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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund
Energy funding for Nova Scotia fisheries and aquaculture
Last Update: May 22, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 9, 2026
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Non-repayable support for energy efficiency and innovation in Nova Scotia fisheries and aquaculture. Funding helps projects in electrification, renewable energy, operational efficiency, and studies that enable future work.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : January 9, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Electrification of vessels, support vehicles, and charging infrastructure
- Adoption of renewable energy systems for fisheries operations
- Operational efficiency upgrades in facilities and equipment
- Studies that enable future projects under the other pathways
Documents Needed
- Completed path-specific application form
- Incorporation documents
- Supplier or project quotes
- Operating permits and licences
- Detailed GHG calculations
- Relevant utility bills or costs
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Aquaculture businesses in Nova Scotia
- Commercial fish harvesters and fish businesses in Nova Scotia
- Fish buying and processing businesses registered in Nova Scotia
- Businesses or organizations in Nova Scotia that directly support the fisheries and aquaculture sectors
Who is not eligible
- Businesses outside Nova Scotia
- Applicants that are not the end user of the project
- Ongoing, initiated, or already implemented projects
Eligible expenses
- Equipment, materials, and labor for project implementation
- Engineering, consulting, and other professional services
- Project evaluation, monitoring, and reporting costs
- Permitting, regulatory, and certification fees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Base case project costs
- General operating or administrative expenses
- Fines, penalties, and legal fees
- Costs incurred before funding agreement approval
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and completeness.
- Applications are scored by the FAEEIF team and reviewed by the Steering Committee.
- Top-scored projects are reviewed against expected fund outcomes.
- Funding recommendations are submitted for ministerial approval.
- Successful applicants receive a claim form and must enter a funding agreement.
- After project completion, a claim is submitted and quality assurance may be completed before payment.
Additional information
- Successful applicants must complete a Net Zero Roadmap survey.
- Operational energy data must be provided as a funding condition.
- Applications are accepted in calls, except Study Path files.
- One project per applicant organization is allowed per round.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund. 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 Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund?
Non-repayable support for energy efficiency and innovation in Nova Scotia fisheries and aquaculture. Funding helps projects in electrification, renewable energy, operational efficiency, and studies that enable future work.
How much funding can be received?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund program, you must:
End user of the project
Legally able to operate in Nova Scotia
In good standing with FALB
What expenses are eligible under Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund?
Electrification of vessels, support vehicles, and charging infrastructure
Adoption of renewable energy systems for fisheries operations
Operational efficiency upgrades in facilities and equipment
Studies that enable future projects under the other pathways
Who can I contact for more information about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund?
You can contact Efficiency Nova Scotia by email at faeeif@efficiencyns.ca or by phone at 18779996035.
Where is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund available?
The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund is a Grant and Funding