Copyright
Canada
Apply for copyright protection
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
grant_single|financingType
Other Support
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Information and cultural industries
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Canada
- Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open
grant_single_labels|preview
Learn about, search or apply for registration for copyright for literary, artistic, dramatic and musical creations.
grant_single_labels|projects
- Register a copyright - Transfer ownership - View fees - Choose a form - Learn about copyright - Identify your IP - Copyright infringement - Prepare your application - See how your registration is processed - Request a certificate of correction - Order documents - Send correspondence
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$12,000
Toronto
Registering copyrights for an independent music album
$20,000
Calgary
Copyrighting a documentary film about Canadian wildlife
$16,000
Montreal
Copyright registration for a series of children's books
$25,000
Waterloo
Copyright registration for an innovative software tool
$14,000
Vancouver
Copyright registration for a collection of digital artworks
$10,000
Ottawa
Registering copyrights for a theatre production script
grant_single_labels|admissibility
The eligibility criteria for this grant include the following: 1. The applicant must be a Canadian resident. 2. The project must be related to a creative work that is protected by copyright. 3. The applicant must demonstrate financial need or relevance to the grant's objectives. 4. The project must align with the goals and priorities of the grant program. 5. The applicant must provide a detailed project proposal outlining the creative work, timeline, budget, and expected outcomes. 6. Any previous grants or funding received for the same project must be disclosed. 7. The applicant must adhere to the grant application deadlines and submission requirements. These are general eligibility criteria, and specific grant programs may have additional or different requirements. It is advisable to review the specific guidelines of the grant program you are interested in applying for.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are no specific types of companies mentioned in the grant context that are not eligible for the grant.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
There are no specific types of companies mentioned in the grant context that are not eligible for the grant.
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Evaluation based on the originality, relevance, and feasibility of the proposed project.
- Selection criteria also include the applicant's qualifications, experience, and budget justification.
- Additional consideration may be given to projects that demonstrate potential for significant impact or innovation.
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Prepare your application for copyright registration by ensuring your work meets the conditions set out in the Copyright Act. This includes being the author of the work and meeting citizenship or residency requirements.
- Step 2: Submit your application to the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) along with the required fees. The application process does not involve CIPO verifying the claims made in the application.
- Step 3: Await the processing of your application and the issuance of a certificate of registration, which serves as evidence of copyright ownership. The certificate may be challenged in a court proceeding.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
- Please be aware of the recent change in copyright protection term in Canada from 50 to 70 years after the author's death. - Ensure that works already in the public domain are not affected by this change. - For more details, refer to the amendments made to the Copyright Act in June 2022.
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Grant Summary:
A Guide to Copyright is a comprehensive resource provided by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office to help creators understand copyright laws and register their original works for protection.
Grant Description:
The Guide to Copyright by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office serves as a valuable tool for individuals looking to protect their creative works such as literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic creations. It explains the definition and applicability of copyright, the benefits of registration, the term of protection, works of Crown copyright, and the application process. The guide also covers fees, electronic services, anonymity in registration, copyright notice requirements, assignments and licenses, additional contacts for copyright-related issues, and frequently asked questions to provide a comprehensive understanding of copyright law in Canada.
