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Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate
Performance-based support for growing Nova Scotia companies
Funding available
Up to 10% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Who can apply
Innovative, knowledge-based companies with strong growth potential may apply.
See full eligibility
Overview
Payroll Rebate supports project-based companies in Nova Scotia with rebates of 5% to 10% of gross payroll to reward sustainable growth. Eligible projects must create at least 20 incremental jobs, pay above the regional average salary, and meet minimum employment, payroll, and salary targets.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Innovative, knowledge-based companies with strong growth potential may apply.
Who is not eligible
- Projects that are considered to be competitively harmful to existing Nova Scotia business will not be considered.
Processing and Agreement
- In consultation with the company, Invest Nova Scotia determines if the payroll rebate is a good fit.
- The review process generally requires historical and/or projected financial statements.
- It also requires reports on ownership, management, products, markets, and suppliers.
- Invest Nova Scotia may request additional information to assess financial and operational viability.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate Program
What is the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate?
Payroll Rebate supports project-based companies in Nova Scotia with rebates of 5% to 10% of gross payroll to reward sustainable growth. Eligible projects must create at least 20 incremental jobs, pay above the regional average salary, and meet minimum employment, payroll, and salary targets.
How much funding can be received?
Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate program?
To be eligible for the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate program, you must:
Applications must be project-based.
Projects are expected to create sustainable long-term employment and at least 20 incremental jobs (FTEs) in Nova Scotia.
The average salary of the jobs created should be above the regional average, and the applicant’s business must be considered eligible under Invest Nova Scotia’s operating regulations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate?
You can contact Government of Nova Scotia by email at info@investnovascotia.ca or by phone at 1.800.260.6682.
Where is the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate available?
The Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate?
Invest Nova Scotia — Payroll Rebate is funded by Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia