Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) works with Canadians in all areas of the economy and in all parts of the country to improve conditions for investment, enhance Canada's innovation performance, increase Canada's share of global trade and build a fair, efficient and competitive marketplace. We are the federal institution that leads the Innovation, Science and Economic Development portfolio.
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Business and industry
Business taxes, permits and regulations, intellectual property, business support and how to sell to government.
Science and innovation
Scientific research, funding, datasets, innovation support, facilities and educational resources.
Money and finances
Managing your money, debt and investments, planning for retirement and protecting yourself from consumer fraud.
R&D and innovation
Funding, collaboration, commercialization and licensing resources to help fuel innovation.
Business grants and financing
Grants, loans, private and public sector financing and leveraging personal assets.
Federal corporations
Incorporating or making changes to a business corporation, not-for-profit, cooperative or board of trade.
Insolvency
Consumer proposals, bankruptcy and how to find a Licensed Insolvency Trustee.
Intellectual property and copyright
Protecting your intellectual property, trademarks, copyright and using IP as a business tool.
Research and business intelligence
Industry sector data, financial benchmarks, labour trends and business statistics.
International trade and investment
Exporting, importing and investing in Canada and foreign markets.
Broadcasting and telecommunications regulation
Broadcasting, distribution and spectrum licences, telecommunications standards, certification and more.
Standards
The different types of standards and certifying bodies that can be used by your business.
Permits, licences and regulations
The permits, licences and regulations that apply to your business.
Directories of Canadian companies
Registering as a Canadian supplier, searching for competitors and checking a company's incorporation status.
What we are doing
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Corporate information
Minister
Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Portfolio organizations
Canadian Intellectual Property Office
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) is responsible for the administration and processing of the greater part of intellectual property in Canada.
Communications Research Centre Canada
The Communications Research Centre Canada (CRC) is the Government of Canada's primary laboratory for research and development in wireless technologies, with a focus on the efficient exploitation of radio frequency spectrum.
Competition Bureau Canada
The Competition Bureau, as an independent law enforcement agency, ensures that Canadian businesses and consumers prosper in a competitive and innovative marketplace.
Industrial Technologies Office
The Industrial Technologies Office (ITO) advances leading-edge research and development by Canadian industries.
Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy
The Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy supervises the administration of all estates and matters under insolvency legislation.
Measurement Canada
Measurement Canada is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of measurement in the Canadian marketplace.
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