Go-to-Market Support for Foreign Aquaculture Tech
Your Local Bridge Into the Canadian Blue Economy
Canada is one of the world’s most promising growth markets for aquaculture and ocean innovation — but entering it isn’t always straightforward. Regulatory nuance, regional diversity, funding requirements, cultural expectations, and local procurement networks can be difficult to navigate without trusted, on-the-ground support.
Scotia Blue Technology exists to simplify that process.
We help foreign aquaculture and ocean tech companies successfully enter and operate within the Canadian market by acting as your connector, interpreter, and local integration partner.
If you’re ready to scale into Canada — especially Atlantic Canada — we’ll help you do it efficiently, strategically, and with the right partners at your side.
What We Do
Market Entry Strategy & Positioning
We help evaluate where and how your technology fits into Canada’s regional markets — identifying potential buyers, partners, and funding programs. We provide competitive landscape insight, advise on product-market fit, and help tailor messaging to Canadian stakeholders.
Regulatory Navigation
Canada’s aquaculture and environmental compliance frameworks are rigorous and vary by province. We help you understand what permits, certifications, or standards are needed — and connect you with the experts or bodies to secure them.
Pilot Site Identification & Facilitation
We help source ideal Canadian pilot sites, including aquaculture operators, Indigenous communities, research labs, or innovation clusters. We coordinate introductions, clarify partnership terms, and assist in aligning pilot outcomes with public funding incentives.
Funding Alignment & Proposal Support
We identify Canadian innovation or adoption funding streams that can subsidize your entry — either directly or through a Canadian partner. We support joint proposal development to ACOA, SDTC, and provincial programs.
Ongoing Local Support & Advisory
From hiring local reps to coordinating your first installs, we help you establish a footprint that’s functional and future-proof. Our support continues beyond launch — including integration, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring pilot outcomes.
Who It’s For
- Aquaculture technology firms looking to expand into Canada with products in:
- Land-based or RAS systems
- Remote water quality monitoring
- AI-based feeding or biomass tools
- Marine robotics and automation
- Aquatic health and traceability platforms
- Ocean tech startups with proven traction in the EU, Asia, or US seeking expansion into the Canadian blue economy
- Export agencies and accelerators supporting innovators in bringing their technologies to international markets
Why Work With Us
- We live in your target market. We’re based in Nova Scotia, active across Atlantic Canada, and deeply embedded in the local aquaculture and innovation ecosystems.
- We make connections that matter. From Indigenous co-owners to government advisors to research pilots — we help you reach the right people.
- We reduce friction. We know how to avoid the common pitfalls of entering Canada — from misaligned partners to stalled pilot projects to overlooked regulatory details.
- We support long-term success. We don’t just help you enter. We help you grow.
What Market Entry Might Look Like
- Scouting Nova Scotia RAS farms for pilot integration
- Co-applying with a Canadian distributor for SDTC or ACOA funding
- Hosting product demos for Indigenous aquaculture firms
- Tailoring EU-compliant software to Canadian traceability laws
- Coordinating onboarding of a smart sensor solution into a multi-site operation
Ready to Enter the Market?
If you’re ready to explore Canada as a growth market — but want to do it right the first time — Scotia Blue Technology can be your trusted local guide.