Innovation Canada — Innovation Advisors in NS

📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nova Scotia - Businesses actively developing new products, technologies, or processes - For-profit companies and incorporated businesses - Sole proprietors and partnerships engaged in innovation activities - Businesses at early to growth stages of product/technology development - Companies seeking guidance on accessing government funding programs ### 💰 Funding Details - Cost to Business: Free service (no direct grant funding provided) - Service Type: Advisory consultation, not a monetary grant - Matching Requirements: None (service is government-funded) - Repayability: Not applicable (advisory service, not a loan) - Value: One-on-one expert guidance to identify and access relevant government supports and funding opportunities ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses This is an advisory program, not a direct funding source. However, advisors help identify supports for: - Research and development (R&D) activities - Product development and commercialization - Technology adoption and implementation - Process innovation and improvement - Export market development - Digital transformation initiatives - Other government funding programs and grants aligned with your innovation goals ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Must be located in Nova Scotia or operating a significant business presence in the province - Business must be actively involved in developing a new or substantially improved product, technology, or process - Participation is voluntary and non-binding - Advisors provide guidance only; they do not approve or guarantee access to other funding programs - Assistance is tailored to individual business needs and circumstances - No formal application process for the advisory service itself - Contact Innovation Nova Scotia or designated program administrator to connect with an Innovation Advisor