s cost.

Financing terms and conditions

The Jobs and Growth Fund offers specific financing arrangements to support eligible businesses and non-profit organizations. These arrangements are designed to facilitate growth while ensuring accountability and effective use of funds.
  • Eligible businesses can receive interest-free repayable contributions for up to 50% of eligible costs.
  • Eligible non-profit organizations can receive non-repayable contributions for up to 90% of eligible costs.

Activities funded

The eligible activities for the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund are designed to bolster regional economic resilience while fostering sustainable and inclusive growth. These projects focus on creating long-term employment opportunities and enhancing the competitive edge of Canadian enterprises.
  • Transitioning businesses to a green economy, including clean technology adoption and production.
  • Increasing business productivity through digital adoption and technological advancements.
  • Strengthening capacity in critical sectors vital to Canada's growth, such as food production and biomanufacturing.
  • Supporting inclusive recovery efforts, enhancing participation from under-represented groups, such as women and Indigenous communities.
  • Investing in projects that adapt to climate change, increasing resilience among SMEs.
  • Enhancing competitiveness by modernizing manufacturing processes through automation.
  • Catalyzing the development of consortia for green economy transitions and technological adoption.
  • Diversifying local capacities to foster future clean growth potential.
  • Supporting market expansion and scale-up activities in traditional and emerging sectors.
  • Facilitating the development and adoption of digital and technological solutions aimed at scaling businesses.
  • Protecting and developing supply chain diversification in critical Canadian sectors.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 135,000
Implementing a solar panel installation program in residential areas to promote green energy
$ 225,000
Launching a tech incubator to enhance digital adoption and market expansion
$ 180,000
Developing an inclusive digital platform to enhance job opportunities for under-represented groups
$ 450,000
Establishing a green housing development project targeting sustainable construction practices
$ 108,000
Developing a digital tool to assist local artisans in enhancing their online presence
$ 72,000
Creating a localized reforestation project to support green economy transitions

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
  • The applicant must be a not-for-profit organization or other eligible entities such as municipalities, post-secondary institutions, provinces and territories, and Indigenous organizations.
  • The project must contribute to job creation and economic growth through specific activities such as transitioning to a green economy and fostering an inclusive recovery.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit include a range of organizations such as:- Not-for-profit organizations;- Incorporated businesses (primarily Small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs));- Municipalities;- Post-secondary institutions;- Provinces and territories and related entities; - Indigenous organizations, including but not limited to Indigenous-led not-for-profits, First Nations as represented by their Chief and Council, Tribal Councils, Indigenous Representative Organizations, Métis and Inuit organizations, and Settlements, as well as Indigenous/First Nation/Métis Settlement owned organizations.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant are associated with activities that support the transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, preserve competitiveness, and strengthen capacity in critical sectors. These include activities meeting specific criteria under these categories.
  • Development and adoption of clean technology
  • Planning and driving clean, sustainable economic growth
  • Catalyzing the development of green regional clusters
  • Supporting businesses to transition to a green economy
  • Supporting businesses owned or majority-led by under-represented groups
  • Increasing the participation of under-represented groups in the economy
  • Development or adoption of digital and technological solutions
  • Investing in technologies to scale businesses and enhance capabilities
  • Supporting scale-up and market expansion activities
  • Developing emerging areas of global competitive advantage
  • Supporting supply chain adaptation and diversification opportunities

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is managed by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), suggesting that eligibility may be related to regions within Atlantic Canada. However, specific geographical areas were not detailed in the provided extract.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection criteria for the Jobs and Growth Fund focus on supporting activities that help transition to a green economy, foster an inclusive recovery, preserve competitiveness through digital adoption, and strengthen capacity in critical sectors.
  • Support the transition to a green economy, including:
  • Development and adoption of clean technology
  • Planning and driving clean, sustainable economic growth
  • Catalyzing the development of green regional clusters
  • Supporting businesses to transition to a green economy
  • Foster an inclusive recovery, including:
  • Supporting businesses owned or majority-led by under-represented groups
  • Increasing participation of under-represented groups in the economy
  • Supporting not-for-profit organizations that provide funding and business services to under-represented groups
  • Preserve Canada's competitiveness and future-proof SMEs through digital adoption, including:
  • Development or adoption of digital and technological solutions
  • Investing in technologies to scale businesses and enhance resilience
  • Strengthen capacity in sectors critical to Canada’s recovery and growth, including:
  • Supporting scale-up and market expansion activities
  • Developing emerging areas of global competitive advantage
  • Supporting supply chain adaptation and diversification opportunities

How to apply

1

Download Application

  • Locate the application form specific to the Jobs and Growth Fund.
  • Download the form to your computer for completion.
2

Complete Application Form

  • Refer to the Applicant Guide to accurately fill out the application form.
  • Prepare all required supporting documents, including financial statements and project plans.
3

Submit Application

  • Use the "Ready to submit online" button on the application page to submit your application electronically.
  • To submit a paper application, print the completed form and mail it with supporting documents to an ACOA regional office in your province.
  • Retain a copy of the completed and signed application for your records.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • A continuous intake process is used for applications, meaning there is no specific deadline for submission.
  • Applicants must ensure all forms and supporting documents are complete to avoid disqualification.
  • Legal commitments or expenses incurred by the applicant prior to receiving approval are the responsibility of the applicant.
  • The applicant must provide comprehensive information about any previous assistance from ACOA to avoid conflicts.
  • All projects must clearly align with one or more of the fund's identified areas of activity, such as the green economy or digital adoption.
  • Consent and certification of the application must be properly attested to maintain eligibility.

Contacts

1-800-561-7862
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Frequently Asked Questions about the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the ACOA Jobs and Growth Fund — Non Profit. 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.

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