Consultant Advisory Services (CAS)

The Consultant Advisory Services program gives CBDCs the ability to offer Consultant Advisory Services to small and medium-sized businesses and not-for-profit organizations. New and existing clients of CBDCs and ACOA will be able to access technical and financial assistance by engaging consultants to assist them with various issues, opportunities and challenges.

Eligible CAS activities include:

Diagnostic Assessment
Business Management Development Practices
Access to Capital
Market Readiness/Export Potential
Specific Studies/Business Plan Mentoring
Aftercare/Mentoring and Follow-up

Digital Animation Tax Credit

Nova Scotia’s animation industry has grown exponentially in recent years. One contributor is the industry-leading animation tax credit, which create significant cost savings for animation companies and studios. The Digital Animation Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit for costs directly related to the development of digital animation in Nova Scotia. This tax credit provides an incentive of up to 60% on labour associated with the project, including a labour bonus of 17.5% on animation-specific activities. Learn more about the Digital Animation

Digital Media Tax Credit

Nova Scotia offers a digital media tax credit that rivals all others in Canada – making this the ideal place for video game development and interactive media. Qualifying companies can claim the lesser of 50% of the qualifying expenditures or 25% of total expenditures. Qualifying expenditures could include: 100% of eligible salaries in Nova Scotia, 65% of third-party labour remuneration and up to $100,000 in marketing and distribution expenditures.

Farm Animal Health and Welfare

Subsidizes the cost of veterinarian fees for regular herd health check-ups (not emergency calls) for dairy, beef, sheep, swine, and mink farmers.

FCC – Agriculture Financing

FCC offers financing built for farmers. Through over a hundred FCC offices across Canada and a network of equipment dealers, crop retailers and livestock finance suppliers, our team will partner with you to create solutions that work.   This program includes financing for such things as:   Credit lines Crop inputs Livestock Equipment Environmental solutions Farm transfers Land and buildings Loan insurance

FCC – Young Entrepreneur Program – Agribusiness and Agrifood

This program is targeted at individuals under 40 that require financing for an agriculture retail, manufacturing or food processing business. The Young Entrepreneur Loan can provide the needed capital to launch a new business or take a current operation to the next level. Funds can be used to purchase or improve an agricultural-related business or to purchase shares in an agriculture or agri-food related business.

FCC Starter Loan

Set yourself up for success and rise to your challenge with the FCC Starter Loan. Build your credit history and gain independence with your own loan to purchase livestock, equipment or shares in a company. This program features:   Designed for 18 to 25-year-olds Special rates available No loan processing fees

FCC Women Entrepreneur Program

FCC is committed to empowering women in agriculture, agribusiness and agri-food. Through the Women Entrepreneur Program, FCC has dedicated $500 million over the next three years in lending, enhancing events and creating resources specifically for women entrepreneurs to start or grow their business. Assistance includes access to financing, value-added offerings for skill set enhancement and connections to people and organizations across the industry.

FCC Young Farmers Loan

If you’re a qualified producer under 40, the Young Farmer Loan can help you take the next step in your agriculture career. This program features:   Purchase ag-related assets up to $1,000,000 Closed variable rates at prime plus 0.5% No loan processing fees Special fixed rates available

Financing

Futurpreneur Canada supports young entrepreneurs with up to $45,000 in financing, an expert business mentor for up to two years, and resources to help you plan, manage and grow your business.