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Research and Development

Amount:$750,000.00 Type of Program:Grants Description:The Department of Industry, Energy and Technology offers programs to support research and development projects for both commercial and non-commercial applicants. For commercial applicants, the Department of Industry, Energy and Technology supports projects that reduce the technical and financial risk of research and development projects where R&D is required to realize…

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Nova Scotia First Fund

Amount:No Fixed Amount Type of Program:Investment Description:The Nova Scotia First Fund provides financing for emerging venture-grade technology companies with high growth potential and attractive risk-return prospects. Target industries include information technology, life sciences, clean technology and ocean technology.  Comments on Funding:The fund co-invests with institutional, private sector and angel investors from across Canada and beyond….

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Information Technology Financing Assistance

Amount:No Fixed Amount Type of Program:Loan Description:The Information Technology Financing Assistance provides term financing for purchasing capital assets and operating capital for the business’s accounts receivable and inventory. The assistance can take the form of:1intermediate term loans for purchasing capital assets,2operating lines of credit for purchasing inventory (based mainly on purchase orders and/or signed contracts/agreements)…

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ChangeMaker Funding Program – Catalyst Funding

Amount:$5,000.00 Type of Program:Grants Description:Catalyst Funding supports entrepreneurs, companies, students and fail forward applicants with their early-stage market validation & engagement activities, including: market studies or surveys, travel to access potential markets or customers, hiring of expertise to assist with development of a business/financial model, any costs relating to connecting to the market or potential…

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Space Technology Development Program (STDP)

Amount:No Fixed Amount Type of Program:Grants Description:The Space Technology Development Program (STDP) provides funding to for-profit and not-for-profit organizations established and operating in Canada for projects that:1. reduce technological unknowns of future space missions, and2stimulate industrial innovation and strengthen core capabilities in order to increase industrial readiness and competitiveness of Canadian space companies.Comments on Funding:Funding…