Export Development Program
GrantNova ScotiaUp to $25,000
The Export Development Program provides financial incentives to Nova Scotia businesses to offset costs of export development activities, including travel to international markets, trade shows, conferences, and hiring consultants or service providers. Eligible businesses can receive up to $15,000 CAD per fiscal year, with an additional $10,000 available for priority-sector companies entering new export markets.
What you'll need
- Nova Scotia business registration certificate
- Business plan with export strategy
- Target market analysis and distribution channels
- List of eligible project costs and receipts
- Proof of permanent establishment in Nova Scotia
How it works
What it can fund
- Travel to international markets to visit clients, partners, suppliers, and investors
- Participate in trade shows, conferences, and trade missions outside Nova Scotia
- Host first-time visits from international clients and partners to Nova Scotia facilities
- Hire consultants for market research, business matchmaking, and competitive analysis
- Develop promotional materials and rebrand company for international markets