It has come to our attention that there has been a recent uptake in scams targeting patent and trademark owners. Scammers are crafting fake notices to trick people into paying for unnecessary patent and trademark services. Protect your intellectual property by staying alert.

How to  Spot a Scam

First of all, watch out for urgent notices demanding immediate action or payment. Secondly, verify the sender’s identity, as scammers often use fake email addresses. Be cautious if asked for payment or personal information that the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) wouldn’t typically request.

Furthermore, compare suspicious notices with official communications from CIPO. Research any claims about threats to your intellectual property independently before taking action.

Be Proactive

Moreover, it’s best to take the proactive approach. Visit CIPO’s scam warning page to see examples of fraudulent notices and review their 5 Quick Facts about Scam Notices. You can confirm the source of urgent emails by contacting us or CIPO directly.

If you need assistance or have any concerns, we are here to help.