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Reach New Markets: A Guide to Invest Nova Scotia’s Programs and Resources

Reach New Markets

A Guide to Programs and Resources

As the trade landscape evolves, Nova Scotia businesses are facing new challenges. At Invest Nova Scotia, we are committed to providing the support and information needed to navigate these uncertainties. We have programs and services to help companies reach new markets outside Nova Scotia. We also have a team working across the province ready to help.

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Find the right markets to target

Trade Market Intelligence (TMI) Service

Successful market expansion starts with the right data and analysis. With a team of sector specialists and access to leading proprietary research, our TMI service delivers critical market and trade intelligence, helping companies evaluate options and make informed decisions.

Find the right export program for your business

Export Development Program (EDP)

EDP helps companies reach new markets beyond Nova Scotia by providing funding for travel to client meetings, trade shows, and conferences. It also supports businesses to connect with partners, suppliers and investors, hire consultants to overcome export challenges, and adopt technology to digitize operations.

Market Entry Development Program (MEDP)

MEDP connects companies with trade consultants on the ground in Europe and Asia to build a sales pipeline. MEDP focuses on markets with existing Canadian trade agreements, helping businesses increase sales in established regions.

Trade Missions / Trade Mission Calendar

In-person and online trade missions around the globe offer Nova Scotia companies valuable ways to find new buyers, customers, suppliers and partners, or attract investment and capital.

Supplier Diversity Certification Pilot Program

Guidance through diverse business enterprise and export certification, trade missions to new markets, access to government programs and services, and export education and training.

Scale-up Hub AtlantaScale-up Hub Cambridge / Scale-up Hub Houston

Our Scale-up Hub programs offer guided entry for Atlantic Canadian tech companies into the Atlanta, Cambridge, and Houston markets, including the dedicated services of an in-market business development professional.

Learn about the specifics of selling in new markets

In-person and Virtual Workshops

No matter where you are in your business journey, our variety of workshops and courses give you the export readiness skills and expertise you need to help your business succeed.

The Launch Export Atlantic Incubator

Looking for practical information and training on how to grow through export? With export information sessions, one-on-one coaching, and an educational trade mission, this virtual program supports your business as you expand your sales outside of Nova Scotia.


Download our new markets program brochure (PDF, 2 MB)


Export Resources


Program spotlight: Export Development Program

Whether you're looking to attend trade shows, develop market-entry strategies, or connect with new customers, EDP helps you scale outside Nova Scotia. Get funding to explore export opportunities, access expert guidance to determine new markets and strengthen your export market strategy.

Apply by February 28, 2025

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