ATLANTIC
STRATEGY.
The Ocean Playground.
Where lower capital meets higher quality of life.
Nova Scotia is the gateway to the Atlantic. Its Provincial Nominee Program (NSNP) is aggressive in attracting talent to offset an aging population. It offers one of the lowest investment thresholds in Canada for businesses outside Halifax.
Entrepreneur
For experienced business owners and senior managers. You must start or buy a business and actively manage it for 1 year before nomination.
- Experience3 Years Owner / 5 Years Mgr
- OwnershipMin 33.33%
- StatusWork Permit First
Graduate Entrepreneur
Exclusive to graduates of NS universities (Dalhousie, Saint Mary's, NSCC). If you start a business post-graduation, you can bypass the Net Worth requirement entirely.
You just need to prove the business is viable and pays you a salary.
The Halifax
Divide
Like Ontario, Nova Scotia incentivizes investment outside its capital. Leaving Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) lowers your entry cost significantly.
Inside HRM
Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford
Outside HRM
Sydney, Truro, Wolfville
Restricted Sectors
NSNP is strict. The following business models are automatically disqualified as they do not provide "significant economic benefit".
67 / 100
Minimum eligibility score. However, meeting this does not guarantee an invitation. You are ranked against other candidates in the pool.
Invitation Only
Nova Scotia does not accept direct applications. You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). Draws happen periodically based on the province's economic needs.
- Priority given to Export-oriented businesses
- High points for Business Succession (buying existing)
Chart your course.
Whether you are targeting Halifax or the scenic Annapolis Valley, we structure your entry to maximize your EOI score.