The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB) has announced that its decisions in opposition and Section 45 proceedings will be made available electronically, effective February 11, 2026. This update provides users with direct links to these decisions, enhancing accessibility. The notice also clarifies that external translation services are used for translated decisions, and CIPO is not responsible for any errors or omissions in those translations, though users are encouraged to report inaccuracies.

This change primarily impacts legal professionals and parties involved in trademark opposition proceedings by offering a more convenient method for accessing official decisions. While no new compliance obligations are imposed, users should be aware of the transition to electronic access and the disclaimer regarding translated documents. The TMOB also provides contact information for reporting translation errors, suggesting a mechanism for ongoing quality improvement.