Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce steps to support Canadian steel and aluminum producers whose exports to ...

Trademark opposition proceedings can be an effective tool to protect the distinctiveness of a brand against encroachment by third parties. However, if there are concerns regarding the validity of a ...

In July 2024, I discussed proposed changes to trademark proceedings in Canada. Following a public consultation period, revised Regulations came into force on April 1, 2024 that incorporate those ...

The amendments will also empower the Registrar to award costs, issue confidentiality orders, and order case management in objection proceedings under section 11.13, opposition proceedings under ...

Amgen Canada Inc., T-1094-23 and Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. et al v. Amgen Canada Inc., T-1095-23 on Feb. 14, Friday. These were proceedings brought under s. 6(1) of the Patented Medicines (Notice ...

Starting in January, CIPO will require trademark owners to demonstrate the active use of their trademarks in Canada. This pilot project, led by the Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB), involves the ...

Series or families of trademarks can be used as grounds for opposition against European trademarks if certain conditions are met, says João Pereira Cabral of Inventa. There are several factors that ...

By consulting this journal, stakeholders can proactively safeguard their ventures against potential opposition proceedings by identifying any conflicts with already registered trademarks. Notably, ...

What is a trademark opposition proceeding? Trademark oppositions are administrative proceedings managed and heard by the Trademarks Opposition Board. The purpose is generally for an individual, ...

While used as a way to protect their own trademarks, some companies may abuse the process. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

China Trademark CNIPA Suspension Rules provides clear guidance on the circumstances under which a CNIPA trademark proceeding shall be or may be suspended. The Suspen ...