CPATA is the independent public interest regulator of patent agents and trademark agents in Canada.
For the Public
Find an agent
Filing a patent or trademark application
Concerns or complaints about an agent
For Licensees
Licence renewal
Become an Agent
Insurance
Our role
As an independent regulator, CPATA protects the public interest by strengthening the competencies of patent agents and trademark agents, and building confidence in accessible, ethical and expert intellectual property services in Canada.
Our commitment to supporting the rigour and sophistication of the profession plays an important part in driving innovation and stimulating Canada’s economic growth.
Latest from the College

New Competency Profiles for Patent Agents and Trademark Agents Adopted by CPATA’s Board of Directors
On March 2, 2023, CPATA’s Board of Directors adopted the new competency profiles for patent agents and trademark agents, following the profiles’ approval by the……
- March 6, 2023

CPATA Releases Insightful Data about the IP Profession from its Survey of Licensees
Over 500 patent agents and trademark agents completed CPATA’s survey of licensees in 2022, providing never-before-collected information about their professional activities and demographics. The survey……
- February 6, 2023
Upcoming Events
No Events