Small Commercial Marine Business Program
no fixed amount
Grant
Description:
Build Nova Scotia believes in entrepreneurship and innovation. We are proud to support vibrant, healthy, connected communities through the delivery of sustainable strategic infrastructure. Living by the ocean is our greatest natural advantage – it’s where we work and play, where world-class researchers and industry innovate and collaborate.
Comments on Funding:
Continous Intake
Eligibility:
Applicant must be:
1. Marine business owner
2. Familiarize themselves with the following:
a. Only businesses proposing to use a vessel/vessels with a maximum capacity of 12 passengers can apply
Vessels must be owner-operated
b. and or guided – no equipment or vessel rentals allowed
c. 15 minutes alongside MAXIMUM
d. Pick-Up, Drop-Off only, no soliciting or ticket sales/infrastructure at the dock
e. All spaces are shared among vessels with the Blue Sticker. Everyone with the Blue Sticker has the same rights
f. The Blue Sticker must always be prominently displayed on each vessel
g. No overnight berthing at any of the locations
h. No access to water or power at any of the locations
i. Fees are payable for each month of the operating season by the 15th of the subsequent month. The fee model is based on the proposed business concept and at the sole discretion of Build Nova Scotia. Model options are either per use or per seat:
Application Steps:
Applicant must submit:
1. Contact details for the proposed business
2. Description of the proposed business concept and operational structure
3.Description of Safety Procedures
4. Completed Sustainability Assessment form
5. Proof of Vessel Registration
6. Description of VHF procedures while operating
Documentation Needed:
No specific documentation has been identified.
Other Things to Note:
About the author
Maurice
