Madrid Protocol

Also called madrid system, international trademark, wipo trademark

What is a madrid protocol?

An international system, administered by WIPO, for seeking trademark protection in many countries through one application. Canada joined in 2019; a Canadian applicant first needs a Canadian application or registration and then files through CIPO.

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Sources

  1. CIPO: International trademarks under the Madrid Protocol

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