Seed Capital Program The Seed Capital Program provides loans, with flexible interest and repayment terms, to help start, expand or improve a small business. The Program also provides up to $2,000 for specialized training and business counselling (Subject to Availability of funds).
Students in Business
The Students in Business Program is a government sponsored interest-free loan program for students in Nova Scotia wanting to start their own business.
Self Employment Benefit Program
The SEB Program allows participants to continue to receive their Employment Insurance Benefits while they are getting their business up and running. Individuals qualifying for this program receive income support and business counselling (group training sessions as well as one-on-one business counselling) following their acceptance into the program.