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Patent Collective Program
IP support for SMEs
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Eligible candidates
Overview
The Patent Collective Program supports Canadian SMEs through Innovation Asset Collective, with a $30 million pilot launched in 2020 and additional federal funding announced in Budget 2024 and proposed in Budget 2025. It helps firms understand, manage, and protect IP, navigate patent landscapes, and mitigate litigation risks.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Frequently Asked Questions about the Patent Collective Program Program
What is the Patent Collective Program?
The Patent Collective Program supports Canadian SMEs through Innovation Asset Collective, with a $30 million pilot launched in 2020 and additional federal funding announced in Budget 2024 and proposed in Budget 2025. It helps firms understand, manage, and protect IP, navigate patent landscapes, and mitigate litigation risks.
Who can I contact for more information about the Patent Collective Program?
You can contact Innovation asset collective (IAC).
Where is the Patent Collective Program available?
The Patent Collective Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Patent Collective Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Patent Collective Program is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Patent Collective Program?
Patent Collective Program is funded by Innovation asset collective (IAC)