Discover funding, programs and services designed to support business growth and economic development across Canada, including opportunities specific to Nova Scotia.
Resources listing
HR & Workforce Resources
Nova Scotia Works & HR Toolkit
Employers in Nova Scotia are facing increasing recruitment and retention challenges. Demographic trends are having major impacts on the labour market. As fewer and fewer young people enter the workfo…
HR & Workforce Resources
Welcoming Workplaces
Employers who tap into the full potential of the province's workforce by building a welcoming and inclusive work environment are poised to better attract and retain workers and compete more effective…
Employment Funding (Canada-Wide)
National Research Council
The National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) provides advice, connections, and funding to help Canadian small and medium-sized businesses increase their i…
Employment Funding (Canada-Wide)
Canada Business Network
The Canada Business Network provides resources and information to help Canadians get their businesses going and growing. Visit the Canada Business Network web page for wage subsidy programs that may…
Employment Funding (Canada-Wide)
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Digital
Offered by ICTC
Employment Funding (Canada-Wide)
Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ)
Offered by the Youth Employment & Skills Strategy (YESS)
Export & Market Expansion
Invest Nova Scotia
Invest Nova Scotia is the province’s business development agency.
Export & Market Expansion
Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS)
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) helps companies navigate the complexities of international markets and make better business decisions. The TCS is on the ground in more than 160 cities w…
Industry & Post-Secondary
Startup Atlantic
A Different Kind Of Ecosystem In A Different Kind Of Place.
Industry & Post-Secondary
NSCC's Applied Research
Few Nova Scotia businesses know that the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) can help with research and development. If you have a new idea you'd like to research, or a prototype you want to develop…
If you are a small business in Nova Scotia with less than 50 employees, you may be eligible for up to 100% of your training costs to be covered up to $10,000. For larger businesses, WIPSI provides up…
Skills Development & Training
Advanced Digital and Professional Training (ADaPT)
Facilitated by the Toronto Metropolitan University, ADaPT provides training in digital literacy, communications, research, business finances, career skills, and more, and helps new grads compete for…
Digital Nova Scotia Memberships
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With over 400 members and a growing community of 10,000 tech professionals, including leaders across industry, government, academia, and non-profits, DNS is the leading association representing Nova Scotia’s tech sector.
