RTRI 2026Regional Tariff Response Initiative — Non-repayable Liquidity up to $2M CAD & Pivot Funding across all 7 Canadian RDAsCheck eligibility in 60s
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Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Regional Tariff Response Initiative in Atlantic Canada

Official Reference: Regional Tariff Response Initiative - Canada.ca

Helping Atlantic Canadian exporters, processors, and manufacturers adapt, protect liquidity, and diversify trade markets through ACOA non-repayable and pivot contributions.

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ACOA Funding Parameters

Key Regional Highlights for Atlantic Canada

  • Up to $2,000,000 in non-repayable Liquidity Assistance for immediate tariff-induced working capital and payroll pressures.
  • Up to $1,000,000 non-repayable (up to 50% of eligible costs) for Pivot Projects that automate production or enter non-U.S. export markets.
  • Flexible revenue qualification for export-intensive Atlantic processors and seasonal supply-chain anchors.

Regional Qualification Note: ACOA accommodates export-exposed Atlantic SMEs starting from $500K–$1M+ in annual revenue where U.S. border tariffs or counter-tariffs directly impact margins.

Priority Sectors & Provinces Covered

Who Should Apply in Atlantic

Jurisdictions Served: New Brunswick · Nova Scotia · Prince Edward Island · Newfoundland and Labrador

  • Seafood & Aquaculture Processing
  • Advanced Manufacturing & Metal Fabrication
  • Forestry, Lumber & Paper Products
  • Agri-Food & Beverage Exporters
  • Ocean Tech & Clean Technology Supply Chains

ACOA Assessment

Calculate your Atlantic Canada RTRI eligibility & grant estimate.

Once your eligibility is confirmed, click Apply Now & Get Agreement to sign your representation agreement online and upload your 6 checklist documents in the Assentt Client Portal.

Government of Canada · RTRI Underwriting & Contribution EstimatorProgram Ref: ISED-RTRI-2026 · Rolling Intake Active
Official ACOA Guidelines ↗
Matched Agency: ACOA (Atlantic Canada)Min. Revenue Benchmark: $500,000 CADNon-Repayable Cap: Up to $2,000,000 Liquidity

Interactive RTRI Eligibility & Funding Estimator

Modeled on official Regional Development Agency (RDA) assessment criteria and BDC/EDC commercial underwriting benchmarks. Configure your corporate profile below to calculate your non-repayable grant allocation.

Load Sector Benchmark:
SECTION 01

Corporate Structure & Financial Baseline

RDAs require a federally or provincially incorporated Canadian entity demonstrating financial viability prior to tariff implementation.

Small Enterprise (10–99 FTE)
Mandatory Canada.ca / ISED applicant criterion
Highest of last 2 completed fiscal years (T2 / CPA)
Meets ACOA $500,000 min
$CAD / yr
Full-time equivalents on CRA PD7A payroll (1–499 SME)
Federal SME (1–499)
Employees
Pre-Tariff Viability (FY23–25):
SECTION 02

Target RTRI Funding Stream & Cost-Share Modeling

Select whether you are applying for short-term Liquidity Assistance, a long-term Trade Pivot Project, or combining both streams.

50% Non-Repayable Cost-Share
Stream 1 Liquidity benchmark (6-month eligible window @ 50% grant)
Est. Stream 1: $330,000
$CAD / mo
6-Mo Eligible Ops: $660,000× 50% RTRI Share =$330,000 Grant
Stream 2 equipment, automation, retooling, or export market entry
Est. Stream 2: $225,000
$CAD budget
Project CapEx/OpEx: $450,000× 50% Non-Repayable =$225,000 Grant
SECTION 03

Tariff Exposure & Trade Disruption Evidence

Quantify your U.S. / international export exposure, duty cost increases, and select all trade disruption channels affecting your operations.

Est. Annual Tariff Hit: $151,200/yr
% of annual sales tied to U.S. or tariff-impacted supply chains
$840,000 export sales
%
% duty surcharge on exports, imported inputs, or pricing discounts
Active Exposure
%
Documented Trade Disruption Channels (2 selected)Select all channels that apply to your customs / B3 / contract records

Operating in Multiple Canadian Regions? Explore Other RTRI Agencies:

Quebec (CED) Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CanNor) Northern Ontario (FedNor) Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) Prairie Provinces (PrairiesCan) British Columbia (PacifiCan)