Canada
Trademark Registration in Canada - Protect Your Brand Nationwide
Trademark applications in Canada are administered by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) under the authority of the Trademarks Act, 1985.
CIPO is responsible for the examination, publication, opposition, registration, and maintenance of trademarks across Canada. Canada follows a substantive examination system, ensuring that trademarks are distinctive, lawful, and non-conflicting with prior rights before registration.
Why Trademark Registration is Important in Canada??
Exclusive Rights: Grants you exclusive legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout Canada.
Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) and relevant courts.
Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across the entire territory of Canada.
Regional Protection Advantage: Canada is a member of the Madrid Protocol, allowing international trademark protection through a single application across multiple member countries.
Trademark Registration Procedure in Canada
Here is the step-by-step process followed for trademark registration in Canada.
Filing
The application is submitted via CIPO's online portal, with the trademark representation, applicant details, and list of goods/services. Upon payment of fees, an official filing number is issued immediately.
Examination
CIPO examines the application for formal and substantive compliance. Minor issues may be resolved through examiner communication before a formal objection is issued.
Acceptance & Publication
If the application clears examination without objections, the mark is published in the Trademarks Journal for opposition.
Opposition Period
Third parties may file an opposition within 2 months from publication. If no opposition is filed or it is unsuccessful, the application proceeds further.
Registration
After payment of the registration fee, the official Certificate of Registration is granted.
Validity & Renewal
The Registered trademark is valid for a term of ten years, with the option to renew indefinitely in successive ten-year periods by paying the prescribed renewal fees.
Trademark Services Available in Canada
Attorney-Assisted Search
In-depth legal search for potential conflicts in Canada.
Trademark Registration Services
Complete filing and application management for Canada trademarks.
Trademark Renewal Services
Hassle-free renewals to maintain your Canada trademark protection.
Watch & Monitoring Services
Continuous monitoring of Canada trademarks to identify potential conflicts.
Ownership Transfer / Assignment
Efficient handling of trademark ownership transfers in Canada.
Licensing & Franchising Support
Expert guidance to license or expand your Canada brand.
Documents for Filing
Applicant’s name and mailing address of the applican
A representation or description, or both, of the trademark
Description of goods/services
Passport copy of Applicant / Authorized Signatory
The statement of goods and services grouped according to the Nice Classification
For Foreign Applicants: A Canadian trademark agent must be appointed. A signed Power of Attorney is required to formalize the agent's appointment but is not needed to initially file the application.
| Service Description | Official Fee | Attorney Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filing/ Application fee(Online) | 355 | -- | 355 |
| Each Additional class | 107 | -- | 107 |
Fees are indicative and subject to change. Contact us for the latest details.
**Last updated on: March 17, 2026
Timeline
Approx. 18–24 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.
Validity & Renewal
Approx. 18–24 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.
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