Uncover a wide range of Funding Opportunities: Instantly Access the Funding Database and Connect with Over 800 Government Grants, Loans, and Tax Credits in Nova Scotia. Additionally, Tap into a Network of 862 Private Investors, Providing a Significant Funding Pool of Over 700k.
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Don’t let a lack of funding slow down your entrepreneurial journey. Explore the funding opportunities specific to your business and leverage our experts to maximize your chances of securing the funding you need.
Small business funding is encouraged by the Nova Scotia government in the form of grants, government loans, tax credits, and private investments. Find out exactly how much funding is available in your industry and take advantage of our Ask an Expert program where we help find funding programs for you in our personalized funding report and review your funding applications before submission!
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From renewable grants and government-guaranteed loans to angel investments and wage subsidies; each type of funding has its qualification criteria and advantages for your business. Familiarizing yourself with various types of government programs and private investments available may significantly increase your chances of getting funded.
Funding is allocated to small businesses through hundreds of government agencies, departments, and private firms; which makes it difficult for entrepreneurs to quickly locate the programs for which they qualify. Our funding database is a searchable listing (find programs in your region, industry, and for your particular needs) of over 1,500 programs for Nova Scotia small businesses.
You know you need money, but what for? Funding programs and investors want to know that their money is going to good use, so they categorize the funds by purpose. Whether you need money to cover startup costs, hire staff, purchase equipment, for marketing, or to develop your product; funding is available for Nova Scotia entrepreneurs.
With access to over 1,500 funding sources, you can start applying for funding today. Many programs require a business plan to be submitted along with the application. The Startup Portal contains all of the tools and resources you’ll need to successfully apply for business funding including a Business Plan Builder and PitchDeck Tool to ensure you make a great first impression.
Completing your business plan with the Business Plan Builder Tool ensures that you have a plan that is ready to seek funding. Access 1,500+ funding programs to help fund your small business!
With your business plan, projected financials, and access to experts each step of the way, you can access:
Government grants
Government loans
Private investments
Funding assistance programs
As a member of Nova ScotiaStartups.org, you get instant access to the small business funding database. Our database contains over 1,500 funding sources of government grants, loans, and private investments to help small business startups succeed.
Along with the Funding Database, members have instant access to the Business Plan Builder and the PitchDeck Tool. These tools are designed to help you secure government funding for your business.
The process is simple. Determine how much funding you need, and what you need it for, research the available sources and apply.
In the beginning stages of launching a small business, numerous expenses arise even before generating your first dollar of revenue. Securing funding becomes vital when it comes to essential needs for your business.
Securing financial support for your small business, whether from banks, private investors, or government programs, can serve as the decisive factor between failure and success. Access to funding during the initial phases of your business journey unlocks a large range of opportunities for enhancing business development and future expansion.
Each year, the Nova Scotia government allocates billions of dollars to help provide for small businesses. This funding support originates from local, provincial, and federal sources, encompassing a range of options such as government grants, low-interest or interest-free loans, tax credits, and financial contributions.
Within our Small Business Funding Database, you’ll discover an extensive array of possibilities. Currently, we offer 413 grant programs, 197 loan programs, and 310 assistance programs for you to explore. The funding available varies in amounts, spanning from $1,000 to over $5 million, potentially securing.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to benefit your business!
Private funding can provide capital to help bring your business forward.
Our Small Business Funding Database provides you with access to 862 private funding sources including angel investors, venture capitalists, and banks. Getting your small business funded is your primary concern, so we try to provide you with a wide variety of funding sources to vastly improve your opportunities for success.
Just like government funding, private funding sources fund businesses in just about all industries, all across Nova Scotia, and for various purposes. Sometimes, private funding can prove to be a better option that offers many advantages that can’t be accessed when applying for funding through the government. Take some time to familiarize yourself with private funding and see what it can do for your small business goals.
Funding applications can be complicated but we’re here to make it easy! Through our Ask an Expert program, you can have one of our dedicated funding experts review your applications before submitting them.
It doesn’t take long but it could mean the difference between success and failure when getting funded.
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