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A Guide to Industrial Designs

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  1. This electronic version of the guide is the official one.
  2. In the event of any inconsistency between this guide and the applicable legislation, the legislation must be followed.
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Table of Contents

  • The Basics
    • Purpose of this guide
    • Who we are
    • Contact us
  • Industrial designs fuel success
  • What is an industrial design?
  • Why should you register?
  • What you cannot register
  • Who can apply for registration?
  • When to file an application
  • How long does the process take?
    • Conflicts
  • How long does registration last?
  • What to consider before filing an application
    • The search
    • Consider finding a registered patent agent
  • Getting Started
    • Preparing an industrial design application
      • Application form
      • Title
      • Description
      • Drawings and photographs
      • Fees
      • Submit your application
      • Corresponding with the Industrial Design Office
    • Electronic services
    • The registration process
      • Initial processing
      • Classification
      • Preliminary examination
      • Search
      • Examination
      • Responding to the examiner's objections
      • Registration
      • Appeals process
    • Additional considerations
      • Variants
      • More than one design
  • Beyond the Basics
    • Other industrial design applications
      • Registration outside Canada
      • Priority
    • Marketing rights
      • Assignment
      • Licences
    • Marking a product
    • Enforcing your rights
    • Website of interest
  • Appendix I — Frequently Asked Questions
  • Appendix II — Glossary
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2011-11-23
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