Extraordinary Circumstances Part I – The Impact of COVID-19 on Canadian Trademarks
Unprecedented. Unparallelled. Unheard-of. All of these adjectives, and more, have been used to describe the current situation the world is facing in the midst of the novel...
Additional Financial Support Measures Announced by Federal Government Throughout COVID-19
If you are an IP professional running your own small practice and experiencing a slowdown in work, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a significant announcement today that...
COVID-19 Updates: A Message from IPIC President Alain Leclerc
IPIC President Alain Leclerc provides an update on COVID-19 relative to the IP profession and shares what IPIC has been doing to keep its members up to date and informed...
Federal Government Can Now Use Patented Inventions for the Purpose of Dealing with COVID-19 Public Health Emergencies
On Tuesday March 24th, the Federal Government tabled and passed Bill C-13, An Act respecting certain measures in response to COVID-19. Part 12 of the legislation makes...
College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents Appoints Interim CEO and Registrar
The Transition Board of Directors of the new College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents is pleased to announce the appointment of Darrel Pink as its interim Chief...
Government of Canada Announces Financial Emergency Response Package
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today an $82-billion aid package to help Canadians and businesses deal with the economic impacts of COVID-19. The aid package...
Important IPIC Update Regarding COVID-19 Changes and Preparedness
Over the last couple of weeks, IPIC has been monitoring the situation with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in order to determine the best course of action for our organization and...
IPIC and IP Osgoode Announce 12th Annual Canadian IP Writing Challenge
The Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC) and IP Osgoode are delighted to announce our 2020 Canadian writing challenge in intellectual property law. Our goal is to...
IPIC Member Profile: Sheema Khan
This is the first edition of IPIC's new member profile series on the UnscrIPted blog, which features a monthly interview with a Canadian IP professional to discuss their...
Making The Most Out Of Mentorship As A Young Lawyer
For young lawyers, it can be difficult to build a career that is – or will become – meaningful to you. Developing relationships with mentors can be a valuable way to stay on...
IPIC Intervenes in Appeal Clarifying the Law of Protective Orders
Summary The Federal Court of Appeal has clarified the test for determining the availability of protective orders in an appeal of the Order of Justice Locke, as he then was,...
IPIC Authors Opinion Piece on IP Policy and Climate Change for The Hill Times
If we truly believe climate change to be the fight of our time, and the government believes Canadian companies can be significant players in the global clean-tech market, we...
IPIC Launches New Logo and Brand
A new look for IPIC has arrived! IPIC Council is proud to present an updated logo to represent the organization to members and the public. As the IP profession continues to...
IPIC Member Christine Pallotta Appointed as Federal Court Judge
The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the following appointment on February 3rd, 2020 under the judicial application...
Understanding the Canada Border Services' Request for Assistance Program - Part 1
When developing strategies to address counterfeit goods, a great place to start is the border. Curbing the importation of counterfeits is vital in the fight to keep consumers...
Preparing For and Attending Your First Conference as a Young Practitioner
Attending events and conferences on your own as a junior practitioner can feel daunting. Here are a few pointers that can help you prepare before you attend. 1. Bring your...
13 Applicants Successfully Pass IPIC's Trademark Administrator Exam
IPIC wishes to extend its congratulations and recognition to the 13 applicants who successfully passed the first-ever Trademark Administrator Exam on December 10th, 2019....
IPIC Past President Stephen Beney Named New Managing Partner of Bereskin & Parr LLP
IPIC wishes to congratulate Past President Stephen Beney on his new role as Managing Partner at Bereskin & Parr LLP. A registered patent agent in Canada and the U.S. and a...
Meet IPIC's Young Practitioners Committee Chair: Richard Mar
Richard Mar is an associate at DLA Piper and Chair of the IPIC Young Practitioner’s Committee. On the cusp of his 10th year of practice and his final term in the Committee,...
In Memoriam - IPIC Past President Joan Van Zant
IPIC wishes to offer its sincere condolences following the passing of IPIC Past President and Member of Distinction Joan Van Zant on December 16th, 2019. As an influential...