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IP Awareness Events and Training

IP Awareness Events and Training is a event offered by Springboard Atlantic for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador).

IP awareness events and training sessions delivered by Regional IP Counsellors across Atlantic Canada to educate startups and entrepreneurs about intellectual property. Attendance is a prerequisite for certain IP Advantage funding streams.

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Program details

As part of the IP Advantage and IP Assist programs, Springboard Atlantic's Regional IP Counsellors deliver IP awareness events and training sessions across Atlantic Canada. These events are designed to educate startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs about intellectual property and its importance for business growth. Attendance at IP awareness events is a prerequisite for the IP Advantage Implementation funding stream. The homepage prominently features the question 'Are you protecting your intellectual property?' and directs users to IP Advantage and IP Assist programs.

Who qualifies

Open to startups, SMEs, entrepreneurs, and others interested in learning about IP

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Deadlines and eligibility rules can change; always confirm details on the official program page before applying.