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Trademarks
Trademark registration and protection guidance
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : May 31, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
This program explains how to register and protect trademarks in Canada. It covers filing, examination, opposition, renewal, use requirements, and related registration steps.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
- Start a business
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : May 31, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Filing a trademark application
- Registering a trademark in Canada
- Renewing a trademark registration
- Responding to opposition or section 45 proceedings
Documents Needed
- Applicant name and mailing address
- Trademark representation or description
- Goods and services statement
- Goods and services grouped by Nice Classification
- Application fee
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Partnerships
- Trade unions
- Associations
- Joint ventures and corporations
Who is not eligible
- Applicants that are not a “person” under the Trademarks Act
- Marks that are only a name or surname
- Marks that are clearly descriptive, misleading, or confusingly similar to existing marks
- Marks using prohibited official symbols without permission
Eligible expenses
- Trademark application fee
- Additional class fees for goods or services
- Renewal fees every 10 years
- Fees related to opposition proceedings, if applicable
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed for completeness after submission.
- The Office searches for conflicting trademarks and examines registrability.
- The application is published for possible opposition.
- If no opposition succeeds, the trademark is registered and a certificate is issued.
- If objections are not addressed, the application may be considered abandoned.
Additional information
- Trademark registration is valid for 10 years and can be renewed every 10 years.
- Registered rights apply in Canada only.
- Owners are responsible for monitoring and enforcing their trademark rights.
- Changes in ownership or business name should be reported to the Registrar.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Trademarks Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Trademarks. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Trademarks?
This program explains how to register and protect trademarks in Canada. It covers filing, examination, opposition, renewal, use requirements, and related registration steps.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was May 31, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Trademarks program?
To be eligible for the Trademarks program, you must:
Must be a legal “person”
Mark must distinguish goods or services
Must meet registration requirements
What expenses are eligible under Trademarks?
Filing a trademark application
Registering a trademark in Canada
Renewing a trademark registration
Responding to opposition or section 45 proceedings
Who can I contact for more information about the Trademarks?
You can contact Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) by email at none or by phone at 819-953-CIPO (2476).
Where is the Trademarks available?
The Trademarks program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Trademarks?
Trademarks is funded by Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO), Government of Canada