Important Notice: CIPO’s Trademark Registration Fee Adjustments for 2024
IMPORTANT NOTICE CIPO’s TrademarkRegistration Fee Adjustments for 2024 Planning to register a trademark in Canada? A timely decision is imperative. The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has officially announced a 25% increase in most of its trademark fees, effective January 1, 2024. This fee adjustment will extend to various services, including trademark applications, registrations, renewals,
Top 10 Questions About Canadian Trademark Registration Answered
Patrola Law ─ Your Legal Guide to Understanding Canadian Trademark Welcome to Patrola Law, your legal guide to understanding Canadian trademark registration. As a leading authority in intellectual property law, Patrola Law is here to shed light on the most pressing questions surrounding trademark registration in
The Metaverse Series Part 2: Trademark Infringement in the Metaverse
In Part 1 of the Metaverse Series, we discussed the feasibility of registering a trademark for use in the Metaverse. In Part 2, we will discuss potential triggers of trademark infringement in the Metaverse. What Constitutes Trademark Infringement? Pursuant to Section 19 of the Trademarks Act, a trademark registrant has the exclusive right to use
The Metaverse Series Part 1: Can I Trademark the Metaverse in Canada?
What is the Metaverse? The Metaverse is an extensive set of interconnected computer networks producing real-time rendered 3D virtual spaces or worlds which allow users to feel a sense of ‘reality’. Many people view the Metaverse as the next stage of the Internet from “Web 2.0”
Can I Trademark My Name?
Many entrepreneurs face the exciting and important task of creating a name for their new business. It is important to get a business’s name right because it may be integral to the brand’s identity and the overall recognition of the brand. Many entrepreneurs wish to use
Can my Canadian Trademark Application be Expedited?
One common question we get asked is whether it’s possible to expedite the trademark application process. Normally, it takes 18 to 24 months or longer to receive trademark registration approval from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO). When you file a Canadian trademark application, it is
Avoid These 4 Common Misconceptions About Trademark Protection
As a business law firm that has worked with countless startups, entrepreneurs and small businesses over the past decade, we witnessed several common mistakes made by clients when it comes to protecting their brand. We want to share the top 4 misconceptions about trademark protection that
Colourful or Colourless? Protecting a Colour Trademark
During a never-ending road trip, you finally come across a sign that is red and yellow and you’re starving! What comes to your mind? Most likely McDonalds! Certain colours have gained recognition after a long period of use, such as the red and yellow colours
Determining Nice Classes for Trademarks in Canada
Since the CIPO’s adoption of the Nice Agreement as of June 17, 2019, it is mandatory for trademark applicants to classify all goods and services under the Nice Classification system in accordance with the Trademarks Act. For those applying for a trademark for the first time, determining the appropriate class of