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Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia
Export funding for Nova Scotia creative businesses
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $30,000 per project, is available for export-focused cultural projects. This funding supports creative and cultural businesses and non-profit organizations developing export capacity outside Nova Scotia.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : December 1, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Export-focused business, strategic, and marketing planning.
- Market research and lead generation in new markets.
- Digital marketing and international branding or rebranding.
- E-commerce development for markets outside Nova Scotia.
- In-market travel, trade shows, showcases, and touring activities.
Documents Needed
- Creative Industries Fund Application Form
- Budget template
- Required supporting documents listed in the application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Creative businesses.
- Non-profit organizations.
- Service organizations.
- Nova Scotia-based applicants in eligible creative sectors.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses working in digital gaming and animation.
- Non-profit or service organizations not focused on eligible arts and culture disciplines.
- Municipalities, schools, post-secondary institutions, libraries, museums, archives, churches, and faith-based organizations.
Eligible expenses
- Business, strategic, and marketing plans.
- Market research, intelligence, matchmaking, and lead generation.
- Digital marketing, branding, and e-commerce improvements.
- Industry development or professional development activities.
- In-market travel and touring-related costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Recurring or ongoing operational activities.
- Employee wages not directly related to the project.
- Administration costs, website maintenance, hosting fees, and monthly subscriptions.
- Capital purchases, GST/HST/PST/QST, and quarantine costs related to travel or touring.
- Projects already funded by the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage or Arts Nova Scotia.
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in the order received.
- Review usually takes 3 to 4 months.
- Applicants are notified if approved, and more information may be requested if needed.
- Funding can stop once all available funds are allocated.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, so early submission is encouraged to ensure consideration before the funds are exhausted.
- Applicants are advised to contact the Creative Industries Fund to discuss their project idea and confirm eligibility before applying, which might affect the success of their application.
- Applicants must include a detailed work plan with timelines, key steps, and dates for completion in their application.
- There is no cost to apply for the grant.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia. 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 Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia?
Up to 50% of eligible project costs, to a maximum of $30,000 per project, is available for export-focused cultural projects. This funding supports creative and cultural businesses and non-profit organizations developing export capacity outside Nova Scotia.
How much funding can be received?
Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia program?
To be eligible for the Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia program, you must:
Registered creative business or non-profit
In an eligible creative sector
What expenses are eligible under Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia?
Export-focused business, strategic, and marketing planning.
Market research and lead generation in new markets.
Digital marketing and international branding or rebranding.
E-commerce development for markets outside Nova Scotia.
In-market travel, trade shows, showcases, and touring activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia?
You can contact Government of Nova Scotia.
Where is the Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia available?
The Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Creative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia is a Grant and Funding