Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada provides information, programs and resources to improve investment conditions, boost Canada's innovation performance, increase Canada's share of global trade, and help build a fair, efficient and competitive marketplace.
Target Customer
Canadian businesses, entrepreneurs, researchers, inventors, and organizations seeking government guidance on business, innovation, intellectual property, financing, and regulatory compliance.
Key Differentiator
A centralized federal portfolio offering a comprehensive suite of services—from intellectual property protection and financing to research funding, standards, permits, and government procurement—across multiple portfolio agencies.
Implementation Timeline
Not specified in the provided content
Pain Points
- 1Difficulty accessing funding and financing programs for small businesses and researchers
- 2Navigating intellectual property protection (trademarks, patents) and IP strategy
- 3Complex regulatory environment, permits, licences, and exporting/importing requirements
Key Features
- 1Small Business Financing Program and other grants/financing resources
- 2Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) for patents and trademarks, and IP as a business tool
- 3Research funding, datasets, and science/innovation resources
- 4Regulatory information on permits, licences, and telecommunications/broadcasting
- 5Directory of Canadian companies and resources for selling to government
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1Minister of Industry
- 2Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
- 3Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation
- 4Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
- 5Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism)
- 6Secretary of State (Rural Development)
- 7Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry
- 8Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism)
- 9Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development)
- 10Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation
- 11Deputy Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
- 12Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Deputy Minister/President of Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
- 13Associate Deputy Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Client Results
- 1Improved investment climate in Canada
- 2Enhanced Canada's innovation performance
- 3Increased Canada's share of global trade
- 4Creation of a fair, efficient, and competitive marketplace
Competitive Advantages
- 1Comprehensive, government-backed suite of programs spanning IP, financing, science and innovation, procurement, and regulations
- 2Access to multiple portfolio agencies (e.g., CIPO, CRC, Competition Bureau, Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy, Measurement Canada, Health Emergency Readiness Canada)
- 3Official Government of Canada source with bilingual (English/French) content and trusted branding
- 4Public-facing resources including publications and data for business and industry
Key Benefits
Additional Product Information
Product Description
Canada's federal department that leads the Innovation, Science and Economic Development portfolio, providing information, programs, and services to support business, IP, funding, trade, and regulation.
Target Market
Canadian businesses of all sizes, researchers, inventors, and organizations seeking government support and guidance on IP, financing, and market access.
Unique Value Proposition
One-stop federal hub offering IP protection, funding, research support, regulatory guidance, and procurement information for Canadian businesses and innovators.
Technical Requirements
Internet access; content available in English and French
Pricing Model
Free access to information and government resources; no pricing listed in content
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