Liberal MP Chris d’Entremont (Acadie—Annapolis, N.S.) announced a non-repayable contribution of $181,100 to The Electric City/La Nouvelle France Society in Weymouth, N.S., to create a new visitor experience. The funding for The Electric City / La Nouvelle France Society is provided through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s Business Development Program. The full release is available online. Contact lola.dandybaeva@justice.gc.ca.
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) announced that businesses in Atlantic Canada can now apply to the Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII). The full release is available online. Contact lola.dandybaeva@justice.gc.ca.
This past week, Atlantic Canadian technology companies and mining firms expanded their footprint in the United Kingdom through two trade missions in London supported by the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Agreement (ATIGA). By meeting directly with investors, industry leaders, and potential customers, participating companies gained practical insights into the UK market and identified new opportunities for … Read more
Justice Minister and Attorney General, and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency Sean Fraser (Central Nova, N.S.) highlighted over $7.1 million in support for 68 projects through the Tourism Growth Program (TGP) to help strengthen Atlantic Canada’s tourism ecosystem. The projects include infrastructure upgrades, new visitor experiences, and marketing initiatives to attract more … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister Kody Blois (Kings–Hants, N.S.) announced a total non-repayable investment of over $1.1 million in five tourism-related projects located on the west coast of Newfoundland. This contribution will support infrastructure upgrades to several outdoor trails throughout the western region that will enhance user experiences and facilitate year-round use. The full release … Read more
Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Heath MacDonald (Malpeque, PEI) announced a combined investment of over $2 million to strengthen the agrifood industry. This contribution will support seven Island farming-related businesses modernize equipment to better serve growing market demand and build a more resilient supply chain. The full release is available online. Contact lola.dandybaeva@justice.gc.ca. Justice Minister and Attorney … Read more
Atlantic Canadian clean-technology and smart-energy firms are strengthening international ties this week at Enlit Europe 2025 in Bilbao, Spain, one of the world’s leading gatherings for the power and energy industries. The event connects utilities, innovators, and policymakers from across the globe who are driving the shift to cleaner, smarter energy systems. Led by Smart Grid Innovation Network … Read more
Liberal MP Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault (Madawaska–Restigouche, N.B.) announced $111,500 to support tourism growth in northern New Brunswick, with funding delivered through the Tourism Growth Program. “Tourism businesses such as EKÖ Nature Glamping and Auberge MicKy play a vital role in the economic vitality of our regions.” The repayable contributions will help EKÖ Nature Glamping add a meeting … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence Sean Casey (Charlottetown, PEI) announced close to $1 million in non-repayable support for three projects to strengthen the shellfish industry. This includes $613,964 to the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) for the development of a state-of-the-art diagnostic testing system. The … Read more
From Oct. 7-9, a delegation of 12 Atlantic Canadian companies took part in the Conxemar International Frozen Seafood Trade Show in Vigo, Spain. Led by the Food and Beverage Atlantic Association, the mission helped companies build valuable business relationships, diversify exports, and strengthen Atlantic Canada’s position as a trusted supplier of premium, sustainable seafood. The full release is … Read more
