In this article, we review a number of notable Canadian trademark cases from 2024 and highlight key developments in Canadian trademarks practice. On February 5, 2025, join us for an insightful webinar as we deliver a roundup...more
Join us for an insightful session as our presenters Pelle Berends, Tierney G.B. Deluzio, Meika Ellis and Kwan T. Loh deliver a roundup of Canadian trademark law, highlighting some of the most important new cases and practice...more
Beginning in January 2025, the Canadian Trademarks Office (CIPO) will start proactively and unilaterally (i.e., without a request by a third party) sending notices to registered trademark owners requiring them to prove that...more
An important component of brand ownership is exercising vigilance against fraudulent practices, such as counterfeiting and trademark pirating. Trademark owners must now also be alert to fraudulent communications from...more
Recently the Canadian Trademarks Office announced that extensions of time available in Oppositions and Section 45 (non-use cancellation) proceedings will be significantly reduced as of December 1st. In this article, we look...more