How do you copyright a pattern (in Canada)?

[eden/averymum]

in Canada if that makes a difference, which it probably does?

[amey]

http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/sc_mrksv/cipo/cp/cp_main-e.html

that's the copyright office

Here are the commonly asked questions: http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/sc_mrksv/cipo/cp/faq_cp-e.html#5

Including:
"
How do I obtain copyright?

You acquire copyright automatically when you create an original work or other subject matter.
Do I have to do anything to be protected?

No. Since you obtain copyright automatically, you are automatically protected by law. However, it is still a good idea to register your copyright and to indicate notice of copyright on your works."

[eden/averymum]

awesome, why couldn't I find that>????