Forms and tools
Are you looking for a claim form for existing projects or a template to help you start or expand your business? In addition to ACOA’s application for financial assistance, we also have tools to help you develop your project concept.

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Forms
Use the following forms for existing projects
Use the following forms for the Atlantic Innovation Fund
Tools
Building a business isn’t always an easy job. But choose the right tools for the job and you’re on your way to getting it done efficiently, effectively and profitably.
- Advanced manufacturing technology assessments – These assessments will help manufacturers seeking innovative solutions to increase their efficiency, productivity and competitiveness. (PDF version)
- Research and development project plan – This is an outline of the information needed to help ACOA evaluate your proposed project.
- Planning for success: community – This guide will help you plan your community-based project. (PDF version)
- Research studies – ACOA carries out policy research on a broad range of issues, challenges and opportunities associated with the development of the region's economy.
- Planning for success: business and marketing plan – This guide will help you put together a blueprint for your business.
Useful links
- ACOA Direct – Your account information, just a click away. By registering with ACOA Direct, you have access to your account information 24/7 and can submit claims for reimbursement as well as submit confidential information related to your project.
- 12 Easy Ways to Avoid Errors on Claims (PDF - 110KB) – Follow these simple steps to complete your claim properly.
- How to Claim – A guide to helping you claim on ACOA Direct (PDF - 113KB)
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