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Trade Market Intelligence Service
Market research support in Nova Scotia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Receive critical market and trade intelligence to help you identify export opportunities for your products, services and markets of intelligence.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Access new markets
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Trade Market Intelligence Service enables Nova Scotia companies to explore new market opportunities by providing tailored research insights. This initiative focuses on delivering comprehensive analyses and reports to aid in strategic decision-making for market entry.
- Competitor analysis to assess market positioning and strengths.
- Examination of trade regulations including import and export requirements to ensure compliance.
- Study of market characteristics such as demand, size, value, and trends to understand potential for growth.
- Marketing research encompassing trade shows and promotional events for effective outreach strategies.
- Information on industry certifications and standards for new market entry alignment.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible applicants for the Trade Market Intelligence (TMI) service must be Nova Scotia-based businesses that are revenue-generating with less than 75 full-time employees (FTEs), and are export-ready or planning to diversify exports within the next six months. Additionally, they should be referred by a Regional Business Development Advisor or Export Development Executive.Eligible expenses
The Trade Market Intelligence (TMI) Service provides valuable market research to Nova Scotia businesses, enabling them to expand and diversify within the export market. Eligible activities under this service include comprehensive analyses and strategic insights tailored to the unique needs of businesses.
- Conducting competitor analysis to better understand the market landscape.
- Reviewing trade regulations and import/export requirements to ensure compliance.
- Analyzing market characteristics such as demand, size, value, and trends.
- Conducting marketing research focusing on trade shows, events, and promotional mediums.
- Providing information on industry certifications and standards.
Eligible geographic areas
The Trade Market Intelligence Service is available for businesses that are based in Nova Scotia. Eligible companies should be engaged prior to applying through regional contacts to ensure effective support and collaboration.
- South Shore Region (Lunenburg, Queens, Shelburne)
- Western Region (Yarmouth, Digby)
- Valley Region (Annapolis, Kings, Hants)
- Northern Region (Cumberland, Colchester)
- Northeastern Region (Pictou, Antigonish, Guysborough)
- Cape Breton Region (Cape Breton, Richmond, Inverness, Victoria)
- Halifax Regional Municipality
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Trade Market Intelligence Service Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Trade Market Intelligence Service. 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 Trade Market Intelligence Service?
Receive critical market and trade intelligence to help you identify export opportunities for your products, services and markets of intelligence.
Who is eligible for the Trade Market Intelligence Service program?
To be eligible for the Trade Market Intelligence Service program, you must:
A revenue-generating business based in Nova Scotia.
Less than 75 full-time equivalent employees (FTEs).
Export ready or looking to diversify exports within the next 6 months.
What expenses are eligible under Trade Market Intelligence Service?
The Trade Market Intelligence Service enables Nova Scotia companies to explore new market opportunities by providing tailored research insights. This initiative focuses on delivering comprehensive analyses and reports to aid in strategic decision-making for market entry. Competitor analysis to assess market positioning and strengths.
Examination of trade regulations including import and export requirements to ensure compliance.
Study of market characteristics such as demand, size, value, and trends to understand potential for growth.
Marketing research encompassing trade shows and promotional events for effective outreach strategies.
Information on industry certifications and standards for new market entry alignment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Trade Market Intelligence Service?
You can contact Government of Nova Scotia or by phone at 902-424-8670.
Where is the Trade Market Intelligence Service available?
The Trade Market Intelligence Service program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Trade Market Intelligence Service a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Trade Market Intelligence Service is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Trade Market Intelligence Service?
Trade Market Intelligence Service is funded by Government of Nova Scotia, Invest Nova Scotia