News releaseGrowth, Development and Defence IndustriesOctober 26, 2026
Nova Scotia gives boatbuilders’ association $366,000 to reach new markets
The funding will help promote local boatbuilding and repair businesses and build capacity for small-vessel work, including defence contracts.
Summary
- Funding: $366,000 for the Nova Scotia Boatbuilders Association from the Community Economic Development Fund.
- How it will be used: Promote local companies at industry trade shows and missions, in trade publications, online and through strategic partnerships.
- Why it matters: The province says the support will help boatbuilders and repair businesses reach new markets and strengthen their ability to compete for small-vessel construction, repair, refit and maintenance work, including naval contracts.
Related links
- Boatbuilders association funding announcement wedgeport boats ltdnews.novascotia.ca
- Community Economic Development Fund: https://www.novascotia.ca/apply-project-funding-community-economic-development-fundnovascotia.ca
- Provincial programs to support businesses hiring and training staff: https://www.novascotia.ca/grow-your-business/novascotia.ca
- Nova Scotia Loyal: https://nsloyal.ca/nsloyal.ca
- Invest Nova Scotia: https://investnovascotia.ca/investnovascotia.ca
- Nova Scotia Boatbuilders Association: https://www.nsboats.com/nsboats.com
Source: Government of Nova Scotia