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MomentumPI – Intellectual property support
Intellectual property strategy support for Quebec-based innovative startups
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
MomentumPI provides financial assistance of up to $12,000 for Quebec-based start-ups to develop and implement customized intellectual property strategies. The program supports training, consultation, and IP strategy creation for innovative businesses supported by accelerators or incubators.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 2,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Provision of training for entrepreneurs and support organizations on intellectual property (IP) fundamentals and advanced strategies.
- Development of customized intellectual property strategies for innovative companies.
- Implementation of tailored intellectual property strategies in collaboration with IP experts.
- Consultation services to assess company IP needs and formulate action plans.
- Organization of awareness events promoting the importance of intellectual property for startups.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Startups supported by accelerators, incubators, or recognized support organizations
- Innovative companies in Quebec with a business model based on an innovative product or service
Who is not eligible
- Companies not supported by an accelerator, incubator, or recognized support organization.
- Companies not headquartered in Quebec or not intending to maintain their head office in Canada.
- Businesses not in the early stages of commercialization (with annual sales above $2 million).
Eligible expenses
- Consulting fees for intellectual property (IP) experts to evaluate the company's file.
- Consulting hours for developing a customized IP strategy.
- Financial assistance toward the creation of an intellectual property action plan and strategy.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- The initiative is managed in Quebec by main, which serves as a facilitator and connector to a network of intellectual property professionals.
- Service delivery is structured in three parts: training, strategic planning, and implementation of intellectual property strategies.
- Free online training modules are available for startups, covering IP fundamentals and advanced strategies.
- Financial sponsorship may be available for organizations hosting events aimed at raising intellectual property awareness among entrepreneurs.
Frequently Asked Questions about the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support. 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.
What is the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support?
MomentumPI provides financial assistance of up to $12,000 for Quebec-based start-ups to develop and implement customized intellectual property strategies. The program supports training, consultation, and IP strategy creation for innovative businesses supported by accelerators or incubators.
Who is eligible for the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support program?
To be eligible for the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support program, you must:
Head office in Quebec and intend to keep it in Canada
Established business model based on an innovative product or service
Early-stage commercialization (annual sales of $2M or less)
What expenses are eligible under MomentumPI – Intellectual property support?
Provision of training for entrepreneurs and support organizations on intellectual property (IP) fundamentals and advanced strategies.
Development of customized intellectual property strategies for innovative companies.
Implementation of tailored intellectual property strategies in collaboration with IP experts.
Consultation services to assess company IP needs and formulate action plans.
Organization of awareness events promoting the importance of intellectual property for startups.
Where is the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support available?
The MomentumPI – Intellectual property support program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MomentumPI – Intellectual property support is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the MomentumPI – Intellectual property support?
MomentumPI – Intellectual property support is funded by Main, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)