Advance eligible existing patent applications to the next stage of protection. 

Funding: Up to $10,000
Co-investment: 35%
Award limit: No limit

Best suited for 

• Businesses with an existing provisional or PCT patent application
• Applicants preparing to advance an application to the next filing stage
• Businesses seeking support with eligible conversion and related patent costs
• Applicants with a clear conversion plan and timeline that fits within ElevateIP Alberta project timelines

Typical activities

• Patent drafting and filing activities related to conversions

What to know

Funding is intended for activities related to existing patent applications or patent assets. Preference is given to immediate conversion activities.