Contact information for the Canadian Intellectual Property Office.
Business hours:
Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (EDT), except statutory holidays.
To further assist clients following the launch of MyCIPO Patents, our Client Service Centre is extending its business hours from to . To learn more, visit our Next Generation Patents page.
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Frequently asked questions
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How do I register a copyright?
In Canada, copyright exists automatically when an original work or other subject matter is created, provided the conditions set out in the Copyright Act have been met.
Registration is not required for protection, but a certificate of registration is evidence that it exists and that the person registered is the owner. The request can be sent online, by mail or by fax. To register your copyright online:
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How can I get grants or financing for my business?
Get a tailored list of government programs that offer financing, grants, tax credits, government-backed loans, wage subsidies and expert advice:
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Where can I learn more about Intellectual Property?
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office has a wide variety of educational content to help you learn more about Intellectual Property, including e-learning modules, fact sheets, infringement information, international resources and more!
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Can I receive official electronic correspondence for my trademark?
Yes! As of March 2023, the Trademarks Office and the Trademarks Opposition board launched the Trademark Document Retrieval Service (TDRS) in order to send Office correspondence electronically.
How to change your method of correspondence:
Make the switch to electronic trademark correspondence!
How to retrieve your trademark documents online:
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Can I pay using VISA Debit/MasterCard Debit?
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office is unable to accept payments using either VISA Debit or Mastercard Debit at this time.
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Meet an IP Advisor
Book a one-on-one meeting with an intellectual property (IP) advisor at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) to better understand the strategic value of IP.
Contact us
Online
Email:
ic.contact-contact.ic@ised-isde.gc.ca
Contact form:
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Phone
Canada and the United States:
1-866-997-1936
International calls:
1-819-934-0544
TTY:
1-866-694-8389
In person
Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Place du Portage I
50 Victoria Street, room C-229
Gatineau, QC K1A 0C9
At this time, only visitors of the Public Search Room with an appointment will be allowed on the premises.
Mailing address
Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Place du Portage I
50 Victoria Street, room C-114
Gatineau, QC K1A 0C9
Courier
Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Place du Portage I
50 Victoria Street, room C-114
Gatineau, QC J8X 3X1
Fax
819-953-2476
819-953-6742
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