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Simple Software License for Canada

Simple Software License Template for Canada

A Simple Software License Agreement governed by Canadian law that establishes the terms and conditions under which software can be used by the licensee. This document outlines the scope of the license grant, usage restrictions, intellectual property rights, warranties, and limitations of liability while ensuring compliance with Canadian federal and provincial legislation, including the Copyright Act and relevant privacy laws. It provides a straightforward framework for software licensing transactions while protecting both the licensor's intellectual property rights and the licensee's usage rights.

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What is a Simple Software License?

This Simple Software License Agreement is designed for use in Canadian jurisdictions when a software provider needs to grant usage rights to their software while maintaining ownership of the intellectual property. The document is particularly suitable for straightforward software licensing arrangements where complex customization or extensive professional services are not required. It includes essential provisions required under Canadian law, including compliance with the Copyright Act, PIPEDA (where applicable), and provincial consumer protection legislation. The agreement is structured to be clear and user-friendly while providing adequate protection for the software provider's interests and establishing clear guidelines for the licensee's use of the software. This document type is commonly used for commercial off-the-shelf software products, mobile applications, or basic enterprise software solutions.

What sections should be included in a Simple Software License?

1. Parties: Identification of the licensor and licensee, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Brief context about the software and purpose of the license agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Software', 'Documentation', 'Intellectual Property Rights', and 'License Fee'

4. License Grant: Scope and nature of the license being granted, including whether it's perpetual or term-based, exclusive or non-exclusive

5. License Restrictions: Specific limitations on use of the software, including prohibitions on sublicensing, reverse engineering, etc.

6. License Fee: Payment terms and conditions for the license

7. Intellectual Property Rights: Confirmation of ownership and protection of IP rights in the software

8. Confidentiality: Basic obligations regarding confidential information

9. Limited Warranty: Basic warranty terms for the software

10. Limitation of Liability: Limitations on liability of the licensor

11. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination

12. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including governing law, notices, and entire agreement

What sections are optional to include in a Simple Software License?

1. Maintenance and Support: Terms for ongoing support and maintenance, included when these services are part of the offering

2. Data Protection: Specific provisions for handling personal data, required when the software processes personal information

3. Professional Services: Terms for additional services such as implementation or training, included when these services are offered

4. Service Levels: Performance standards and metrics, included for software-as-a-service offerings

5. Audit Rights: Rights to audit licensee's use of the software, included for enterprise licenses

6. Export Control: Compliance with export laws, included when software may be subject to export restrictions

7. Insurance: Insurance requirements, included for high-value or high-risk implementations

What schedules should be included in a Simple Software License?

1. Schedule A - Software Description: Detailed description of the licensed software, including versions and components

2. Schedule B - License Fees: Detailed breakdown of license fees and payment schedule

3. Schedule C - Technical Requirements: Minimum system requirements and technical specifications

4. Schedule D - Support Services: Details of support services if included in the license

5. Appendix 1 - Acceptable Use Policy: Detailed terms of acceptable use of the software

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Canada

Publisher

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Document Type

License Agreement

Cost

Free to use
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Relevant Industries

Information Technology

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Healthcare

Education

Manufacturing

Retail

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Telecommunications

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Government and Public Sector

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E-commerce

Consulting

Relevant Teams

Legal

Information Technology

Procurement

Sales

Compliance

Risk Management

Software Development

Product Management

Business Development

Operations

Finance

Contracts Administration

Relevant Roles

Legal Counsel

Software Licensing Manager

IT Director

Chief Technology Officer

Procurement Manager

Contract Administrator

Business Development Manager

Software Sales Representative

Compliance Officer

Risk Manager

General Counsel

IP Attorney

Software Asset Manager

Technology Consultant

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