29 Jan 2021
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Is the copyright of a Canadian author valid in foreign countries?

Yes, as long as the country in question belongs to one or more of the international copyright treaties, conventions or organizations. These include the Berne Convention, the Universal Copyright Convention, the Rome Convention, and members of the World Trade Organization. Most countries do belong to one of the above.

How long is copyright valid in Canada?

The duration of a copyright spans the author’s life plus 50 years (that is, copyright typically expires 50 years after the autho...

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What are the steps involved in applying for a copy...

To register a copyright, an application is filed with the Copyright Office after which the Office will issue a Certificate of regi...

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