Intellectual Property in Canada

Flashcards covering key concepts, terms, and definitions related to intellectual property law in Canada.

Intellectual Property

A subcategory of intangible personal property referring to ideas, information, and creative works.

Copyright

The monopoly to copy or reproduce a created work. Protects the actual work itself but not the ideas behind it.

Patent

The exclusive right to produce, market, and sell a specific invention.

Trademark

Protects terms, symbols, designs, sounds, or colors that identify a product or company and distinguishes it from a competitor.

Confidential Information

Information given in circumstances clear that it is intended to remain confidential and not be disclosed.

Trade Secret

Particular kind of confidential information that gives a businessperson a competitive advantage.

Fair Dealing

An exception that allows limited use of copyrighted work under certain conditions, such as education and criticism.

Infringement

The unauthorized use of copyrighted material, which can lead to legal consequences.

Moral Rights

Rights retained by the creator of a work to ensure their authorship is recognized and their work is not altered negatively.

Regulatory Framework

Legislation, like the Copyright Act and Patent Act, that governs intellectual property and its protection.