Support for Small Business

Province Releases Report on Yarmouth Ferry
The province has asked an expert panel to review existing studies on ferry service between Yarmouth and the United States...More »

Province initiates review of Regional Development Authorities
The province has asked a panel of business and community leaders to do an independent review of the Regional Development Authority model...More »

inTouch Home Page
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...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...More »

Strategic Cooperative Education Incentive (SCEI)
The Strategic Cooperative Education Incentive provides educational opportunities for post-secondary co-op students. The 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 »

Productivity and Innovation Voucher Program
Helping small and medium-sized enterprises acquire the direct assistance they need to become more innovative and productive. More »