Updated May 2026
Artificial Intelligence Grants and Funding in Nova Scotia for 2026
Accelerate AI R&D, hiring, and commercialization with non-dilutive funding. Find provincial and federal programs tailored to Nova Scotia projects.
In Nova Scotia, organizations can access a diverse portfolio of artificial intelligence grants and funding streams covering research, pilot projects, and technology adoption. Programs span federal sources and provincial initiatives that serve Halifax, Cape Breton, Dartmouth, Sydney, and rural communities. This directory outlines opportunities, eligibility, and application steps to help teams plan AI investments with confidence.
282 programs available
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenCBDC Social Enterprise Loan
Loans for social enterprises in Atlantic Canada
Grant and FundingClosedAtlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI) - Harvester Training
Supports Indigenous commercial fisheries training and capacity development- Grant and FundingClosed
Hossein Mousavi Family Foundation Student Scholarship
Scholarship for Iranian descent students in Nova Scotia 
Grant and FundingClosedNova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program
Fully funded tree planting support in Nova Scotia
- Other SupportOpen
Experience Nova Scotia: A Toolkit
How to grow your N.S. business by developing tourism experiences 
Grant and FundingClosedCorra Foundation — General Funding
Funding for community-led organisations in Scotland
Grant and FundingClosedJoan Feynman Climate Change Fund
Supports rural community climate change action
Other SupportGrant and FundingClosedCNSA Professional Development & Training Bursary, CNSA Travel Subsidy for Members, and Provincial Archival Development Program (PADP)
Partial funding for archival professional development
Grant and FundingClosedCanada-Nova Scotia Targeted Housing Benefit
Monthly rent support for eligible Nova Scotia renters
Grant and FundingOpenSt. John Ambulance Mental Health Literacy Grant
Mental health training funding in Nova Scotia- Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Youth Internship
Subsidized intern to help combat climate changeEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and ClimateHuman Resources - Loans and Capital investmentsClosed
Community Housing Infrastructure and Repair Program (CHIRP)
Forgivable loans for community housing repairs 
Grant and FundingOpenCommunity Recreation Capital Grant
Supports development of community recreational infrastructure with capital funding
Grant and FundingClosedSeafood Expansion and Market Access Program (SeaMArk)
Supports Nova Scotia seafood businesses in expanding market access
Grant and FundingClosedFisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund (FAEEIF)
Provincial funding for sustainable energy-efficient fisheries practices
Researchers And FacilitiesOpenInvest Nova Scotia — Incubation
Incubation facilities for Nova Scotia innovators
- Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Crown Share Land Legacy Trust
Supports land conservation in Nova Scotia - Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
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- Grant and FundingClosed
Indigenous Energy Project (IEP) Bursary
Funding for clean economy training and equipment - Expert AdviceOpen
CBDC Youth Entrepreneurship Development Initiative
Financing and support for SMEs in Southwest NB 
Loans and Capital investmentsClosedFishing Licence Loan Program
Loan to purchase fishing licence and gear in Nova Scotia
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosedCooperative Education Incentive
Wage assistance for university and college co-operative students in Nova Scotia- Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia Black Community Housing Fund
Funding for Black-led housing organizations in Nova Scotia 
Grant and FundingOpenListen, Hear Our Voices — Small projects
Funding for Indigenous heritage digitization
Tax CreditsClosedNew Small Business Tax Deduction
Tax credit for newly incorporated Nova Scotia businesses- Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Science Partnerships
Funding to study ecosystem impacts on Atlantic fisheriesEligible Funding- Varies by project
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation 
Grant and FundingClosedHossein Mousavi Family Foundation — General Funding
Support for a community award and student scholarship- Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Clean Leadership Summer Internships — Nova Scotia
Wage subsidies to hire students looking for careers in the clean economy 
Grant and FundingOpenGrants to Organizations and Groups
Municipal support for community non-profit initiatives
Other SupportLoans and Capital investmentsWage Subsidies And InternsOpenEmployment Incentives Program
Support for hiring injured workers- Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Grow Where You're Planted Scholarship and Summer Student Position (Casual)
Scholarship and summer internship for Black students 
Wage Subsidies And InternsClosedOptions Youth Subsidy Program
Wage subsidy for hiring young workers in N.S.
Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedCentre of Excellence in Observational Oceanography
Advanced training in observational oceanography- Grant and FundingClosed
Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Small Business
Funding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to small businesses - Tax CreditsClosed
Equity Tax Credit for Community Economic Development Investment Funds
Tax credit for community investment financing - Tax CreditsClosed
Nova Scotia Research and Development Tax Credit
Refundable R&D tax credit for Nova Scotia businesses - Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative
Funding to recover Atlantic aerospace sector - Grant and FundingOpen
Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive
Supports Nova Scotia employers with workforce training for innovation and productivity - Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund — Innovation
Supports innovation, infrastructure, and science partnerships in Atlantic fisheries Find tailored funding for your business
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- Grant and FundingOpen
Seafood Accelerator Program — Market Access Food Safety Program
Supports overcoming food safety barriers for market access 
Grant and FundingClosedStevens Family Foundation — General Funding
Funding for registered Canadian charities- Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project
Loans for immigrants to start businesses with support services 
Grant and FundingClosedCreative Industries Fund in Nova Scotia
Creative industry global growth funding in Nova Scotia
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedFestival Antigonish Foundation — General Operating Support
Annual operating support for live theatre
Grant and FundingClosedCanfor High School Scholarship Program
Support for forestry and trades students- Grant and FundingClosed
ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative — Indigenous Stream
Funding to recover Atlantic's Indigenous-led aerospace sector 
Loans and Capital investmentsOpenImpact Your Business — Start-Up Loans
Loans for entrepreneurs in urban Atlantic Canada- Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Health Mental Health & Addictions Program Grants
Funding for mental health and addictions initiatives 
- Loans and Capital investmentsOpen
CBDC Drive
Loan for young entrepreneurs in Newfoundland and Labrador 
Grant and FundingClosedCommunity Investment Grant Program
Funding for community projects and small businesses- Grant and FundingOpen
Planning New Opportunities Program
Business planning support for Nova Scotia agriculture - Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Youth Climate Bursary
Financial support for youth climate education 
Grant and FundingClosedEarly Years Continuing Education Program
Reimbursement support for early childhood training- Grant and FundingOpen
Atlantic Fisheries Fund – Atlantic innovation, infrastructure or science partnerships funding
Funding for innovation, infrastructure and science projects in the AtlanticEligible Funding- Up to 70% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Types of eligible projectsInnovation 
- Other SupportGrant and FundingWage Subsidies And InternsOpen
Hire for Talent
Resources to build an inclusive workforce in Atlantic Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
Operating Assistance to Cultural Organizations
Operating support for Nova Scotia cultural organizations - Grant and FundingOpen
Community Facilities Improvement Program
Support for community facility upgrades Discover how much grant funding is available for your business
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Tax CreditsOpenAtlantic Investment Tax Credit
Supports investments in Atlantic Canada's new buildings and equipmentEligible Funding- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projectsEnvironment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpenCentre for Women in Business
Training and events for Nova Scotia women entrepreneurs- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Seafood Accelerator Program – Quality and Food Safety
Supports Nova Scotia seafood companies in quality and food safety projects 
Grant and FundingClosedAnnapolis West Health Foundation Student Health Related Bursary Program
Bursary for health-related postsecondary studies- Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
AscendBio
Scale industrial biotech and agritech in Canada - Tax CreditsOpen
More Opportunity for Skilled Trades and Occupations Tax Refund
Provincial tax refund for young skilled workers - Grant and FundingClosed
Nova Scotia Local Beef Processing Program
Funding for local beef processing projects in Nova Scotia - Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Land for Housing Program
Provincial land for affordable housing projects 
- Researchers And FacilitiesGrant and FundingClosed
Undergraduate Summer Research Awards (USRA) and Summer Student Research Program
Undergraduate summer research funding for students 
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedTali's Fund — Research and Family Support
Support for childhood brain cancer research and families- Expert AdviceClosed
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Assessments
Support for advanced manufacturing assessments 
Grant and FundingClosedBishop William E. Power Family Charitable Foundation
Funding for faith-based charitable initiatives
- Grant and FundingArchived
Atlantic Innovation Fund — Universities, Colleges and Research Institutions
Funding for R&D in Atlantic Canada - Wage Subsidies And InternsClosed
Energy Training Program for Students
Funding for Nova Scotia students and recent graduates in the energy sector - Grant and FundingClosed
The Aki Latvala Foundation — General Funding
Funding for charities serving children and youth - Grant and FundingClosed
Organic Certification Rebate Program
Funding to help farms become certified organic 
Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosedMarine Training Program
Marine training for underrepresented groups
Grant and FundingClosedSt. Martha's Regional Hospital Foundation — Hospital Funding
Support for hospital healthcare initiatives- Grant and FundingOpen
Nova Scotia’s Community Housing Growth Fund
Supports community housing growth in Nova Scotia
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