CANADA

Lysaght offers a complete IP service in this jurisdiction, assisting clients in the registration, renewal, recordal and enforcement of their IP rights.

trade mark information

Types of Trade Mark

Classification

International, multi-class;
Goods and services can be registered.

International Arrangements

Convention priority can be claimed.

Renewal

10 years from the registration date, and every 10 years thereafter;
There is a 6 month grace period.

Use Provisions

Patent information

Types of Patent

Substantive with or without priority;
PCT national phase.

International Arrangements

Convention priority can be claimed.

Duration

20 years from the effective filing date.

Renewal

Annuities are payable on the second and each subsequent anniversary of the effective filing date.

design information

Types of Design

International Arrangements

Convention priority can be claimed.

Duration

10 years from the registration date, subject to the payment of a renewal fee after the first 5 years.

Renewal

A renewal fee is payable on the fifth anniversary of the registration date in order to extend the term for a further 5 years.

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