Business Development Program

Run by: Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

Type: Loan

Where: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador

Funding: Repayable, interest-free and unsecured, up to 50% of required capital; interest-free contribution up to 75% of costs for growth activities such as staff training or marketing

Business size: See the official page.

Deadline: See the official page.

Official program page

Last reviewed on 2026-11-08. Confirm details with the program before relying on them.

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