Well, let's look at it because the systems are very similar at the moment. At the moment for a Canadian trademark application, if the mark has been used, the owner must indicate that it has been used and provide a date of use. The only difference is that we don't provide specimens. We did at one time, but that requirement was eliminated long ago. Or if it's a proposed use application, then when the application is allowed, that's where the applicant is required to declare use.
On May 12th, 2014. See this statement in context.