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IP for Business
Intellectual property training, tools and expertise
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : March 8, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
Access a selection of free online and in-person seminars, tools and resource materials or speak with an expert to help you protect your intellectual property and use it as a strategic asset for your business.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Develop an online presence
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : March 8, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing and implementing an intellectual property strategy for your business.
- Identifying, protecting, and managing new intellectual property assets.
- Commercializing intellectual property and bringing protected ideas to market.
- Enforcing intellectual property rights to prevent infringement.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
There are several types of companies eligible for this grant:
- Start-ups
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Large corporations
How to apply
1
Create a user account
- Tasks: Access the grant program website
- Click on "Create an account"
- Provide the requested information for registration
2
Fill out the grant application form
- Tasks: Log in to your user account
- Select "New grant application"
- Complete the form by providing the required details
3
Submit the application
- Tasks: Check that all information is correct
- Click on the "Submit application" button
- Wait for the confirmation of receipt
Frequently Asked Questions about the IP for Business Program
What is the IP for Business?
Access a selection of free online and in-person seminars, tools and resource materials or speak with an expert to help you protect your intellectual property and use it as a strategic asset for your business.
Who is eligible for the IP for Business program?
To be eligible for the IP for Business program, you must:
No specific eligibility criteria for the IP for Business program were provided in the available information.
What expenses are eligible under IP for Business?
Developing and implementing an intellectual property strategy for your business.
Identifying, protecting, and managing new intellectual property assets.
Commercializing intellectual property and bringing protected ideas to market.
Enforcing intellectual property rights to prevent infringement.
Who can I contact for more information about the IP for Business?
You can contact Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO).
Where is the IP for Business available?
The IP for Business program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the IP for Business?
IP for Business is funded by Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)