Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) works to create opportunities for economic growth in the region by helping businesses become more competitive, innovative and productive, by working with diverse communities to develop and diversify local economies, and by championing the strengths of Atlantic Canada.


U.S. tariffs and Canada's response

Services and information

How can ACOA help me?

Discover our most popular programs to start or grow a business, reach new markets, recruit new talent and more.

Programs and initiatives

Consult the full list of the Agency's current programs and initiatives.

Forms and tools

Here you'll find the claim forms you need for any project you've undertaken with ACOA funds.

Impact stories

Leaf through stories about successful entrepreneurs who have benefited from funding via one of ACOA's programs.

Atlantic Economic Panel

The panel is a private-sector-led initiative established to catalyze economic transformation in Atlantic Canada.

Helping with your clean transition

Are you looking to reduce costs by making your business or community more energy-efficient and sustainable?

Indigenous support

Here you'll find a list of funding and support programs for Atlantic Canada's Indigenous businesses.

Research studies

Read up on all kinds of topics on our research studies page.

Work at ACOA

We’re one of the best places to work in the Government of Canada! In a 2024 survey, 85% of employees agreed that they liked their job.

Minister

The Honourable Sean Fraser

The Honourable Sean Fraser

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

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2025-12-05