Too Quick to (Summary) Judge: The Shortcomings of Summary Judgment in Patent Actions in Canada
Sep 27, 2022The FCA addresses the shortcomings of summary judgment in patent cases, along with issues relating to "common general knowledge" and experimental testing.
Protecting International Brands: Bad Faith Filing Leads to Expungement of Trademark Registration
Jul 6, 2022A trademark registration in Canada is invalid if the application for registration was filed in bad faith.
CFIA Seeks Guidance on Food Info and Labelling for Food Sold Online
May 25, 2022Canada’s food regulator considering guidelines for food labelling and information regarding food products sold online, with consultation ongoing.
Latitude Check: Federal Court Finds that a Line of Latitude is a Place of Origin
Apr 5, 2022The Federal Court confirms that a line of latitude or longitude can be considered a "place of origin" under the Trademarks Act.
Practice Update: CIPO Provides Guidance on the Meaning of “Due Care”
Mar 30, 2022CIPO recently issued determinations regarding the meaning of "due care". Are your internal practices in-line with CIPO's determinations?
Use of Laudatory Terms in Trademarks: An Overview for the Beverages Sector
Jan 5, 2022A business may be tempted to choose a trademark that at least in part simply lauds the quality of its goods and services. Think twice before proceeding.
Canada Enters Into Free Trade Negotiations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations
Nov 30, 2021Canada recently announced it will proceed with free trade agreement negotiations with ASEAN member countries, expanding opportunity for trade and investment.
Water Law Seminar: Part 1
This webinar provides introduction and an insightful discussion issues, challenges and opportunities facing residents, irrigation districts and municipalities in Alberta.
Changes on the Menu – 2nd Course: Canadian Food Inspection Agency Updates Implementation Plan for Food Labelling Rules
Sep 29, 2021This Bulletin covers the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's Implementation Plan for Updates to Food Labelling Rules.
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