How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Business Navigators - NS?

Business Navigators - NS is funded by Government of Nova Scotia, Office of Regulatory Affairs and Service Effectiveness

What are Business Navigators - NS's eligibility criterias?

The business must be a new venture in Nova Scotia. The business owner must require assistance with understanding and complying with provincial regulations and requirements.

Business Navigators - NS

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NS, Canada

Help understanding business regulations in Nova Scotia

Business Navigators - NS at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Construction
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services

Grant Providers

Government of Nova Scotia
Office of Regulatory Affairs and Service Effectiveness

Program status

Open

Overview of the Business Navigators - NS program

Get timely information on rules and regulations specific to your business and help understanding how to comply with provincial regulations.

Eligible projects & activities

Business Navigators - NS aims to assist individuals in understanding the process of starting a business in Nova Scotia by providing guidance on regulatory and operational requirements. This includes helping with specific types of businesses and offering necessary resources.

Guidance on starting a business, including understanding necessary regulations, licences, permits, and inspections.
Providing overview guides on starting specific businesses such as restaurants, breweries, and convenience stores.
Offering resources and information on financing, taxes, staffing, and start-up funding opportunities.
Facilitating contact through Business Navigator Contact Form for personalized inquiries and support.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 12,000

Opening a community kitchen to provide meals to the underprivileged

$ 18,000

Establishing a cooperative workspace with necessary equipment

$ 11,000

Setting up a non-profit art gallery and obtaining necessary permits

$ 11,000

Launching a mobile app development business with required permits

$ 11,000

Opening an organic grocery store and obtaining necessary licenses

$ 13,000

Starting an IT consulting business with necessary permits and licenses

Eligibility criteria of the Business Navigators - NS program

Eligibility criteria for assistance from Business Navigators include specific requirements for engaging with the service.

Individuals must be looking to start a business in Nova Scotia.
The enquiry should be related to understanding regulations, permits, licences, or registrations necessary for business operation.
Applicants can seek information on starting specific types of businesses, such as restaurants, garages, or food trucks, among others.

Who is eligible?

The Business Navigator service is designed for individuals or entities looking to start a business in Nova Scotia. This service provides guidance on understanding regulations, obtaining necessary permits and licenses, and addressing inspection requirements. It is especially relevant for those aiming to start specific types of businesses such as a restaurant, garage, brewery, farm, or similar ventures in Nova Scotia. Entrepreneurs seeking to understand the regulatory landscape or requiring help with startup funding can benefit from using the Business Navigator Contact Form to get personalized assistance.

Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that may not be eligible for this grant.

Companies engaged in illegal activities
Non-profit organizations
Individual entrepreneurs without a registered business
Companies with outstanding tax issues
Companies without a clear business plan

Eligible expenses

The Business Navigators program offers support to individuals looking to start specific types of businesses by providing guidance on regulations and necessary permits. These activities are designed to simplify the process of starting a business in Nova Scotia by addressing all essential compliance requirements.

Starting a brewery with a focus on adherence to relevant regulations and permits.
Initiating a construction business by ensuring compliance with required licences and permits.
Establishing a convenience store, covering all necessary registrations and operational guidelines.
Launching a farm with guidance on regulations and necessary permits.
Setting up a food truck by following health and safety regulations and permits.
Beginning a garage with the required operational licences and inspections.
Creating a meat plant with focus on processing regulations and required permits.
Opening a restaurant (food establishment) by understanding food safety regulations and necessary operating licences.
Setting up an accommodation or campground with guidance on compliance requirements.
Organizing an event by adhering to necessary regulations and obtaining permits.

Eligible geographic areas

This program is supported for businesses operating within the province in order to comply with provincial regulations effectively. Its primary focus is aiding companies to navigate the regulatory environment specific to Nova Scotia.

Businesses located in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Eligibility criteria of the Business Navigators - NS program

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:

Business viability and sustainability
Alignment with regulatory requirements
Economic impact and growth potential
Feasibility of the business plan
Entrepreneurial experience and skills

How to apply to the Business Navigators - NS program

Access Business Navigator Contact Form

Visit the Nova Scotia government website or search for the Business Navigator Contact Form online.
Open the contact form to start your query process.

Complete the Contact Form

Fill out all required fields in the contact form, including your personal and business information.
Specify the type of assistance or information you need regarding starting your business.
Provide any additional details that might help the Business Navigator understand your requirements better.

Submit the Contact Form

Review all the details entered in the form for accuracy.
Submit the completed form through the provided submission method, usually by clicking the "Submit" button on the webpage.

Await Contact

Wait for a Business Navigator to contact you for further discussion or clarification based on your details and requirements.

Additional information

There are various types of companies eligible for this grant in Canada. The grant supports businesses in industries such as restaurants, construction, convenience stores, farms, food trucks, garages, meat plants, restaurants, accommodations, campgrounds, and events.