Intellectual
Property
Ontario (IPON)​

REGION

Atlantic Canada (Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick)

ABOUT

Springboard Atlantic is a regional innovation network that connects post-secondary institutions across Atlantic Canada with industry to drive research commercialization and economic growth. By fostering collaboration between academia and business, Springboard supports the development of new technologies and the translation of research into market-ready solutions.

As the delivery partner for the ElevateIP program in Atlantic Canada, Springboard Atlantic helps startups and researchers identify, protect, and commercialize their intellectual property. Through tailored funding and advisory support, the program enables innovators to build effective IP strategies that reduce risk, protect assets, and unlock long-term competitive advantages.

ELIGIBILITY

Funding may be used for eligible services

  • IP assessments and roadmap development
  • IP strategy creation and execution
  • IP protection, including drafting and filing
  • Legal support for IP-related agreements
  • Coaching and advisory services

ineligible services

grant amount

  • Up to $100,000
  • Applicant Co-investment: 20%
  • Please note: Companies that have already received over  $75,000 in lifetime support, the co-investment requirement increases to 35%.

CONTACT

info@springboardatlantic.ca