IP financing - Full members of IAC

Q: How much funding can be received?

IP financing - Full members of IAC Funds up to 15000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the IP financing - Full members of IAC a grant, loan, or tax credit?

IP financing - Full members of IAC is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the IP financing - Full members of IAC?

IP financing - Full members of IAC is funded by Innovation asset collective (IAC)

Q: Who is eligible for the IP financing - Full members of IAC program?

To be eligible for the IP financing - Full members of IAC program, you must: • Must be a full member of IAC (CAI) • Must be a for-profit SME in the data-driven clean technology sector

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the IP financing - Full members of IAC?

You can contact Innovation asset collective (IAC).

Q: Where is the IP financing - Full members of IAC available?

The IP financing - Full members of IAC program is available across Canada.

Q: Are startups eligible for the IP financing - Full members of IAC program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the IP financing - Full members of IAC program.

Q: Are women eligible for the IP financing - Full members of IAC program?

Yes, women are eligible to apply for the IP financing - Full members of IAC program.

Last Update: July 31, 2025

Canada

Supports IP financing for full members of the IAC

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The IP Financing grant for full members of IAC supports SMEs in advancing their intellectual property strategy and commercialization efforts, with funding available for activities such as patent portfolio development and related commercialization initiatives. The program aims to strengthen the competitiveness of data-driven clean technology companies by providing financial resources for essential IP expenditures.

Activities funded

Advancement of intellectual property (IP) strategies that support business growth.
Projects focused on the commercialization of innovations using intellectual property.
Initiatives aimed at strengthening patent portfolios for data-driven clean technology SMEs.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 80,000

IP commercialization for data-driven carbon capture software suite

$ 64,000

Trademark and patent registration for water quality sensor innovations

$ 98,000

Building international patent portfolio for smart battery diagnostics tech

$ 51,700

Patent landscape analysis and strategy for smart waste collection system

$ 93,000

Developing robust patent applications for solar panel recycling process

$ 112,000

Securing patent protection for AI-based grid optimization algorithms

Eligibility

The applicant must be a full or associate member in good standing with the IAC (CAI).
The funding request must align with the organization’s intellectual property (IP) strategy.
The project should support the business’s ability to commercialize innovations and generate revenue through IP.
The request must align with IAC’s mandate to enhance the patent portfolio of data-driven clean technology SMEs.

Who is eligible?

SMEs (Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises) that are full members of IAC (CAI)
SMEs operating in the data-driven clean technology sector

Selection criteria

Alignment of the requested funds with the organization's intellectual property (IP) strategy.
Consideration of the commercial impact on the business.
Consistency with the CAI’s mandate to advance the patent portfolio of data-driven clean technology SMEs, supporting their competitiveness and growth.

How to apply

Verify membership eligibility

Review the eligibility criteria for full members of IAC
Confirm your organization's membership status
Ensure your membership is active and in good standing

Prepare required documentation

Collect documentation outlining your IP strategy
Detail how funding will support your business objectives
Gather information on your company’s commercialization plans

Submit application to IAC

Submit your grant application to IAC
Ensure all supporting documents are included
Follow up with IAC if additional information is requested

Await evaluation results

Wait for the assessment of your application by IAC
Monitor communications for feedback or questions
Be prepared to provide further clarifications if necessary

Additional information

The term "woman" within the program includes cis and trans women, non-binary, gender-diverse individuals, and anyone who identifies as such.
Funding is specifically aimed at helping SMEs advance their intellectual property (IP) portfolio in the data-driven clean technology sector.
The program offers multiple categories of grants depending on the membership type within the organization.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the IP financing - Full members of IAC Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the IP financing - Full members of IAC. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.