How Do You Get A Patent In Canada The 4 Steps To Getting A Patent?
When you invent a process or a product that you feel is worthwhile, you’ll want to get a patent for it. Otherwise, your rights to the invention are not protected. Someone else could invent the same thing and get a patent on it, effectively preventing you from using your invention. And even if that doesn’t happen, as soon as you start producing and/or selling your invention, the secret will be out, and anyone who wants to will be able to imitate your idea. If you get a patent for your invention, though, you will have the exclusive right to make, use or sell your invention in Canada. (Note, however, that successfully acquiring a Canadian patent does not protect your rights in other countries. As patent law is national, you need to get a patent in each country where you want your rights to be protected.) How to Get a Patent in Canada There are basically four steps to getting a patent in Canada: • Do a patent search. • Complete a patent application. • Submit your patent application. • Requ
