Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) is a federal government agency. Headquartered in the Atlantic Region, ACOA's goal is to improve the economy of Atlantic Canadian communities through the successful development of business and job opportunities.

  • The cost of living in Atlantic Canada is 25% to 65% lower than other major North American regions.
  • Atlantic universities award 17,000 degrees every year, including 3,500 graduate and professional degrees.