Copyrights, Trademarks & Logo Usage Guidelines

Copyrights

Unless otherwise noted, all materials and publications, including web sites and emails, are protected as the copyrights, trade dress and/or intellectual properties owned by OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A.  Such intellectual properties may not be reproduced or used by others without the express written permission of OSU. 
All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

Trademarks

The OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A name, trademarks, logos, services marks, brand identities, titles, trade names, graphics, designs and copyrights (collectively the “Trademarks”) are protected intellectual properties that are both registered and unregistered Trademarks of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A, its affiliates and others.  Nothing used on clothing, uniforms, publications, web sites or other materials shall be construed as granting, by implication or otherwise, as a license or right to use any OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Trademarks by third parties.

OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A (OSU) Club Logos

The OSU Club Logo, OSU  FORCE and OSU Academy logos are available for certain authorized usage by Ottawa South United S.A -affiliated teams and certain pre-authorized suppliers and vendors. 
Unauthorized use of the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logos is strictly prohibited.

OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A ( OSU )Logo Usage

The OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logos are to be recognized as the official club logo, and if used, it must be presented in its entirety without modification, on such merchandise and/or materials including but not limited to the following:

• Soccer uniforms and other apparel, bags, hats, pins, patches, etc.

• Press releases and newsletters

• Posters, banners, field boards

• Print or broadcast ads

• Electronic mediums, websites, on-site signage

• Registration forms, applications, etc.

• Marketing or informational brochures and materials

Logo Usage by OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A -Affiliated Teams

Current OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Officers and member teams of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A are granted a limited license to use the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo for newsletters and team web sites for identification purposes as long as the logo is not altered or combined with other symbols, nor used in a manner inconsistent with the goals and mission of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A.  This limited license may be revoked at any time OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A for individuals or teams who, in the opinion of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A, do not adhere to OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A policies.  In such instances, and upon the written or oral request of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A, all usage of the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo and OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A name must cease immediately.

All current OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A -affiliated teams are further permitted to use the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo in true form on Team Tents, Team and Team Sponsor banners and signs, as well as on Sponsor Recognition plaques and similar gifts.

Logo Usage for Commercial Purposes Requires Written Permission

The OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo is a valuable property of the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Club, and revenues generated by sales of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo-bearing items are strictly subject to the direction and control of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A. 

OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A -affiliated teams may NOT use the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo for any commercial purpose whatsoever (i.e.,the purchase or sale of shirts, jackets, caps, scarves, blankets, umbrellas or other items bearing the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo) without first receiving the prior written permission of the appropriate individual or individuals authorized to grant such permission by the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Board of Directors or it's designate.   

Note - Teams should not place purchase orders with vendors for any OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo bearing items prior to gaining written approval (which may be approved or denied) of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A. 

Any written permission granted for such limited commercial purpose may be revoked at any time by OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A for individuals or teams who do not adhere to OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A policies.

Logo Use Specifications

The OSU Club Logo must always be used in the same proportions. It is intended to be used as a unit, and it must not be altered or modified from its standard form. 

All applications of the Logo must use all colors properly as outlined. No other colors may be substituted in a color rendition. For non-color renditions, either 100% black or 100% white is acceptable. If Logo is presented in 100% white, it can only be placed on a solid dark background. If Logo is presented in 100% black, it can only be placed on a solid light background. 

Club Sponsors

As OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A acquires Club Sponsors, use of the club sponsor’s logo may be granted for marketing materials and apparel. Use/placement of the presenting sponsor’s logo is subject to the following:

• Sponsor logo usage must be submitted for approval prior to any use in conjunction with the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo, OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Team Uniforms, or Team Banners and Tents.

• The size of the presenting Sponsor’s logo cannot be larger than the size of the OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo.

• Placement of both logos must be indicated when submitted.

Branded Apparel

The OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A Logo is required on all club merchandise including but not limited to: Uniforms, T-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, sweaters, hats,Bags, etc.
For all apparel purchases or for fundraising wearable items, club sponsor merchandise must be used and supplied by an OSU authorized vendor.

REMINDER - All described uses of the OSU Logo in the foregoing guidelines for any commercial purpose whatsoever must receive the prior written approval of OTTAWA SOUTH UNITED S.A.