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AccelerateIP

About the Program

Your intellectual property is one of your startup’s most valuable assets—but only if it’s properly protected and implemented. AccelerateIP provides education, mentorship, and funding supports to help startups in BC, Yukon, Nunavut, and Northwest Territories secure their innovations and build a scalable business.

Protect, leverage and implement your intellectual property with AccelerateIP.

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How it works

Led by New Ventures BC with prime collaborator Innovate BC, and delivered in partnership with a network of partners and collaborators, AccelerateIP supports startups at every stage of their IP journey through three tailored streams:

Stream 1 – IP Education & Awareness: Build a strong foundation with expert-led IP training, webinars, asynchronous online modules, and more. 

  • IP Certification Program

    By finishing the cohort-based IP Certification Program, you’ll gain a Certificate of Completion, a LinkedIn badge, and “Certified” status. Completing an education course is one way to meet the education eligibility requirement for Streams 2-2 and 3.

Stream 2 – IP Strategy

    • 2-1 Mentorship: Get 1:1 mentorship to align your IP strategy with your business goals
    • 2-2 Funding Supports – Turn your IP plans into action with up to $25,000 in legal funding supports

Stream 3 – IP Implementation

Receive up to $60,000 in funding supports to implement key IP protections.

Why It Matters

Companies that own IP report increased revenue, competitive advantages, and stronger long-term business prospects—yet only one-fifth of Canadian businesses hold any form of IP.  AccelerateIP is here to change that.

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Eligibility

Each stream has progressive eligibility requirements. The general eligibility for the program is:

  • A startup based in BC, Yukon, Northwest Territories or Nunavut
  • Fewer than 500 full-time employees
  • Have an innovative technology and/or operate in the tech sector
  • Own or have the rights to use your IP in Canada
  • Registered non-profit organizations that meet the above may also apply

Each stream will also ask questions to help assess your IP readiness and knowledge

Ready to Apply?

Visit the program website for up to date information, intake dates, and  program guidelines.

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