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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund
Energy funding for Nova Scotia fisheries and aquaculture
Latest source updateLast Update: April 16, 2026Latest change: The FAEEIF page now shows an extended Jan. 9, 2026 deadline, new pathway-based funding limits, updated eligibility and scope, and refreshed application/contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: April 16, 2026
Latest change: The FAEEIF page now shows an extended Jan. 9, 2026 deadline, new pathway-based funding limits, updated eligibility and scope, and refreshed application/contact details.
FAEEIF funding, deadlines, and application details updated
The FAEEIF program page has been updated with a new application deadline of Jan. 9, 2026 and Call #3 now open. It also adds pathway-based funding caps and contribution rates, clarifies who can apply and what project types are in scope, and surfaces updated application instructions plus contact options. The terms and conditions page now emphasizes added funding conditions, including ownership/control requirements, duplicate-funding repayment rules, privacy consent, and public disclosure language. Eligible costs are also more clearly tied to the program guidelines, with HST treatment defined.
Funding available
$ 250,000
Deadline
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
- Increase operational productivity
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
Official resources
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
Selection criteria
- First-year GHG reduction per funding dollar
- Innovation and first adoption in the Nova Scotia fishing industry
- Co-benefits and long-term sector impact
- EDIA commitment in the project and organization
- Organizational capacity, work plan, and funding strategy
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the form for the selected pathway.
- Gather the required supporting documents.
- Step 2: Submit by email
- Send the application package to faeeif@efficiencyns.ca.
- Submit before the application deadline.
- Step 3: Review and scoring
- FAEEIF reviews eligibility and completeness.
- The team scores the application and may request more information.
- Step 4: Successful applicant follow-up
- An Energy Manager contacts successful applicants.
- A claim form is provided to proceed with the project.
- Step 5: Claim payment request
- Complete the project.
- Submit the claim form for incentive payment.
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
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