ACOA Business Development Program
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency support for business growth in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI and Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Value
- Not stated by source
- Intake
- Ongoing
- Last verified
- September 15, 2026
About the amount
Interest-free, unsecured, repayable funding, not a grant. Up to 50% of the capital needed to start or grow a business, and an interest-free contribution covering up to 75% of business growth activities such as staff training and efficiency studies. Amounts are negotiated per project; no published maximum.
What to know
Set expectations correctly: ACOA support through this stream is primarily an interest-free REPAYABLE contribution, not a grant. It is still valuable capital, but it is not free money and should be planned as a liability.
Documents you'll likely need
- Business plan
- Financial statements for recent years
- Project budget and quotes
- Cash flow projections
Source
https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/services/business-development-program.htmlCashRadar identifies potential matches. Final eligibility is determined by the program administrator. CashRadar is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or any provincial government.