Industry Links

Resources

A curated collection of associations, regulatory bodies, and patent tools relevant to industrial design, engineering, and product innovation in Canada and beyond. These resources reflect the professional landscape in which SHEPPiD operates and support the continued excellence of our work.

Ontario’s official body for accredited industrial designers. Supports design advocacy, events, and professional development. You can visit their website here.

One of the most recognized international industrial design associations. Offers educational content, certification, and community. You can visit their website here. They also have a Toronto chapter, and you can visit their website here.

A Cross-disciplinary design think tank in Ontario. Demonstrates the economic and social impact of design. You can visit their website here.

Global leader in advancing industrial design as a force for better quality of life. Administers World Design Capital and other initiatives. You can visit their website here.

Promotes global dialogue around the value of design across disciplines. Great for staying globally connected. You can visit their website here.

Formerly GDC, DesCan advocates for high standards in Canadian graphic and communication design. You can visit their website here.

Official federal agency for IP services in Canada, including patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and copyrights. You can visit their website here.

UN agency overseeing international IP protections including PCT patents. Essential for global filings. You can visit their website here.

UN agency overseeing international IP protections including PCT patents. Essential for global filings. You can visit their website here.