Software Development Partnership Agreement Template for Canada

1. Non-Competition: Restrictions on partners competing with the partnership's business - include when partners operate in similar markets

2. Third-Party Contractors: Rules for engaging external developers or contractors - include when external resources will be used

3. Insurance: Requirements for maintaining specific insurance coverage - include for high-risk or regulated projects

4. Data Protection: Specific provisions for handling personal or sensitive data - include when processing user data

5. Export Control: Compliance with international trade regulations - include for software with international distribution

6. Open Source Software: Guidelines for using and contributing to open source projects - include when using open source components

7. Service Level Agreements: Performance metrics and support obligations - include for customer-facing software

8. Change Control: Procedures for managing changes to project scope or specifications - include for complex, long-term projects

1. Schedule A - Project Scope: Detailed description of the software project, including features, functionality, and deliverables

2. Schedule B - Technical Specifications: Technical requirements, architecture, and development standards

3. Schedule C - Development Timeline: Project milestones, deadlines, and delivery schedule

4. Schedule D - Resource Allocation: Detailed breakdown of human resources, equipment, and facilities contributed by each partner

5. Schedule E - Budget and Costs: Financial projections, development costs, and resource expenses

6. Schedule F - Testing and Acceptance Criteria: Quality assurance procedures and acceptance testing requirements

7. Appendix 1 - Partnership Policies: Operating procedures, coding standards, and partnership guidelines

8. Appendix 2 - Licensed Materials: List of third-party software, tools, and licensed materials to be used in development