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Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency funding

Government fund

Moncton · Seed–Series A · 7 people tracked

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Investment thesis

ACOA is a federal government agency focused on economic development in Atlantic Canada. It offers a range of programs and initiatives to help entrepreneurs and communities start or grow businesses, access new markets, recruit talent, and pursue clean energy transitions. It also provides dedicated support for Indigenous businesses, research studies, domestic trade coordination, and tariff response initiatives.

Invests inSector AgnosticCanadaNorth America

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Series A
HQ
Moncton, NB, CA
Instruments
Grants
Founded
1987

Team · 7 people

from the firm's website
Laura Lee Langley· President

President of ACOA, responsible for administering the agency's operations and employees.

Chuck Maillet· Vice-President, Policy, Programs and Communications
Dave Boland· Vice-President, Newfoundland and Labrador
Janine Fraser· Vice-President, Nova Scotia
Kalie Hatt-Kilburn· Vice-President, New Brunswick
Lyne Lirette-LeBlanc· Vice-President, Finance and Corporate Services
Sandra Lambe· Vice-President, Prince Edward Island and Tourism

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency funding invest at?
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency funding invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
What sectors does Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency funding focus on?
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency funding focuses on Sector Agnostic.
Where is Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency funding located?
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency funding is headquartered in Moncton, CA.

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