On January 1, 2024, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) introduced significant increases to the government fees it levies on actions before the Canadian Trademarks Office, including fee increases of over 30% for...more
The Canadian Trademarks Office (TMO) has taken several steps to reduce the backlog of trademark applications awaiting examination that now exceeds 39 months for national applications. ...more
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In 2021, applications filed in Canada went up 13.7%, partly due to Canada’s accession to the Madrid Protocol.
When Canada is designated via the Madrid Protocol, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office...more