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Nova Scotia — Export Development Program

Support for export growth in Nova Scotia
Invest Nova Scotia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : March 5, 2026
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

Get up to $15,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible costs to start exporting outside of Nova Scotia in one of 3 streams: Travel and Virtual Trade Missions, Hire a Consultant, and Digital Adoption.

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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 an online presence
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
  • Open Date : March 5, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Nova Scotia
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant supports Nova Scotia businesses in expanding their sales outside the province through various strategic activities. It offers financial assistance to help overcome challenges related to export growth.

  • Travel to markets outside Nova Scotia for client visits, potential partnerships, and investor meetings.
  • Participation in government trade missions, trade shows, or conferences, either in-person or virtually.
  • Facilitating visits by foreign clients, potential partners, or investors to the business's facilities in Nova Scotia.
  • Hiring consultants or service providers to address barriers to exporting products or services.
  • Accessing expert services to enhance competitiveness, including business matchmaking, market research, re-branding, and developing promotional materials.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

To apply for the Export Development Program, businesses must be registered in Nova Scotia, have a permanent establishment and workforce primarily in Nova Scotia, be engaged or planning to engage in export activities, and have a business plan targeting external markets. They must be in good standing with no legal issues or defaults on financial assistance under other provincial programs.

Who is not eligible

There are certain types of companies that are not eligible for the Export Development Program grant:

  • Companies without a permanent establishment in Nova Scotia
  • Companies not engaged in commercial activities outside Nova Scotia
  • Companies with outstanding or pending claims/litigation, injunctions, judgments, orders, legal or administrative actions
  • Companies in default of obligations under any other form of financial assistance or incentive program from Invest Nova Scotia
  • Companies and their related entities limited to funding for one business only at the sole discretion of Invest Nova Scotia

Eligible expenses

The Export Development Program provides funding to Nova Scotia businesses to enhance their export capabilities and competitiveness. Projects eligible for this grant encompass a range of activities aimed at expanding market reach and improving business operations.

  • Travel to markets outside Nova Scotia for client meetings, collaborations, and participation in trade missions.
  • Engagement in trade shows and conferences, either in-person or virtually, to showcase products and services.
  • Hosting foreign clients, potential partners, or investors at the business's facilities in Nova Scotia.
  • Contracting consultants or service providers to tackle market entry challenges and enhance competitiveness through services like market research, business matchmaking, or rebranding.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant program is designed for businesses registered and primarily operating within Nova Scotia. It aims to foster local economic growth and enhance competitiveness in international markets.

  • Businesses must have a permanent establishment in Nova Scotia.
  • Most of the workforce should reside in Nova Scotia.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for the Export Development Program:

  • The application intake period ends when funding is fully subscribed, which could be before January 14, 2025.
  • International travel for invited foreign clients, potential partners, or investors must adhere to the Government of Canada’s travel advisories.

Contacts

info@investnovascotia.ca
902.424.8670

Frequently Asked Questions about the Nova Scotia — Export Development Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nova Scotia — Export Development Program. 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 Nova Scotia — Export Development Program?

Get up to $15,000 to cover up to 50% of eligible costs to start exporting outside of Nova Scotia in one of 3 streams: Travel and Virtual Trade Missions, Hire a Consultant, and Digital Adoption.

How much funding can be received?

Nova Scotia — Export Development Program Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Nova Scotia — Export Development Program program?

To be eligible for the Nova Scotia — Export Development Program program, you must: Be a Nova Scotia registered business in good standing. Have a permanent establishment in Nova Scotia. Have no outstanding claims or legal actions against the business.

What expenses are eligible under Nova Scotia — Export Development Program?

This grant supports Nova Scotia businesses in expanding their sales outside the province through various strategic activities. It offers financial assistance to help overcome challenges related to export growth. Travel to markets outside Nova Scotia for client visits, potential partnerships, and investor meetings. Participation in government trade missions, trade shows, or conferences, either in-person or virtually. Facilitating visits by foreign clients, potential partners, or investors to the business's facilities in Nova Scotia. Hiring consultants or service providers to address barriers to exporting products or services. Accessing expert services to enhance competitiveness, including business matchmaking, market research, re-branding, and developing promotional materials.

Who can I contact for more information about the Nova Scotia — Export Development Program?

You can contact Government of Nova Scotia by email at info@investnovascotia.ca or by phone at 902.424.8670.

Where is the Nova Scotia — Export Development Program available?

The Nova Scotia — Export Development Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the Nova Scotia — Export Development Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Nova Scotia — Export Development Program is a Grant and Funding

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