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Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure
Funding to improve sustainability in Atlantic fisheries
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : March 24, 2023
- Closing date : March 24, 2024
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
Get financial assistance for adapting or adopting new technologies, processes or equipment to improve the effectiveness and sustainability of the fish and seafood sector, and for associated training.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : March 24, 2023
- Closing date : March 24, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Atlantic Fisheries Fund supports projects that aim to enhance the seafood sector's infrastructure, promote innovation, and improve scientific knowledge through partnerships. Eligible initiatives focus on investing in new technologies and processes to boost sustainability and global competitiveness.
- Capital investments in new products, processes, or technologies.
- Infrastructure development to support innovative projects.
- Science partnerships between industry, academia, and research institutions.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Applicants wishing to apply for the Atlantic Fisheries Fund must represent entities located in Atlantic Canada, including Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. Eligible organizations typically include participants from the fish and seafood industry or those partnering with it. The fund encourages applications from:- Fish and seafood businesses.- Industry associations.- Cooperatives.- Research organizations and institutions partnering with the fish and seafood sector.- Indigenous organizations engaged in the fish and seafood industry.Eligible expenses
The Atlantic Fisheries Fund supports initiatives aimed at driving innovation and sustainable development within the fish and seafood sector of Atlantic Canada. Eligible projects focus on introducing new technologies, enhancing infrastructure, and fostering collaborations between various research and industry stakeholders.
- Innovation projects encouraging the development of new products and technologies.
- Infrastructure projects promoting capital investments in innovative products, processes, or technologies.
- Science partnership projects that improve knowledge through collaborations between industry, academia, and research institutions.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to companies operating in specific geographical areas associated with the Atlantic region of Canada. Eligible locations are part of a strategic effort to support regional development in the fish and seafood sector.
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The fund encourages collaboration between different sectors such as industry and academia to enhance project outcomes.
- The application process is competitive, and not all eligible projects will necessarily receive funding.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure. 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 Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure?
Get financial assistance for adapting or adopting new technologies, processes or equipment to improve the effectiveness and sustainability of the fish and seafood sector, and for associated training.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 24, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure program?
To be eligible for the Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure program, you must:
Eligible applicants must be part of Canada's fish and seafood sector.
What expenses are eligible under Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure?
The Atlantic Fisheries Fund supports projects that aim to enhance the seafood sector's infrastructure, promote innovation, and improve scientific knowledge through partnerships. Eligible initiatives focus on investing in new technologies and processes to boost sustainability and global competitiveness. Capital investments in new products, processes, or technologies.
Infrastructure development to support innovative projects.
Science partnerships between industry, academia, and research institutions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure?
You can contact Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO).
Where is the Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure available?
The Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Infrastructure is a Grant and Funding