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Integrated Circuit Topographies
Protect integrated circuit topographies
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Canada
- Who can apply
- See full eligibility
Overview
Registering an integrated circuit topography gives you exclusive legal rights in Canada. The program covers the registration process and related guidance for protecting your topography and the integrated circuit product that incorporates it.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Activities funded
- Registration of integrated circuit topographies.
- Research on integrated circuit topographies.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the guide
- Consult the Guide to Integrated Circuit Topographies before starting the registration process.
- Step 2: Request the application form
- Contact the Client Service Centre to obtain a copy of the ICT application form.
- Step 3: Complete and submit the form
- Fill out the ICT application form and follow the registration process as instructed.
Documents Needed
- ICT application form
Processing and Agreement
- Consult the Guide to Integrated Circuit Topographies before registering.
- Contact the Client Service Centre to obtain the ICT application form.
- Contact a service representative for research on integrated circuit topographies.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Integrated Circuit Topographies Program
What is the Integrated Circuit Topographies?
Registering an integrated circuit topography gives you exclusive legal rights in Canada. The program covers the registration process and related guidance for protecting your topography and the integrated circuit product that incorporates it.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who can I contact for more information about the Integrated Circuit Topographies?
You can contact Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO).
Where is the Integrated Circuit Topographies available?
The Integrated Circuit Topographies program is available across Canada.
Is the Integrated Circuit Topographies a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Integrated Circuit Topographies is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Integrated Circuit Topographies?
Integrated Circuit Topographies is funded by Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)