Disclosures: Innovation Rebate Program 2026/27

The following Innovation Rebate Program incentives were announced during the fiscal year of 2026/27.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026  

Invest Nova Scotia has approved a business development incentive, in the form of an innovation rebate, for Andritz Fabrics and Rolls Ltd. in Kentville, Kings County.

The facility produces forming and drying fabrics used in the manufacturing of various paper products, it is also the company's only forming and dryer fabric production plant in North America.  

Andritz Fabrics and Rolls Ltd. is undertaking a capital investment project that includes expanding dryer spiral production, with new coiling machines and an assembly table, and a new climate-controlled space. The company is also investing in new warping equipment to update and improve its forming production. The company expects to increase production capacity at its Kentville facility, improve efficiency, reduce lead times, decrease waste, and support growth in export markets.  

Andritz is eligible to earn a maximum innovation rebate of $425,000 in completion of its project, based on eligible capital spending of $1,700,000. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs. 

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.    

About Invest Nova Scotia     
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors — defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.    

Media Contact:   
Andrew Schnare 
Director of Operations, Andritz 
902.678.7311 ext. 238 
andrew.schnare@andritz.com

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Tuesday, July 28, 2026  

Invest Nova Scotia has approved a business development incentive, in the form of an innovation rebate, for Cripps & Sons Woodworking Inc. in Tatamagouche, Colchester County.  

Cripps & Sons Woodworking Inc., a custom cabinetry manufacturer, is investing in new manufacturing equipment and workflow systems, including a gantry system, conveyor system, colour lab, edge banders, and a six-sided drilling machine.

The project is expected to modernize operations, improve productivity, and support long-term growth. By increasing manufacturing capacity by about 30 percent, the company anticipates it will complete more cabinetry and millwork projects across Atlantic Canada. The project is also expected to improve efficiency by reducing production and assembly times, allowing for faster project delivery and better responsiveness to customer demand. In addition, more precise manufacturing technologies and streamlined processes are expected to reduce material waste by up to 15 percent, supporting more sustainable operations.  

The company is eligible for a maximum innovation rebate of $96,581 upon project completion, based on eligible capital spending of $386,323.47. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs.  

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.    

About Invest Nova Scotia     
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors — defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.    

Media Contact:  
Margaret Cripps, Office & Special Projects Manager 
Cripps & Sons Woodworking Inc.  
902.759.4595  
accounts@crippsandsons.ca
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026 

Invest Nova Scotia has approved a business development incentive, in the form of an innovation rebate, for Maritime Gourmet Mushrooms Inc. in Debert, Colchester County.

Maritime Gourmet Mushrooms will be proceeding with a $1,950,000 capital investment in advanced automation and production technology, including the purchase of robotic arms and related intelligent control systems. The investment will support the company’s ongoing modernization of its specialty mushroom production operations, improving efficiency, consistency, scalability, and competitiveness.

The project will incorporate robotics, automation, and AI-enabled technologies to streamline key production processes and support higher-value manufacturing within Nova Scotia’s agri-food sector. The investment is expected to increase production capacity by approximately 30 percent while positioning the company to pursue expanded export opportunities, including European markets.

The project will also support environmental improvements through better resource utilization, a reduction of production waste, and enhanced recovery and recycling of production materials. By investing in advanced technology at its Debert facility, Maritime Gourmet Mushrooms expects to strengthen its position as an innovative food producer and contribute to the growth of Nova Scotia’s value-added agriculture sector.

The company is eligible for a maximum innovation rebate of $243,750 upon project completion, based on eligible capital spending of $975,000. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs. 

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.   

About Invest Nova Scotia    
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors — defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.   

Media Contact: 
Jason Giffin
President, Maritime Gourmet Mushrooms Inc.
902.809.5253
maritimegourmet@gmail.com

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Tuesday, June 30, 2026  

Invest Nova Scotia has approved a business development incentive, in the form of an innovation rebate, for LED Roadway Lighting Ltd. in Amherst, Cumberland County. 

Founded in 2007, LED Roadway Lighting Ltd. is a Canadian clean technology company specializing in energy efficient LED streetlighting and smart infrastructure, with more than 1.5 million streetlights produced for over 65 countries. The company is undertaking a $651,483 total project to upgrade its manufacturing and IT infrastructure. 

This investment will fund advanced manufacturing equipment—such as Surface Mount Technology (SMT), dispensing systems, specialized tooling, and enhanced testing—to support electronics production. It will also upgrade IT systems, including the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, network hardware, and Microsoft 365, to increase automation, improve cybersecurity, and boost efficiency. Expected results include entering 2–3 new markets, increasing production capacity by 30–40 percent, reducing cycle times by 10–15 percent, and cutting material waste by 15–20 percent. 

The company is eligible to earn a maximum innovation rebate of $81,435 in completion of its project, based on eligible capital spending of $325,741.50. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs.  

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.   

About Invest Nova Scotia     
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors — defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.    

Media Contact:   
Dave Scott 
VP Operations, Co-CEO, LED Roadway Lighting Ltd. 
1.902.694.2885 
Dscott@ledroadwaylighting.com

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Tuesday, June 23, 2026  

Invest Nova Scotia has approved a business development incentive, in the form of an innovation rebate, for Velocity Machining and Welding Inc. in Dartmouth, Halifax Regional Municipality.

