by Tanya R. | Jul 27, 2013 | Coastal News, Trademark Registration
Marking: What Those Symbols Mean and When to Use Them Trademark marking refers to the use of symbols or other designations to indicate trademark rights. We have all seen symbols such as ™ and ® on products and advertising, but what is not always clear is the...
by Tanya R. | Apr 2, 2013 | Trademark News
In anticipation of the new generic top-level domains, the Trademark Clearinghouse is designed to provide some protection for holders of registered trademarks. Background The current Internet Domain Name System features just 22 generic top-level domain names (gTLDs),...
by Tanya R. | Feb 27, 2013 | Trademark Case Studies
In Canada, applicants may rely on one or more bases when filing a trademark application, including use in Canada, proposed use in Canada, and foreign application/registration and use. The latter basis permits foreign applicants who own a corresponding registration in...
by Tanya R. | Jan 10, 2013 | Trademark Audit
Now is the time when many of us are making goals and plans for the coming year, both on a personal level and in our businesses. In the course of developing your business objectives, it would be a good idea to consider a trademark audit. A trademark audit involves a...
by Tanya R. | Dec 19, 2012 | Coastal News
Coastal Trademark Services is excited to announce that we will be kicking off the New Year in new office space! We are currently busy redesigning our space and will be pleased to welcome you to our Yaletown office effective January 2nd, 2013. Please take a moment and...