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Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation

Incubation facilities for Nova Scotia innovators
Invest Nova Scotia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

Facilities focused on technology innovation and commercialization, especially in the life sciences, ocean technology and clean technology sectors.

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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 strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Health care and social assistance
  • Other services (except public administration)
Location
  • Nova Scotia
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

Invest Nova Scotia's Incubation grant supports projects aimed at helping emerging technology companies grow more robustly and swiftly. Eligible activities primarily involve leveraging specialized facilities and support to foster technological and commercial advancement.

  • Utilization of incubation facilities tailored for emerging technology companies.
  • Participation in specialized scientific infrastructure projects for life sciences industries.
  • Engagement in commercializing ocean technologies at early stages.
  • Access to enterprise-grade network and server hosting facilities to support business operations.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

This incubation program is designed for emerging technology companies, particularly those in clean technology, life sciences, and ocean technologies, seeking a supportive environment to foster growth and success. Candidates include entrepreneurs and startups aiming to partake in a community-driven incubation setting with robust infrastructure support.

Eligible expenses

This grant supports incubation initiatives for emerging technology companies, mainly focusing on clean technology, knowledge-based sectors, life sciences, and ocean technology commercialization. Eligible activities aim to provide infrastructure, support services, and community development for startups to thrive.

  • Provision of enterprise-grade voice and data networks.
  • Access to redundant high-speed internet services.
  • Availability of dependable server hosting facilities.
  • Provision of specialized scientific infrastructure for life sciences.
  • Support for commercialization of ocean technologies.
  • Offering flexible leasing options in incubator spaces.
  • Facilitation of community and on-site support for startups.

Eligible geographic areas

This program supports companies situated in areas where the incubation facilities are located, aiming to foster growth in specific sectors. The eligible areas reflect the locations of these specialized facilities.

  • Companies operating within The Bays area in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
  • Organizations situated in The Labs vicinity in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
  • Businesses based at the Start-Up Yard at COVE, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Contacts

902-424-8670

Frequently Asked Questions about the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation. 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 Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation?

Facilities focused on technology innovation and commercialization, especially in the life sciences, ocean technology and clean technology sectors.

Who is eligible for the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation program?

To be eligible for the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation program, you must: The company must be in the clean technology sector or other knowledge-based sectors for The Bays incubation facility. The company must be focused on life sciences to qualify for The Labs incubation facility. The company should be an early-stage organization working with ocean technologies for the Start-Up Yard at the Centre for Ocean Ventures & Entrepreneurship.

What expenses are eligible under Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation?

Invest Nova Scotia's Incubation grant supports projects aimed at helping emerging technology companies grow more robustly and swiftly. Eligible activities primarily involve leveraging specialized facilities and support to foster technological and commercial advancement. Utilization of incubation facilities tailored for emerging technology companies. Participation in specialized scientific infrastructure projects for life sciences industries. Engagement in commercializing ocean technologies at early stages. Access to enterprise-grade network and server hosting facilities to support business operations.

Who can I contact for more information about the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation?

You can contact Government of Nova Scotia or by phone at 902-424-8670.

Where is the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation available?

The Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation is a Researchers And Facilities

Who are the financial supporters of the Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation?

Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation is funded by Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia

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