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Nova Scotia First Fund

We work to find, fund, and foster innovative Nova Scotia start-ups that strive to change the world. Our goal is to help those start-ups commercialize their technologies and succeed in the global marketplace.

Through the Nova Scotia First Fund we invest directly in emerging technology companies with high growth potential, and as a limited partner in venture capital funds that invest in Nova Scotia start-ups.

Offered by Invest Nova Scotia

Amount

No fixed amount

Quick eligibility check

Years in business
No minimum stated
Employees
No limit stated
Revenue
No limit stated
Legal structure
No requirement stated
Location
Nova Scotia

Who can apply

Direct investments in early-stage, high growth technology companies

About the funding

Through the Nova Scotia First Fund we invest directly in emerging technology companies with high growth potential, and as a limited partner in venture capital funds that invest in Nova Scotia start-ups.

We’re more than just money. You get our whole team on your side. We provide hands-on business guidance, an extensive network of mentors and advisors, best practices in governance, help opening doors to co-investors, soft landing in export markets, and access to Invest Nova Scotia’s programs.

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