IAC Program

IP Upskilling

IAC offers the gold standard in IP education. Our programs are designed to go beyond webinars to bridge the gap in understanding that exists at the intersection of IP and business strategy. We empower companies to develop and maintain solid, scalable, forward-thinking IP and Data Strategies. 

IAC’s industry-leading programs focus on providing practical training and tools that as an SMEs, you can leverage to create, implement, and commercialize a successful IP Strategy.

Our team is made of IP experts and business leaders in the innovation sector, giving our members a well-rounded perspective and support at every stage.    

IAC’s upskilling program is delivered through:

  1. An IP toolkit – resources, templates, checklists   
  2. Partner and special Custom-built online self-study modules  
  3. Monthly 1:1 advising opportunities, including feedback on grant applications 
  4. Hands-on, facilitated, synchronous workshops  
  5. Peer to peer networking – live on Zoom and at your convenience in discussion boards  

Women in IP Community Program

As Canada’s IP leader, we are working to build capacity in the Canadian innovation ecosystem. This includes Gender-based Programming, which creates a working community of support and networking for women working in, and adjacent to, IP.  

IAC’s Innovator Series


Our Innovator Series webinars present practical information and multi-faceted insights on issues you are dealing with every day, including real-life case studies.   

IAC Partner and Special Interest Programming

Our Partner and Special Interest Programming offers a deep dive into IP Strategy, IP-adjacent topics, and other subject matters important to you, as well our partners and the broader public.