Funding

Key Program Information

This program supports technology-focused startups that are actively commercializing IP. The program prioritizes companies with a strong alignment of business and IP strategies and demonstrate the potential for high growth. The Funding supports IP Strategy Development, IP Strategy Implementation, and IP Awareness events.

IP Strategy Development

The IP Strategy Development Program connects start-ups with IP professionals who help them develop an executable strategy.

This ensures that start-ups entrepreneurs have a comprehensive understanding of the IP domain they are pursuing. They also tailor a company’s IP strategy to their business model.

  • Eligibility is limited to start-ups that have attended awareness events
  • Start-ups work with Springboard Atlantic IP Advantage teams to develop applications
  • Funding is paid directly to providers to develop an executable strategy

IP Strategy Implementation

The IP Strategy Implementation Program connects start-ups with IP professionals who help them develop an executable strategy.

This ensure that start-ups entrepreneurs have a comprehensive understanding of the IP domain they are pursuing. They also tailor a company’s IP strategy to their business model.

  • Eligibility is limited to start-ups that have attended awareness events
  • Start-ups work with Springboard Atlantic staff to develop applications
  • Funding is paid directly to providers to implement an executable strategy

Before accessing IP Strategy Implementation Program support, the start-up must have an IP strategy finalized.

Funding Amounts

The co-investment requirements for funding awards are based on the specific nature of the project and the startup’s funding history. For most projects, the standard co-investment rate is 20% of eligible costs. However, for startups that have previously been awarded more than $75,000, any funding received above that $75,000 threshold will require a higher co-investment of 35%.

Lifetime Awards ReceivedCo-Investment RequirementSpringboard Atlantic Amount
Up to $75,00020% of eligible costs80%
Above $75,00035% of eligible costs (applies to the portion over $75k)65%

Application Submission Dates

Submissions are due by 5:00 PM (AST) on the quarterly dates below.

  • Friday, June 5, 2026
  • Friday, September 4, 2026
  • Friday, November 6, 2026

How do I apply for funding?

  1. Download the program package for guidelines, overview, service provider form and application form.
  2. Attend an IP Awareness Event.
  3. Connect with a Regional IP Counsellor.
  4. Connect with IP experts to prepare an application for program support.
  5. Work with your Regional IP Counsellor to submit an application.