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 Atlanta / Scale-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
- Export Development Canada
- BDC resources for Canadian exporters
- Trade Commissioner Service tariff information
- Incoterms rules
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.