BDC Capital — Intellectual Property-Backed Financing
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : October 08, 2020
- All industries
- Business Development Bank of Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The Intellectual Property-Backed Financing solution from BDC Capital supports well-managed commercialized companies with stable and growing commercial revenues, ownership or license of intellectual property assets, and a plan for global ambition.
- Stable and growing commercial revenues
- Ownership or license of patents, trademarks, trade secrets, proprietary software, data, and copyright
- A plan for global ambition
Who is eligible
There are eligible types of companies for the Intellectual Property-Backed Financing grant:
- Strong, well-managed commercialized companies with stable and growing commercial revenues
- Companies with ownership or license of patents, trademarks, trade secrets, proprietary software, data, and copyright
- Businesses with a plan for global ambition
Who is not eligible
Some types of companies may not be eligible for this grant:
- Companies without stable and growing commercial revenues
- Companies without ownership or license of patents, trademarks, trade secrets, proprietary software, data, and copyright
- Companies without a plan for global ambition
Evaluation & selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Intellectual Property-Backed Financing grant. The criteria include:
- Strong, well-managed commercialized companies with stable and growing commercial revenues
- Ownership or license of patents, trademarks, trade secrets, proprietary software, data, and copyright
- A plan for global ambition
How to apply
- Step 1: Learn about the Intellectual Property-Backed Financing solution from BDC Capital
- Understand the eligibility criteria and requirements
- Review the benefits and objectives of the program
- Step 2: Prepare your documentation and information
- Gather financial statements and projections
- Compile details about your intellectual property portfolio
- Develop a clear business plan with a focus on global expansion
- Step 3: Contact BDC Capital for further information and application process
- Reach out to the BDC Capital team for guidance
- Inquire about specific application requirements and timelines
- Step 4: Submit your application and supporting documents
- Complete the formal application form
- Provide all requested documentation and information
Grant Summary:
The Intellectual Property-Backed Financing solution from BDC Capital provides funding and guidance to companies with valuable intellectual property portfolios to support their growth and expansion.
Grant Details:
The Intellectual Property-Backed Financing initiative by BDC Capital aims to empower businesses with stable revenue streams, ownership of intellectual property assets, and global ambitions. With a $160M financing envelope, companies can access bespoke funding structures like debt, convertible debentures, or equity investments to fuel their growth. This program offers patient and flexible lending, minor equity co-investments, and early access to capital to strengthen businesses in the long term.
The reported benefits of owning intellectual property include increased business valuation, revenue growth, and improved access to capital. BDC Capital's team of experts in intellectual property, led by Lally Rementilla, provides strategic guidance and manages the funding envelope to support innovative companies with intangible assets. By collaborating with partners, BDC creates an ecosystem for Canadian entrepreneurs to thrive and scale their projects.
In addition to funding, BDC Capital offers resources like IP strategy assessment tools, an IP Toolbox from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, and educational articles on protecting business ideas through patents, trademarks, and copyrights. The success stories of companies like Novarc Technologies, supported by the IP Backed-Financing Fund, showcase the positive impact of intellectual property investments. Entrepreneurs looking to leverage their intellectual property for growth can apply to this program to explore new opportunities and expand their ventures.
