What industries are eligible for Indigenous Intellectual Property Program Grant — Travel stream?

Eligible industries include: intellectual_property, indigenous_knowledge, cultural_expressions.

Are there similar programs to Indigenous Intellectual Property Program Grant — Travel stream?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Indigenous Business Programs category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for Indigenous Intellectual Property Program Grant — Travel stream?

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Indigenous Intellectual Property Program Grant — Travel stream

Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, Canadian Intellectual Property Office

🪶 Indigenous Business Programs🪶 Indigenous-Owned🔬 Research💼 Commercialization🍁 National🤝 International Partnership

Travel money for your Indigenous IP-related initiatives

Funding

$6,000 - $6,000

Deadline

Aug 12, 2025

Status

Closed

What Is This Program?

You can get up to $5000/person to cover the costs of travelling, including preparation and registration fees, in Canada or abroad to participate in meetings, discussions, or negotiations related to Intellectual Property, Indigenous Knowledge, or Indigenou

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Non-repayable funding for eligible Indigenous organizations to support travel to World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) sessions, small-scale initiatives, and projects related to Intellectual Property (IP), Indigenous Knowledge (IK), and Indigenous Cultural Expressions (ICEs). Aims to make the IP system more inclusive and accessible to Indigenous Peoples, facilitate their use of the IP system, support Indigenous-led development of tools/guidelines, and increase participation in domestic and international discussions. Focuses on education, awareness, and capacity building.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium

Industries: intellectual_property, indigenous_knowledge, cultural_expressions

Region: Canada

Demographics: indigenous

Other Criteria: Indigenous organization (First Nations, Inuit, Métis governments and organizations, Bands, Tribal Council, Indigenous self-government entities, local, regional or national Indigenous organization), Registered charity or not-for-profit Indigenous-controlled organization, Incorporated for-profit Indigenous-controlled organization (including corporations), Indigenous-controlled unincorporated organizations (including sole proprietorships or partnerships), Indigenous-led: proposals must be led by an eligible Indigenous organization(s) and focus on benefits for Indigenous Peoples, Projects and activities must focus on intellectual property and/or have a connection to the protection of Indigenous knowledge and Indigenous cultural expressions, For WIPO Travel stream: Applicants must be accredited observers to the intended WIPO meeting

How Do I Apply?

IndigenousIP-PIAutochtones@ised-isde.gc.ca

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

This program is available to small, medium businesses in intellectual_property, indigenous_knowledge, cultural_expressions industries located in Canada.

This program offers funding up to $6,000 (minimum $6,000).

The application deadline is August 12, 2025.