Many business owners looking to move into the North American marketplace start with the United States; however, once established in the US, it may be a worthwhile endeavor to set your sights on the neighbor to the north. Canada’s vastness in both size and economy make it a logical next step when building your worldwide intellectual property portfolio. In order to […]
As the owner of a trademark, you understand the significance of the legal protections that are afforded to your company and your brand through the registration. Widening the growth potential of your business often means looking beyond the borders of the United States and seeking international trademark registrations. For those looking to broaden their business in North America, the next logical […]
The 5 steps needed to register a United States trademark as a Canadian based business: File your trademark in Canada Engage an experienced trademark attorney based in the U.S. Conduct a comprehensive trademark search File your trademark application with the USPTO Properly maintain your U.S. trademark registration 1. Register First in Canada Before you start the process to register your trademark […]
Steps to Register a Trademark in Canada: Choose a strong mark Hire a trademark attorney Complete a comprehensive trademark search File your application Respond to CIPO requests Many US trademark owners see the benefit of Canadian trademark registration. With its close proximity and millions of potential customers, it may make sense to begin your international trademark registration in Canada. While the […]
As of June 2019, the cost to register a trademark in Canada has increased. Registrants will now pay $330 for basic online trademark registrations, including one international class. For each additional class of goods or services, the cost is $100. For those filing through paper applications, a charge of $100 will be added. If you’ve recently registered your trademark with the […]
Obtaining an international trademark is an effective way to protect your brand. If your international trademark strategy includes Canada, be sure to conduct a search on the Canadian trademark database before you file your application. The Canadian Intellectual Property Office, or CIPO, provides a detailed tutorial on their website. Read below to learn about the importance of the search, basic navigation […]
As a U.S. trademark owner, you understand that the legal protections provided to you by a federally registered trademark in the United States are essential to protecting your brand and growing your business. Those protections, however, only apply to trademark disputes in the United States. To gain protections internationally, you must register with countries where you plan to do business now […]
Canada’s longstanding trademark laws are about to change. On June 17, 2019, Canadian trademark owners and applicants will see differences in how trademarks are approved, the cost to file, and the international application process, among other changes. The largest change to Canada’s trademark laws in recent history will better align with global trademark requirements and processes. Here’s what you need to […]