Canada — Patent Renewal Fees (2025 Guide)
Keep your Canadian patents in good standing with transparent fees, reminders, and global coverage. This page outlines typical renewal schedules, cost components, and our managed service options for Canada.
- Attorney-led review and docketing safeguards
- 100+ jurisdictions covered through KA Global IP network
- Smart reminders, grace-period tracking, audit trail
Indicative Renewal Fees
All values are placeholders in CAD. Confirm current official fees, surcharges, and taxes before remittance.
| Year | Official Fee (CAD) | KA Service Fee | Total | Late Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 3 | $149.00 | $65.00 | $214.00 | $30.00 |
| Year 4 | $167.00 | $65.00 | $232.00 | $33.00 |
| Year 5 | $185.00 | $65.00 | $250.00 | $37.00 |
| Year 6 | $203.00 | $65.00 | $268.00 | $41.00 |
| Year 7 | $221.00 | $65.00 | $286.00 | $44.00 |
| Year 8 | $239.00 | $65.00 | $304.00 | $48.00 |
| Year 9 | $257.00 | $65.00 | $322.00 | $51.00 |
| Year 10 | $275.00 | $65.00 | $340.00 | $55.00 |
| Year 11 | $293.00 | $65.00 | $358.00 | $59.00 |
| Year 12 | $311.00 | $65.00 | $376.00 | $62.00 |
| Year 13 | $329.00 | $65.00 | $394.00 | $66.00 |
| Year 14 | $347.00 | $65.00 | $412.00 | $69.00 |
| Year 15 | $365.00 | $65.00 | $430.00 | $73.00 |
| Year 16 | $383.00 | $65.00 | $448.00 | $77.00 |
| Year 17 | $401.00 | $65.00 | $466.00 | $80.00 |
| Year 18 | $419.00 | $65.00 | $484.00 | $84.00 |
| Year 19 | $437.00 | $65.00 | $502.00 | $87.00 |
| Year 20 | $455.00 | $65.00 | $520.00 | $91.00 |
* Our team will confirm applicable grace periods and surcharges with CIPO before payment.
How KA Global IP handles CA renewals
Share details
Provide CA application/grant number and owner details. We run a docketing check and verify due dates.
Transparent quote
You receive a consolidated quote with official fees, our service fee, taxes (if any), and bank/wire options.
Attorney review
A patent attorney reviews risk flags (priority, lapse history, portfolio strategy) before proceeding.
Payment & filing
Upon approval, we pay the renewal on time, upload receipts, and update the audit trail in your portal.
Deadlines & practical notes (CA)
• Canadian patent renewals require regular maintenance fees—timing and amounts depend on status and timing. Confirm specifics for your case.
• A grace period may be available for missed deadlines with surcharges. Conditions vary; we’ll verify before any payment.
• Keep ownership and service address current to avoid missed notices. We can handle recordals ahead of renewals.
• For portfolios, consider bundling CA renewals with US/EU/APAC for consolidated billing and better cost control.
What we need from you
- • CA application or patent number
- • Legal owner / customer number (if any)
- • Desired instructions (maintain / lapse / evaluate)
- • Invoicing and payment preferences
Strategic advisory, not just payments
Renewals affect portfolio value. We map CA renewals to your global strategy—pruning low-value assets, extending core coverage, and aligning with licensing and enforcement plans. Expect clear, commercial advice—not just a payment receipt.
- Cost–value triage and coverage heatmaps
- Compliance guardrails and lapse risk alerts
- Audit-ready documentation and receipts
- Grace-period and surcharge handling
Frequently asked questions
When do renewal fees start for Canadian patents?
Maintenance obligations apply on a set schedule starting from annuity year 2 due one year after the international filing date. We confirm your exact timing with CIPO and reflect it in your quote.
Is there a grace period if we miss a due date?
A grace window with surcharges may be available depending on timing and case specifics.
Do you manage large portfolios with Canada included?
Yes. We consolidate instructions, billing, and receipts across 100+ jurisdictions with attorney oversight and ISO-certified processes.
Do you assist with recordals before renewal?
Yes. We update ownership or address of service to reduce the risk of missed notices and compliance issues.
Need a confirmed CA quote today?
Send the CA application/grant number and desired action. We’ll verify deadlines, confirm official fees, and reply with a final quote.
Disclaimer: This page is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Renewal schedules, fees and rules change. KA Global IP will verify all details with CIPO before filing. Proceed only on the basis of our final written quote.