Legal protection
Legal protection is a general phrase for the ways the law safeguards rights and interests, such as contracts, intellectual property rights, consumer protection laws, security interests and court remedies. It is not a defined legal term. The protection available depends on the specific right and the law that creates it.
How BC law treats it
Intellectual property in Canada is federal, under the Patent Act, Trademarks Act and Copyright Act. BC consumer protection is governed by the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act, SBC 2004 c 2.
What it means for your business
A BC business should identify its key assets and choose the right protection for each, such as registration, contract terms or security.
Risks and common mistakes
Assuming protection exists without registering a trademark or signing an assignment can leave valuable assets unprotected.
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General information about British Columbia and Canadian law, current to October 2026. It is not legal advice.
