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Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation
Incubation facilities for Nova Scotia innovators
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
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
- Varies by project
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
- Using incubation facilities for business growth.
- Commercializing ocean technologies.
- Conducting life sciences research and development.
- Operating in a clean technology or engineering-based environment.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Emerging technology companies
- Clean technology businesses
- Life sciences companies
- Ocean technology start-ups
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
- Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
- Halifax, Nova Scotia
- COVE, Nova Scotia
Contacts
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:
Emerging technology companies
Clean technology, life sciences, ocean technologies
Facility-based in Nova Scotia
What expenses are eligible under Invest Nova Scotia — Incubation?
Using incubation facilities for business growth.
Commercializing ocean technologies.
Conducting life sciences research and development.
Operating in a clean technology or engineering-based environment.
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