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Industrial Expansion Fund (IEF) Annual Report 2010


Profiles




Initiatives
Productivity and Innovation Voucher Program
Helping small and medium-sized enterprises acquire the direct assistance they need to become more innovative and productive. Applications for the 2011-12 program are now being accepted. More »

inTouch Newsletter - October 2011
The inTouch monthly newsletter provides industry news and updated information on ERDTs tourism partnership opportunities and programs. More »

Immigrant Small Business Loan Financing Program
Through a partnership with the Nova Scotia Co-operative Council and the province, credit unions are offering a small business loan program that aims to help immigrants who are interested in starting, expanding or buying a small business. Go »

Oceans Technology Sector Report
Defined by the sea: Nova Scotia's Oceans Technology Sector present and future, provides new insight into the oceans technology industry in Nova Scotia, and its tremendous potential for growth. More »

Strategic Cooperative Education Incentive (SCEI) - 2011-12
The Strategic Cooperative Education Incentive provides educational opportunities for post-secondary co-op students. The 2011-12 application and guidlines are now online. More »

Sustainable Procurement
Procuring goods, services and construction in a way that is better for our environment, our economy, and our communities. More »

Supplier Development/Reverse Trade Shows
These shows bring together staff from provincial, federal and municipal governments to introduce small businesses to powerful buyers - government departments and agencies. More »

Nova Scotia Business Idea Explorer
The Nova Scotia Business Idea Explorer is a valuable resource for entrepreneurs with start-up basics, market information, and helpful advice on fifty different kinds of businesses. Go »