Prince’s Operation Entrepreneur

Prince’s Operation Entrepreneur is a national program for transitioning Canadian Armed Forces members interested in starting their own business. It offers the education, tools and resources needed to succeed as an entrepreneur.

Propel – E-Accelerator

Propel’s e-accelerator program based out of Atlantic Canada helps businesses realize their big ambitions. Set apart as one of the only 100% online accelerators of its kind, you’ll learn what it takes to launch and build a successful ICT company from where you live. ‍Already launched your company? No problem! Our programming is tailored to fit where you are at right now! Our promise: Customized programming: Every company is different and we focus on an applied experiment-based approach to validate assumptions, test and iterate through LEAN SPRINTS. Virtual Delivery: Propel provides access to premium content without the cost and disruption of travel or relocation. Because of this we’re able to evaluate and accept companies year round! Dedicated coaching: Learn from our experienced founders to provide guidance, feedback, and accountability during your startup journey.

Screen Nova Scotia

Screen Nova Scotia is a not-for-profit membership organization representing over 2,000 people working in film, television and animation across the province. Membership includes producers, service providers, local cast and crew, unions and guilds, and industry organizations.  Screen Nova Scotia works with and advocates on behalf of the screen-based industry in Nova Scotia to build long-term economic and cultural sustainability of the sector, and to create opportunities for the film, television, and digital media content creators based in the province. Services provided for include business development training, attendance at conferences and trade missions, research and information on funding programs provided by various partners.

Sydney Makerspace

The Sydney Makerspace gives Cape Breton start-ups, entrepreneurs, students and other creative minds the place, equipment, materials and education to let them design and build innovative products. The 4,000 sq.ft. space in Sydney includes a general work area, a tool library, a metal working shop, a selection of woodworking tools, an electronics/robotics lab, as well as 3D drawing and printing abilities. Discounted memberships are available to students, educators, Veterans, seniors and partner groups (Centre for Craft and Design, Island Sandbox, Navigate, New Dawn Centre for Social Innovation and Mentor Connect)

Telefilm Canada

Telefilm Canada is a team of 200 professionals serving the industry from four offices located across Canada. Dedicated to the cultural, commercial and industrial success of Canada’s audiovisual industry, Telefilm, through its various funding and promotion programs, supports dynamic companies and creative talent here at home and around the world. Telefilm Canada supports all stages of a feature film, from development, to production and post-production, to marketing to audiences both at home and abroad.

THINKFARM – Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture

THINKFARM.ca provides introductory level resources for starting a farm in Nova Scotia. The website has information on defining your farm vision, business planning and regulations which apply to new farm businesses. It is a good starting point before accessing advisory services from the Department of Agriculture and Perennia Field Services staff. The THINKFARM Facebook page and electronic mailing list provide information about training workshops and events of interest to new and aspiring farmers in the province.

TIANS – One-on-One Tourism Mentorship Program

TIANS offers the Mentorship Program for Nova Scotia Tourism Operators – The mentorship program matches experienced Tourism Industry operators who are willing and able to share their expertise with their Industry colleagues.

TIANS – Technology Project

TIANS offers the technology product program for operators looking to more effectively market your business online, but don’t know where to start, or just need some extra assistance? We’ve got the solution!  TIANS is offering the following assistance: Tailored one-on-one mentoring meetings Technology workshops and webinars On-going resource for tourism operators

TIANS- Tourism Seasonality and Labour Project

The Cape Breton Partnership can connect you to Valuable training opportunities and human resources tools provided by the Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) and Nova Scotia Tourism Human Resource Council (NSTHRC), with support from the Nova Scotia Department of Labour & Advanced Education (LAE).   Regularly $25 to approximately $100 per module, these products are available for free for Cape Breton Businesses.   Full Details on the Cape Breton Partnership Website.   Available Items: E-Merit.ca Modules:  the most comprehensive industry-developed training available anywhere in the world.  Topics such as Food & Beverage, Sales, Housekeeping, Event Management, and more! Occupational Skills Training Workshops available such as Nova Scotia Best, Stress Management, Tourism Workplace Essentials, Serve Right Server/Manager, Superhost, & more! Employability Skills Training in topics such as Food Safety, WHMIS, Service Excellence, Serve Right, Workplace Essentials and a new Clean It Right program. eMerit National Occupational Certification e=Cornell Executive Program Courses Human Resource Toolkit with guides, templates, tools, and tips for developing internal policies, recruitment plans, and optimizing resource allocations. Comes with 24 customizable templates.

Tourism Nova Scotia – Business Development

Tourism Nova Scotia’s Business Development team works with new and existing tourism operators to identify compelling business opportunities and provide coaching aligned with our target markets, based on research and market intelligence.   For New & Existing Accommodations: Nick Fry nick.fry@novascotia.ca