1. Service Overview
If your company’s name, address, or ownership changes, you must record these updates with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO). Maintaining accurate information ensures that your trademark remains valid and enforceable in Canada. Our professional service handles all document preparation, verification, and filing directly with CIPO to ensure timely and compliant recordal.
2. Why Updating Your Trademark Details in Canada is Important
- ✅ Legal Validity: Only the registered owner recorded with CIPO can enforce trademark rights in Canada.
- ✅ Official Notices: CIPO sends all examination, renewal, and opposition notices to the recorded address.
- ✅ Ownership Integrity: Keeping ownership details current avoids disputes and administrative delays during transactions.
- ✅ Business Compliance: Updated information is critical during audits, due diligence, or licensing negotiations in Canada.
3. The Canada Trademark Change Process
The Canada Trademark Change Process
CIPO requires timely updates to maintain the validity of your registered trademark.
Information Review
You provide your current trademark registration number(s) and the new ownership or address details.
Document Preparation
We prepare the change recordal forms and supporting documents in compliance with CIPO requirements.
CIPO Filing
We file the change request with CIPO and provide an official submission acknowledgment.
CIPO Review & Update
CIPO processes and records the change in the official trademark register, usually within 5–8 months.
4. Fee Structure for Canada Trademark Change
| Project | Cost (USD) | Details & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Change of Name / Address | 315 / record | Applicable when updating owner name or address after registration. |
| Ownership Change (Assignment Recordal) | 315 / record | For recording transfer of ownership or legal entity change under CIPO. |
Official Source: Based on Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) fee schedule and professional service rates.
5. What We Need From You
- Trademark registration number(s)
- Proof of change (e.g., certificate of name change, business registration, merger document)
- Signed Power of Attorney
- Details of the change (new name, address, or ownership information)
Keep Your Canada Trademark Records Current
Maintain full trademark protection by ensuring your ownership and contact details are up to date with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO).