Last verified: June 2026
Run by Invest Nova Scotia, this voucher helps Nova Scotia businesses work with provincial post-secondary institutions on applied innovation projects. A first-time Tier 1 voucher is worth up to $15,000, and a Tier 2 voucher worth up to $25,000 builds on completed Tier 1 work. Projects must deliver measurable business outcomes like a new or improved product, service, or process.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityUp to $50,000
GRANT26% base of eligible NS costs (25% for non-NS-owned), with bonuses up to roughly 42% total
GRANTUp to 75% of eligible training costs