Invest Nova Scotia’s incubation facilities provide more than just office space—they offer an ecosystem designed to accelerate the success of emerging technology companies. With on-site support, flexible leasing options, and a collaborative community, our facilities are tailored to help businesses grow stronger, faster, and more sustainably.
The benefits of incubation
Business incubation programs significantly reduce the risk of small business failure. Entrepreneurs gain access to invaluable resources, support, and credibility, saving time and money while increasing their chances of success. Our facilities are designed to offer the perfect environment for innovation and development.
Specialized facilities for targeted sectors
The Start-Up Yard at COVE - Located at the Centre for Ocean Ventures & Entrepreneurship, this facility supports early-stage companies in commercializing ocean technologies and competing globally.
The Bays in Dartmouth - Ideal for clean technology and other engineering-based sectors, it features enterprise-grade voice and data networks, redundant high-speed internet, and dependable server hosting capabilities.
The Labs in Halifax - Focused on life sciences, it provides specialized scientific infrastructure unavailable in typical commercial real estate, enabling cutting-edge research and development.
A community for innovators
At our facilities, you’ll find more than infrastructure—you’ll join a thriving community of entrepreneurs and innovators working together to push boundaries and achieve success.