Nova Scotia is creating one of the most competitive and business-friendly environments in Canada. We’re clearing the way for sustainable private sector growth to make this province a more attractive place to do business and encourage entrepreneurship.

The Department of Labour and Advanced Education offers a suite of programs to help employers innovate, including targeted wage subsidies, innovation and productivity training grants; and a wealth of tools and information about running a business that works.

The Department of Business works with partners to support and foster the innovation ecosystem in Nova Scotia. The department administers Invest Nova Scotia, a fund designed to foster innovation and collaboration that improves Nova Scotia’s competitiveness in the global economy. Decisions are made by a board of directors independent of government. The independent fund is designed to empower sectors and communities to achieve incremental competitiveness and productivity through innovative and collaborative projects.

How we can help:

• Export
• Non-repayable Funding
• Research & Development
• Talent