Fishing Vessel Loan Program 

Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Government of Nova Scotia

Applies only to: Nova Scotia

If you are a Canadian citizen or a registered Nova Scotia business in good standing, you can apply for a secured loan to:

  • Buy or build a fishing vessel
  • Buy and install engines, equipment and/or electronics for your vessel
  • Make technical modifications to your vessel

You need a Fishing Master Class IV certificate, or five years' experience as captain to apply. You will also need to hold the necessary Department of Fisheries and Oceans licence(s).