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Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy
Supports export and investment in Atlantic Canada
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
The Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy is a federal-provincial agreement of 20 million dollars over five years to increase exports and foreign direct investment in Atlantic Canada. It supports trade readiness, market research, trade missions, as well as trade shows and events.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
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
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Trade and investment readiness for businesses preparing to participate in international markets.
- Initiatives and training to build trade and investment skills and knowledge, including e-commerce workshops, virtual trade programs, training on free trade agreements, and seminars.
- Market intelligence and research, including operational business plans, sector plans, and strategic plans.
- Trade and investment missions, trade shows, conferences, and events.
- Long-term in-market programs and initiatives, including expansion centers and long-term foreign direct investment programs.
Official resources
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Atlantic Canada
Additional information
- The strategy is based on collaboration between ACOA, Global Affairs Canada, and the governments of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
- A performance measurement framework tracks progress toward the objectives and expected results.
- The main partners exchange trade- and investment-related data to support benchmarking and reporting of results.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy Program
What is the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy?
The Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy is a federal-provincial agreement of 20 million dollars over five years to increase exports and foreign direct investment in Atlantic Canada. It supports trade readiness, market research, trade missions, as well as trade shows and events.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
What expenses are eligible under Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy?
Trade and investment readiness for businesses preparing to participate in international markets.
Initiatives and training to build trade and investment skills and knowledge, including e-commerce workshops, virtual trade programs, training on free trade agreements, and seminars.
Market intelligence and research, including operational business plans, sector plans, and strategic plans.
Trade and investment missions, trade shows, conferences, and events.
Long-term in-market programs and initiatives, including expansion centers and long-term foreign direct investment programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy?
You can contact Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) by email at bis-sie@acoa-apeca.gc.ca or by phone at 1-888-576-4444.
Where is the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy available?
The Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy?
Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy is funded by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)