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Welcome to ACOA The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) is committed to creating opportunities for economic growth in Atlantic Canada by supporting businesses, non-profits, municipalities and academic institutions. Its programs provide funding and guidance to help organizations innovate, expand and succeed. Introducing MyACOA – Your Client Portal MyACOA is a modern, secure and client-friendly digital platform designed to make your experience with ACOA easier and more efficient. It replaces the legacy ACOA Direct system and reflects the Agency’s commitment to Client First. Effort Less. What You Can Do in MyACOA
  • Submit and manage applications Apply for funding and check the status of your requests online.
  • Track project progress Upload required documents, submit claims and monitor payments. (Claims coming in 2026. Please continue to use ACOA Direct for all claims.)
  • Access anytime, anywhere Enjoy 24/7 access from any device with secure login options using GCKey or Sign-in Partner and two-factor authentication.
Why MyACOA?
  • Easier, More Secure — Built to modern digital standards for reliability and safety.
  • Less Paperwork, Fewer Delays — Streamlined processes mean quicker support for your projects.
  • Client-Centred Design — Developed based on client feedback and best practices.
 Getting Started
  1. Sign In — Use your secure credentials to access your account.
  2. Explore Your Dashboard — View active projects, funding details and key updates.
  3. Need Help? — Visit our Help Centre or contact your ACOA representative for support.
New Client
 Thank you for your interest in ACOA!

Before applying, we encourage you to connect with an ACOA representative to discuss your project or business needs. Speaking with us first can help save you time and effort in preparing a strong application.

ACOA also works with a broad network of funding partners, and we may be able to help you access additional support and funding beyond our own programs.

Reach out today to schedule a conversation about your goals and how our programs—or those of our partners—can best support you.

Note: You can still sign up for a MyACOA account and start a new application at any time.
Call 1‑888‑576‑4444
Or Send an email at
bis-sie@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Existing Client
 If you are an existing ACOA client, you have two options:
  • You can submit a new funding application using MyACOA our new ACOA Client Portal.
  • You can submit a claim using ACOA Direct, our old portal.

Note that your login credentials are the same for both portals.

For more details, visit our Help Centre or reach out to your ACOA representative.
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Transition from ACOA Direct Existing clients can continue to use ACOA Direct for claims while new applications are submitted through MyACOA. Over the next year, all features will transition to MyACOA for a better user experience.