Entrepreneurship in the Making

Sekinah Alagbe wears a chefs coat as she makes sweet treats for her business.

Sekinah Alagbe grew Saffy’s Eat and Treats with support from the Scotiabank Entrepreneur-in-the-Making program. Read more about her journey

Funding and support to launch or grow your business

If you’re a student or recent grad with a great business idea, you could get up to $3,000 to help launch or grow your company. The Scotiabank Entrepreneur-in-the-Making program is open to all NSCC campuses, and it’s a great way to kick-start your next big move.

EITM program options

Entrepreneur in the Making

Funding up to $3,000 is available for NSCC students and recent alumni (Class of 2020 to present) to start or expand businesses across Nova Scotia. Read how Sydney used EITM funding to expand her business

EITM Black and African Nova Scotian Cohort

In partnership with Blk Women in Excellence, this program offers $3,000 in funding and opportunities to help Black and African female entrepreneurs develop their business skills.

EITM Growth Grant

Provides $3,000 in funding to NSCC students and alumni at least one year out of the EITM program who are growing their business, plus access to advisory sessions and mentorship.