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Research & Technology Commercialization

Q: We already have a university tech-transfer office. How does FICI fit?

FICI complements your office, adding international exposure through IFIA, industry connections and pathways that extend beyond Canada.

Promising Canadian research deserves a path to market. FICI works with researchers and technology developers to move their work beyond the research or technical stage, toward practical applications, commercial partners and new markets.

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Who we connect

Researchers
Universities
Inventors
Entrepreneurs
Industry
Investors
Commercialization partners

What’s included

Support may include:

Intellectual-property awareness
Technology assessment
Prototype development
Industry engagement
Startup formation
Licensing opportunities
Commercialization strategy
Investor introductions
Pilot opportunities
International technology exposure

Outcomes we aim for

Practical applications for Canadian technologies
Commercial and licensing partners
Pilot projects
New startups
Pathways to market, in Canada and abroad

Also within this program

International connections through IFIA

As a full member of IFIA and its official Canadian representative, FICI connects Canadian technologies with partners in IFIA member countries.

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.

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