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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.


Regional Tariff Response Initiative

The Government of Canada has announced an expansion to the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) to support SMEs affected by tariffs, including those facing liquidity challenges. Details regarding the implementation of this additional support in Atlantic Canada will be made available shortly.

Explore Government of Canada programs, resources and measures supporting Canadians, workers and industries—and building a resilient, prosperous economy for today and tomorrow.

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 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.

Domestic Trade Commissioners Network

A network of federal, provincial and territorial representatives who will work to enhance coordination on domestic trade.

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

U.S. tariffs and Canada's response

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2026-08-27

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