Canada

CanLII and Caseway Resolve Legal Dispute

CanLII and Caseway announced they have resolved a legal dispute that was before the Supreme Court of British Columbia. The terms of the settlement are confidential. Both organizations will continue their independent operations.

Patent Practice Committee Meeting Agenda

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Patent Practice Committee held a hybrid meeting on November 12, 2024. The agenda included updates on CIPO operations, digital services, examination processes, and administrative policies, with discussions on topics such as priority lists for upgrades and examiner report procedures.

CIPO Patent Practice Committee Meeting Notice - December 3, 2025

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has published the agenda for its Patent Practice Committee meeting scheduled for December 3, 2025. The meeting will cover updates on CIPO operations, digital services, examination quality, and administrative policy matters, including budget impacts and agent-related updates.

Patent Practice Committee Meeting - June 11, 2024

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Patent Practice Committee met on June 11, 2024. Key discussions included a new WIPO treaty on genetic resources and traditional knowledge, proposed amendments to Patent Rules with a comment deadline of July 2, 2024, and updates on judicial reviews concerning due care for maintenance fees.

CIPO Patent Practice Committee Meeting Agenda

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has published the agenda for its Patent Practice Committee meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025. The meeting will cover updates on CIPO operations, implementation of mandatory interviews, digital services, and examination practices, including discussions on AI-related issues.

Patent Practice Committee Meeting Announcement

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has announced a Patent Practice Committee meeting to be held on February 4, 2025. The meeting will cover various updates and operational items related to patent applications, digital services, and examination processes.

CIPO Trademarks Opposition Board Decisions Available Electronically

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB) has announced that decisions in opposition and Section 45 proceedings will be made available electronically starting February 11, 2026. This change aims to provide convenience to users by offering direct links to these decisions.

CIPO Trademarks Opposition Board Hearing Calendar Updates

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has updated its Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB) hearing calendar. The calendar is published online 60 to 90 days in advance and is updated monthly, with potential modifications occurring without notice.

Trademark Opposition Proceedings Practice Notice

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has updated its practice notice regarding trademark opposition proceedings. The notice, originally published in 2019, has seen several amendments, with the latest update on December 1, 2023. It governs all trademark applications in opposition, including Protocol and Divisional Applications.

Trademarks Opposition Board Practice Notices and Hearing Updates

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Trademarks Opposition Board has updated its practice notices regarding trademark opposition proceedings, expungement procedures, and the interpretation of relevant legislation. Recent updates include guidance on the use of AI in proceedings, case management, confidentiality orders, and costs awards.