How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $250000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund

Q: What are Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund's eligibility criterias?

Must be a for-profit business legally registered and operating in Nova Scotia. Must be the end user of the proposed project aiming to improve energy efficiency in commercial fisheries or aquaculture sectors. Must be in good standing with provincial and federal regulatory bodies.

Last Update: July 17, 2025

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Supports energy efficiency and innovation in Nova Scotia fisheries

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $250,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing

Grant Providers

Efficiency Nova Scotia

Status

Open

Overview of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund program

The Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund offers non-repayable grants of up to $250,000 to support innovative projects that increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Nova Scotia’s fisheries and aquaculture sectors. Eligible activities include electrification, renewable energy adoption, operational efficiency upgrades, and sector-wide studies.

Eligible projects & activities

Adoption of renewable energy solutions such as solar, wind, geothermal, or biofuel systems for fisheries and aquaculture operations.
Transitioning vessels and support vehicles to electric or hybrid technologies, including installation of charging infrastructure.
Implementation of operational efficiencies through advanced energy monitoring, equipment upgrades, and facility retrofits to reduce energy consumption.
Conducting studies that enable future projects in electrification, renewable energy, or operational efficiency across the fisheries sector.

Eligibility criteria of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund program

Who is eligible?

Aquaculture businesses in Nova Scotia holding a valid licence and lease from the Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Commercial fish harvesters/businesses operating in Nova Scotia with a valid licence from the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans
Fish buying or processing businesses registered and licensed in Nova Scotia
Businesses or organizations registered in Nova Scotia that directly support the commercial fisheries and aquaculture industries