This program is currently between intakes. First intake open August 16 – September 30, 2025 (closed). No second intake has been announced as of June 2026. Confirm on the official site ↗
Updated June 2026 · Verified against NS Dept of Agriculture / Perennia guidelines
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Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund (SASI)

NS Dept of Agriculture / Perennia
Maximum Funding
Up to $1,125,000
First intake closed (September 30, 2025). Future intake TBD — program expires...
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Difficulty
Moderate
Payment
Reimbursement
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Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
75%
Nova Scotia Seafood and Agriculture Strategic Investment Fund (SASI) provides Up to $1,125,000 (75% of costs; $4.71M total fund). Up to $1,125,000 (75% of eligible costs) from a $4.71M fund for Nova Scotia businesses in agriculture, agri-food, seafood processing, and aquaculture. The program covers up to 75% of eligible costs. First intake closed (September 30, 2025). Future intake TBD — program expires March 31, 2027..
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Program Description

Up to $1,125,000 (75% of eligible costs) from a $4.71M fund for Nova Scotia businesses in agriculture, agri-food, seafood processing, and aquaculture. Supports strategic capital investments in equipment, facilities, and innovation to grow the province's food and seafood sectors.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Registered Nova Scotia business or Indigenous entity
  • Operating in agriculture, agri-food, seafood processing, or aquaculture
  • Project must be strategic investment in growth or innovation
  • Must provide minimum 25% matching funds
Provinces
Nova Scotia
Industries
Fisheries Agriculture Food Beverage
Business Stage
Growth Established Expansion

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Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
Moderate
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Funding Details

Amount
Up to $1,125,000 (75% of costs; $4.71M total fund)
Type
Grant
Level
Provincial
Co-Funding
Up to 75% of eligible costs
Deadline
First intake closed (September 30, 2025). Future intake TBD — program expires March 31, 2027.

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Application Steps

1 Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) Complete and submit the SASI Expression of Interest form to [email protected] during an open intake window. The first intake (August 16 – September 30, 2025) has closed. Check perennia.ca or email [email protected] to confirm if a second intake will be announced before the program's March 31, 2027 expiry.

Required Documents 6

✓ Application form through Perennia
✓ Detailed project plan

Eligible Expenses 8

Ineligible Expenses 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can sole proprietors apply for SASI?
No — must be a registered Nova Scotia business or Indigenous entity. Sole proprietors must incorporate to qualify.
What's the typical award amount?
$100,000–$500,000 (75% of eligible costs, with a 25% matching requirement). Most projects fall in this range.
How long does approval take?
The first intake closed September 30, 2025. No second intake has been announced as of June 2026. If a future intake is opened, expect 4–6 weeks for initial assessment after submission. Contact [email protected] to monitor for updates.
Why do applications fail?
Projects deemed routine maintenance (not strategic growth), lacking clear economic impact metrics, or with insufficient matching funds.
Can I stack this with other programs?
Yes — stack with CAP programs, ACOA BDP, or AgriInnovate on different eligible activities or cost categories.

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