The National Network
Ecosystem Partners
Connecting Canadian startups with the national network of intellectual property support organizations.
CIPO — Canadian Intellectual Property Office
The official federal body responsible for the administration and processing of the vast majority of IP in Canada, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs.
Innovation Asset Collective (IAC)
A membership-based non-profit assisting Canadian SMEs in the data-driven clean technology sector to better understand, develop, and leverage IP as a strategic business asset.
IP Assist — NRC IRAP
Provides funding to SMEs to help them understand their IP position and develop comprehensive IP strategies aligned with their commercialization goals.
CanExport Innovation
Provides funding to help Canadian SMEs protect their IP in international markets, supporting patent filings, trademark registrations, and related legal costs abroad.
IPON — Intellectual Property Ontario
A provincial agency that provides trusted IP support, resources, and advisory services to help Ontario innovators scale their businesses and compete globally.
IPIC — Intellectual Property Institute of Canada
The professional association for patent agents, trademark agents, and lawyers specializing in IP law — the authoritative voice on IP practice standards in Canada.
IP Village
A joint initiative that helps Canadian businesses learn about intellectual property, connect with legal and business experts, and access specialized IP resources.
Indigenous IP Program (IIPP)
Provides grant funding to support Indigenous organizations, businesses, and creators in protecting, managing, and commercializing their traditional knowledge and cultural expressions.
ExploreIP
Canada's Intellectual Property Marketplace, allowing businesses to search, discover, and license valuable patents held by public sector institutions and universities to accelerate innovation.