Nova Scotia — Export Development Program

• Export Development Program Guidelines
• Export Development Program FAQ
• Claims FAQ - Export Development Program
• Stream 1 Activity Claim Worksheet
• Stream 2 Company Declaration Form

Who is eligible?

• Nova Scotia registered businesses
• Businesses with export growth projects
• Businesses with a permanent establishment in Nova Scotia

Who is not eligible

• Franchisees
• Tourism operators
• Publicly funded organizations
• Non-revenue-generating not-for-profit organizations
• Venture capital and other private capital firms

Eligible expenses

• Booth and floor space fees, conference registration, per diems, and airfare stipends
• Consulting fees and related consultant travel and accommodation
• Eligible travel costs for client visits, trade missions, and inbound visits

Ineligible Costs and Activities

• Costs not listed as eligible in the guidelines
• Personal travel and travel outside Nova Scotia residency rules
• Registration fees to join trade missions
• Printing, swag, publishing, and social media maintenance
• Hardware and software costs

Eligible geographic areas

• Nova Scotia

• Applications are reviewed by Invest Nova Scotia after submission
• Applicants may be asked for missing or follow-up information
• If approved, an agreement is issued and must be accepted within 15 business days
• Claims are paid only after required deliverables are submitted and approved

• Applications are open until June 12, 2026, for projects completed between April 1 and June 30, 2026.
• Details for projects completed between July 1, 2026, and March 31, 2027 will be shared later.
• A claim package must be submitted within 30 days of project completion.
• Approved businesses may be asked to complete a public announcement or disclosure of funding information.