Copyrights 

Find out about automatic copyright protection in Canada, how to register for a copyright with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office for added protection, and how to access the Canadian Copyrights Database.

• Copyrights

  Find out what copyright is, your rights and obligations under the Copyright Act of Canada, and how to file for a copyright.

• Guide to copyright

  Get the details on Canadian copyright — the benefits and processes of registering for copyright, licenses, royalties and tariffs, and much more.

• Canadian Copyrights Database

  Search this database for all Canadian copyrights registered as of October 1, 1991.

• Access Copyright

  Get copies from copyrighted books, magazines, newspapers and other material while ensuring that creators and publishers are fairly compensated for their works.

• Copyright Board of Canada

  Find out about your rights and responsibilities when you create or use literary and artistic works.

• Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada

  If you play recorded music or hire live musicians to enhance your business, SOCAN is there to help you determine what kind of licensing arrangement you require.

• COPIBEC
  Applies only to: Québec

  If your organization reproduces excerpts from copyrighted works (books, newspapers, magazines), you must obtain a licence from COPIBEC.

• Re:Sound Music Licences for Businesses

  Find out how to get the right licence(s) if you are playing recorded music as part of your business or at an event.