Loading program...
Loading program...
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Loans for fishing vessels, engines and equipment in Nova Scotia
Finances all types of vessel-related projects (purchase, build, modifications, equipment upgrades) with competitive interest rates, flexible payment options, and amortization periods. Includes optional loan life insurance and advisory support from Marine Industry Liaison Officers (MILOs).
Business Size: small
Industries: fisheries, aquaculture, seafood processing, boat building
Region: Nova Scotia
Other Criteria: active fishers, aquaculturists, seafood processors, boat builders, individuals looking to get into or get back into the industry, Fishing Master IV ticket or five years of experience as a captain (Transport Canada approved), willingness to discuss credit history and current finances (poor credit score/prior bankruptcy may require larger down payment or guarantor/co-signer)
Preview of what's included with full access:
Everything you need to submit a winning application
What's included
“Saved me several hours of research”
— New Business Owner, Vancouver
Gouvernement du Québec, La Financière agricole
Matching funding to mitigate on-farm risks
Government of Nova Scotia, Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Loan to purchase fishing licence and gear in Nova Scotia
Government of British Columbia, Investment Agriculture Foundation
Funding for beneficial agricultural management practices in B.C.
This program is available to small businesses in fisheries, aquaculture, seafood processing industries located in Nova Scotia.
Contact the program administrator for funding details.
This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.
30-day guarantee · Secure checkout · Prices in CAD · No annual lock-in
“Saved me several hours of research” — New Business Owner, Vancouver