Projects strengthening economic opportunities in official language minority communities in New Brunswick

March 20, 2026 · Fredericton, New Brunswick · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

The Government of Canada is providing an investment of over $2.1 million to six organizations in New Brunswick.

CBDC Chaleur
Bathurst, New Brunswick
To support SMES to complete advanced manufacturing assessments of their operations
Investment: $984,000 (non-repayable)

Le Pays de la Sagouine
Bouctouche, New Brunswick
To support tourism facility improvements to increase inclusivity, greening, and enhance the visitor experience.
Investment: $450,342 (non-repayable)

Restigouche Regional Service Commission
Campbellton, New Brunswick
To establish and operationalize the Northern Energy Alliance.
Investment: $291,611 (non-repayable)

Office du tourisme Edmundston Madawaska
Edmundston, New Brunswick
To develop autumn and winter tourist hubs in the northwest of New Brunswick, increase business revenue and promote extended stays during the shoulder season.
Investment: $202,329 (non-repayable)

CCNB-INNOV
Bathurst, New Brunswick
To support another edition of the SPARK NB project, a provincial competition aimed at stimulating innovative entrepreneurship in New Brunswick, particularly in rural areas.
Investment: $170,481 (non-repayable)

Festival Acadien de Caraquet
Caraquet, New Brunswick
To develop a digital marketing strategy in support of tourism.
Investment: $44,156 (non-repayable)