Founded in 2000, Velocity Machining and Welding Inc. specializes in precision machined and welded components for aerospace and defence, ocean technology, power generation, transportation, mining and forestry sectors. The company is undertaking a project to purchase and install an automated universal CNC mill/turn machining center.

The investment is expected to enhance the company’s competitiveness by increasing automation, and advanced machining capabilities, to enable higher throughput and more efficient use of resources. Improved precision is also expected to minimize and eliminate inefficiencies associated with the current production methods, resulting in more streamlined operations. Collectively, these improvements are anticipated to shorten lead times, enabling the company to better support clients in global markets, and capitalize on growing international demand.

The company is eligible to earn a maximum innovation rebate of $437,500 in completion of its project, based on eligible capital spending of $1,750,000. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs.  

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.    

About Invest Nova Scotia     
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors — defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.    

Media Contact:   
Sean MacPhee 
President, Velocity Machining & Welding Inc.  
1.902.434.4428 
sean@velocitymachining.ca

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026 

Invest Nova Scotia has approved a business development incentive, in the form of an innovation rebate, for Mansteel Rebar Ltd. in Amherst, Cumberland County. 

Mansteel Rebar Ltd. specializes in engineering, fabrication, and installation of reinforcing steel (rebar), and services clients throughout Atlantic Canada. The company established a new 15,000-square-foot facility in Amherst in 2025 and is expanding this facility to undertake the second part of its growth.  

This second phase will grow the Amherst facility to meet increasing demand for reinforced steel in Nova Scotia. The project includes expanding the plant, improving workflow, and adding high-capacity equipment. A key upgrade is an automated shear line, which will increase cutting speed, precision, and overall production capacity, fully integrated with the company’s digital systems. Additional overhead cranes will further improve material handling and support higher output. 

This investment is expected to help the company supply more of Nova Scotia’s rebar demand, increase monthly production by about 50 per cent, improve efficiency, reduce material waste by roughly 20 per cent, and lower transportation-related emissions. 

The company is eligible to earn a maximum innovation rebate of $259,293 in completion of its project, based on eligible capital spending of $1,037,171. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs. 

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.   

About Invest Nova Scotia    
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors — defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.   

Media Contact:  
Joseph Hadjibaba 
CEO, Mansteel Rebar Ltd.  
1.416.301.3210 
josephh@mansteelrebar.com

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Tuesday, May 26, 2026     

Invest Nova Scotia has approved an innovation rebate to support a business development project by Cherubini Metal Works Limited operating as Cherubini Bridges & Structures in Dartmouth, Halifax Regional Municipality.  

The company specializes in bridge construction and steel fabrication across North America and is launching a multi-phase investment to improve efficiency, lower costs, and expand into international markets. This project includes: installation of solar panels expected to generate 620,000 kWh annually; new advanced manufacturing equipment, including computer‑guided machines that precisely cut, drill, and shape steel, along with technology that recovers and reuses steel grit during production; building expansion and alterations; and the purchase of four self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs) to move large steel components and support higher production volumes.  

The company is eligible to earn a maximum innovation rebate of $3,675,000 upon completion of its project, based on eligible capital spending of $14,700,000. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs.

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.   

About Invest Nova Scotia    
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors — defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.   

Media Contact:  
Darren Czech 
CEO, Cherubini Group of Companies  
902.476.8377 
darren@cherubinigroup.com

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Tuesday, May 12, 2026 

Invest Nova Scotia has approved an innovation rebate to support a business development project by Cape Breton Beverages Limited in Edwardsville, Cape Breton Regional Municipality.

Cape Breton Beverages Limited is currently undertaking a project to modernize its bottling and blending operations. Key equipment - some dating back to the 1960s and 1980s - has reached end of life and is limiting production capacity, efficiency, and innovation. Upgrades will include an automated integrated filling system and high-efficiency blending technology that will deliver greater operational efficiencies, significantly reduce change-over times, and improve production capacity.

Overall, the modernization will enhance operational efficiency, reduce waste and energy use, improve product quality and safety, and support expansion into new domestic and export markets. The investment positions the company for sustainable long-term growth and strengthens the beverage manufacturing industry in Nova Scotia.

The company is eligible to earn a maximum innovation rebate of $2,014,555 upon completion of its project, based on eligible capital spending of $8,058,223. To be considered for an innovation rebate, a company’s total project costs must be between $350,000 and $15 million. An approved rebate is up to 25 per cent against eligible project costs.

Innovation rebate agreements spur and support capital investments that help companies operating in Nova Scotia improve productivity, adopt new technologies, and expand their capacity to compete and grow.

About Invest Nova Scotia
Invest Nova Scotia is the business development agency of the Province of Nova Scotia. We help businesses start, scale, and succeed. Invest Nova Scotia offers programs, incentives, and investment to ensure companies grow across the province, and we lead efforts to attract global companies expanding into Nova Scotia. As part of this work, we focus on six priority sectors - defence and aerospace, energy and cleantech, natural resources, fisheries and agriculture, housing and construction, and AI and the digital economy.

Media Contact:
Shannon Lynch Colbourne, MBA, CFA, President / CEO
Cape Breton Beverages Ltd.
902.563.7601
shannon.lynch@cbbev.ca