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Business Navigators - NS
Business startup support in Nova Scotia
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Who can apply
People or businesses with inquiries related to opening or conducting business in Nova Scotia.
See full eligibility
Overview
Business Navigators offers guidance for people opening or conducting business in Nova Scotia, helping them understand provincial regulations, requirements, licences, permits, and registrations. It also supports starting and registering a business, inspections, and resources related to financing, taxes, and staffing.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Getting an overview of how to start specific types of businesses, such as a restaurant or a garage.
- Starting and registering a business.
- Identifying required permits and licences.
- Understanding inspection requirements.
- Finding resources related to financing, taxes, and staffing.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- People or businesses with inquiries related to opening or conducting business in Nova Scotia.
Who is not eligible
- General public inquiries not related to opening or conducting business in Nova Scotia.
How to apply
- Complete the Business Navigator Contact Form.
- Submit the form online.
Processing and Agreement
- A Business Navigator will contact you within one business day.
- The Navigator will complete an in-depth assessment of your needs.
- The Navigator will research your requirements, find key contacts, deliver the information to you, and follow up if you have additional questions.
Additional information
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Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Business Navigators - NS Program
What is the Business Navigators - NS?
Business Navigators offers guidance for people opening or conducting business in Nova Scotia, helping them understand provincial regulations, requirements, licences, permits, and registrations. It also supports starting and registering a business, inspections, and resources related to financing, taxes, and staffing.
Who is eligible for the Business Navigators - NS program?
To be eligible for the Business Navigators - NS program, you must:
The request must relate to opening or conducting business in Nova Scotia.
What expenses are eligible under Business Navigators - NS?
Getting an overview of how to start specific types of businesses, such as a restaurant or a garage.
Starting and registering a business.
Identifying required permits and licences.
Understanding inspection requirements.
Finding resources related to financing, taxes, and staffing.
Who can I contact for more information about the Business Navigators - NS?
You can contact Government of Nova Scotia by email at biznav@novascotia.ca or by phone at 1-833-734-1300.
Where is the Business Navigators - NS available?
The Business Navigators - NS program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Business Navigators - NS a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Business Navigators - NS is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Business Navigators - NS?
Business Navigators - NS is funded by Government of Nova Scotia