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Community ACCESS-Ability Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

Community ACCESS-Ability Program Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Community ACCESS-Ability Program?

You can contact Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia by email at AccessAbilityGrants@novascotia.ca or by phone at 902 233 8379.

Q: Where is the Community ACCESS-Ability Program available?

The Community ACCESS-Ability Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Q: Is the Community ACCESS-Ability Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community ACCESS-Ability Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Community ACCESS-Ability Program?

Community ACCESS-Ability Program is funded by Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Halifax, NS

Supports community projects improving accessibility in public spaces

Grant and Funding

Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage of Nova Scotia

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Renovate your business/factory

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 50,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Halifax

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Environment

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

Local

Overview

This program offers up to 66.6% of eligible costs, with a maximum of $50,000, to support community-led accessibility improvements. It targets projects focused on enhancing accessibility in various community spaces, including transportation, communication, and infrastructure.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

Improving public space accessibility through tactile paving and signage.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Organizations leading community accessibility initiatives.

How to apply

Contact the Program Officer to discuss your project.Prepare your application with relevant details and documentation.Send your completed application via email or mail before the deadline.Await review and decision, which may take 12 to 16 weeks.

Contacts

AccessAbilityGrants@novascotia.ca

902 233 8379

Halifax, NS, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Community ACCESS-Ability Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community ACCESS-Ability Program. 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.