

By Mark Weir,

By Aventum IP Law,
Trademark
The Benefits of Trademark Searching and Clearance
If you are considering launching a new brand in Canada, it is generally a good idea before investing in the launch, and even before filing a trademark application, to determine whether the proposed mark is available for use and registration. Read More
By Chantal Bertosa,
Trademark
Trademark Renewal and CIPO Courtesy Letter asking for Nice Classification
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (“CIPO”) is now sending courtesy letters inviting trademark owners to group and class their goods or services under the Nice Classification at the time of renewal. Courtesy letters are being sent in anticipation of changes to the Trade-marks Act, now scheduled to take place in 2019. Read More
By Aventum IP Law,
Intellectual Property
Budget Update: 2017
In its 2017 budget, the Canadian Federal Government announced its “Intellectual Property Strategy 2017,” in which “the Government will develop a new intellectual property strategy over the coming year. The strategy will help ensure that Canada’s intellectual property regime is modern and robust and supports Canadian innovations in the 21st century.” Read More