Trademark Grant Analysis ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian businesses of all sizes (small, medium, large enterprises) - Self-employed individuals and sole proprietors - Corporations (federal and provincial) - Partnerships and joint ventures - Non-profit organizations - Indigenous businesses - Startups and established companies Key requirement: Must have a legitimate business presence or intent to use the trademark in Canada or internationally. --- ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution/subsidy program - Funding Coverage: Covers costs associated with trademark registration and renewal services - Cost Sharing: Varies by service provider and program stream - Repayability: Non-repayable (grants, not loans) - Geographic Scope: Support for Canadian trademark registration and international protection (via WIPO Madrid Protocol) Note: Specific dollar amounts depend on selected service provider and whether application involves domestic or international registration. --- ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Trademark search and clearance services - Professional trademark application preparation and filing - Legal consultation for trademark strategy - Registration fees with Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) - International trademark registration fees (Madrid Protocol filing) - Trademark renewal applications - Professional advice on trademark protection and enforcement - Translation services (if required for international applications) --- ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Eligibility Confirmation: Business must demonstrate legitimate use or intent to use the trademark - Application Timeline: Submit applications before trademark is publicly advertised or registration is finalized - Documentation Required: Business registration details, trademark usage evidence, application materials - Professional Services: May require use of approved service providers or IP professionals - Ongoing Compliance: Maintain active business operations; trademark must remain in use or face potential cancellation - Renewal Obligations: Responsibility to renew trademarks within required periods to maintain protection - Grant Duration: Support available for initial applications and subsequent renewals - IP Rights: Business retains full ownership of registered trademark