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Which trademark classes fit what you sell?
Tick what your business sells. See the Nice classes a Canadian trademark application would likely use, with a plain explanation of each, before you search or file.
General information about Ontario and Canadian law, not legal advice or an opinion on your situation. Results depend on your facts and documents, so check with a lawyer before you act.
Questions
Does CIPO charge per trademark class?
Yes. CIPO’s application fee covers the first class, and there’s a fee for each additional class. Filed online in 2026, that’s $491.06 for the first class and $149.04 for each additional class, rising to $499.41 and $151.57 on January 1, 2027. Check CIPO’s fees page before filing.
Can I just list the class headings in my application?
No. CIPO says the Nice class headings are only general indications. The Trademarks Act requires a statement of your goods or services in ordinary commercial terms, grouped by Nice class, and CIPO recommends its Goods and Services Manual for accepted wording.
Should we search before we file?
Yes. A search of the Canadian Trademarks Database and the wider market can show conflicting names before you spend on filing fees and branding. It also shows which classes competitors have used for similar products.
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