We offer the following information regarding trademark filings in Canada in response to questions frequently asked by our foreign associates:
- What is the timeframe for approval of a Canada trademark application?
A trademark application typically takes between 12 to 18 months to be allowed. - Does Canada have a classification system for trademarks?
Canada does not have an official class fee system. The cost to prepare and file a Canadian trademark application is the same regardless of the number of classes the trademark may fall under. - Is a power of attorney required?
No formal papers or powers of attorney are required for our firm to file your trademark applications in Canada. - What forms, legalizations or notarizations are required?
No form, legalization or notarization signed by the applicant is required for a trademark application according to Canadian practice. - Is Canada part of the Madrid Protocol?
Canada is not part of the Madrid Protocol treaty. If you need protection for a trademark in Canada, you must file in Canada. - When are trademark renewal fees due?
To maintain a Canadian trademark registration, the owner must pay a renewal fee every 15 years.
Contact Our Canada IP Lawyers and Agents
For additional information, call our Vancouver trademark lawyers and agents at Cameron IP at 778-724-1699 or toll free at 866-951-5632, or contact us online for a prompt response.
