Source Code Escrow Services

Single-User Agreement

Initial Fee $1,500.00
Annual Fee
(in advance)		 $1,000.00
Update Fee No charge for one update per year (non-cumulative).
$300.00 per update in excess of one per year
Verification* $250.00 per hour
(one representative)
(one free hour per year)
Model Agreement Click here to download

*Verification is when an SCEC representative brings the source code materials to an agreed-upon location where the software customer will meet with the software developer and review the stored materials.

Multi-User Agreement

Initial Fee $2,000.00
Annual Fee
(in advance)		 $1,000.00
Initial Fee for Each
User Enrolment		 $500.00
Annual Renewal
User Enrolment Fee		 $500.00
Update Fee No charge for one update per year (non-cumulative).
$300.00 per update in excess of one per year
Verification* $250.00 per hour
(one representative)
(one free hour per year)
Model Agreement Click here to download


The Fine Print

  • The fees shown above are in Canadian dollars, are subject to change and do not include those for special services or requirements.
  • All out-of pocket expenses (including, without limitation, travel, courier, long distance telephone and facsimile, delivery, legal fees and special disbursements) will be charged in addition to the fees listed.
  • HST and any other taxes, duties or governmental levies shall be charged in addition to the above fees.
  • Fees and disbursements are normally invoiced on an annual basis in advance. Interim invoices may be rendered for fees and disbursements, depending on the amount involved.
  • Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date; interest, where applicable will be charged on unpaid balances.

Trade Secret Services

While we generally deal with source code only, we also have experience holding trade secrets and other confidential information in escrow. Please contact us for more information.