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Launching a new technology-based venture? Building a promising company? Stepping up your company’s game? Have an innovation that can change the world? We can help.

We help innovative Nova Scotia start-ups commercialize their cutting-edge technologies and succeed in the global marketplace through acceleration programming and non-dilutive funding, early-stage investment, and access to world-class incubation facilities.

Our target start-ups

Our focus is on high-potential start-ups in information technology, clean technology, life sciences, and ocean technology, with a special focus on deep tech—innovations rooted in scientific discovery or advanced engineering. We seek early-stage, Nova Scotia-based companies addressing big challenges in large, growing markets, with experienced leadership, high barriers to entry, and clear, credible plans for success.

A range of financial support

Whether you need investment capital, incubation resources, or acceleration programs, Invest Nova Scotia is ready to provide the support, connections, and expertise to help your business thrive. With our resources, mentorship, and commitment to innovation, we’re building a dynamic ecosystem for startup success in Nova Scotia.

Acceleration Programs

venture capital investments

Incubation support

Invest Nova Scotia’s incubation facilities provide emerging technology companies with much more than space—we offer a supportive community, on-site resources, and flexible leases to enhance success and cut costs. Targeted facilities like The Bays in Dartmouth, The Labs in Halifax, and Start-Up Yard at COVE cater to clean technology, life sciences, and ocean technology start-ups.

Incubation

Incentives, Programs, and Services

Invest Nova Scotia, Greenspring Bioinnovation Hub & Bioenterprise Canada Corporation
GreenShoots is now closed for submissions. The deadline to apply was Friday, February 28, 2025, by 5:00 pm AT. GreenShoots is dedicated to finding and supporting high-potential, early-stage knowledge-based Nova...
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March 13, 2025

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Answer a few quick questions about your business and we’ll direct you to contacts at Invest Nova Scotia, incentives, programs, and services you may be eligible for.

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