CEED, the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education & Development, has been committed to advancing and supporting the spirit of entrepreneurship for more than 25 years. CEED is committed to delivering innovative programs and services that empower individuals and communities to achieve their full potential. We envision a vibrant and entrepreneurial Nova Scotia, and our mandate encompasses social and economic principles that make that vision a reality.

Each year, we help to increase the number of businesses operating in Nova Scotia through training, financing and networking opportunities. CEED has a unique community of like-minded entrepreneurs brought together by peer-to-peer learning opportunities, professional development strategies, and a passion for entrepreneurship.

Our goal is to help build successful and innovative businesses that contribute to a vibrant and entrepreneurial Nova Scotia. CEED is where the conversation starts! We pride ourselves on being the place where entrepreneurs can access the knowledge and expertise they need to begin their journey, grow their current business or gain the knowledge to take their idea to the next level. 



Programs designed for every stage of entrepreneurial development from idea to launch to scale. Whether you are starting a small business or commercializing a technical innovation, CEED has programming to assist you in reaching your potential.

Impactful business advisory and coaching challenges entrepreneurs to think critically, be financially astute in planning, and to execute plans effectively.

Access to Start-Up & Expansion Financing connecting entrepreneurs with a wide range of resources to help fund their ventures. 

Connection to a community of resources, founders and advisors 
offers our clients the opportunity to share insight and experiences with fellow CEED Alumni and to access entrepreneurial resources as members of the HubNS

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