Program
Inclusive Innovators
Removing barriers so more people can enter, and lead, Canadian innovation.
- Idea creation
- Invention
- Prototype & IP
Build
Innovation to Commercialization
You’ve developed an invention. Now it needs to reach the market. FICI supports inventors, researchers, entrepreneurs, startups and early-stage companies as they move from invention development toward commercialization, with the right support for each project.
Who it’s for
Inventors, researchers, entrepreneurs, startups and early-stage companies with an invention or prototype who are ready to work toward the market.
What’s included
Depending on your project, support may include:
- Commercialization mentorship
- Intellectual-property awareness
- Prototype-development guidance
- Business-model development
- Market-readiness support
- Pitch preparation
- Investor readiness
- Industry introductions
- University and research connections
- Pilot and demonstration opportunities
- Referrals to incubators and accelerators
- International commercialization opportunities
We prepare and connect; we don’t replace.
FICI doesn’t try to replace incubators, accelerators, patent professionals, investors or government programs. Our role is to help you arrive better prepared, and to connect you with the organizations most useful for your next stage.
Also within this program
Patent and IP guidance
Understand your intellectual-property options, including Canadian, U.S. and international (PCT) patent applications, and get connected with qualified IP professionals. FICI offers discounted patent services to its members.
IP workshops
Free intellectual-property workshops, run with the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC).
Upcoming events
Frequently asked questions
Nothing opens on its own.
Ready to take the next step?
Tell us where you are, and we’ll help you find the right next step.
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