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The advantages of black & white when filing Canadian trademark applications

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Some foreign brand owners may be surprised to learn that in Canada, when seeking to protect design (or figurative) marks, it is sometimes better to register marks in black and white in cases where the marks would normally be...more

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Understanding Trademarks Act Changes

On June 17, 2019, Canada’s Trademarks Act changed, resulting in its modernization. Canada has now joined five international intellectual property treaties, including the Madrid Protocol, Singapore Treaty and Nice Agreement,...more

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It’s the final countdown: Top 10 changes to Canada’s trademark law on June 17th

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After five years of anticipation, sweeping changes to Canada’s trademark law will finally come into force on June 17, 2019. The changes, which are substantial, have been canvassed in previous IP Updates. The following briefly...more

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Trademarks in Canada: A year of change and global harmony

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2018 was an exciting year for the trademarks profession in Canada. The long awaited changes to our Trademarks Act were announced, many of which will bring us in line this year with the rest of the world. There will also be a...more

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New Trademark Laws – Canada | Part I

June 17, 2019 is the big day – a day anticipated since 2014. The major changes to the Canadian Trademarks Act will be implemented on this day. What does this mean for trademark owners?...more

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Markit to Market - November 2018: Now Coming in June 2019 – Changes to Canadian Trademark Law, Eh? (Part II)

The wait is over! The Canadian Privy Council Office recently announced that the long-anticipated changes to Canada’s trademark laws will officially go into effect June 17, 2019. ...more

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Colour it Mine: Protecting Colour Trademarks in Canada

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Colours can function as indicators of source, and many colours acquire distinctiveness over time. When thinking of the colour green in association with farm tractors, the John Deere company may come to mind. Or seeing the...more

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New challenges and opportunities for pharmaceutical trademarks in Canada

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In Canada, trademarks for pharmaceutical preparations and related products have faced numerous challenges, some of which are unique to the industry. This article will canvas the current issues as well as the important changes...more

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Unique but Not Distinctive–Colour and Shape Trademark Applications Rejected for Asthma Inhalers

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Trademark protection for the shape and colour of pharmaceutical products remains elusive. Even if the appearance of a tablet or inhaler is unique, a trademark registration will be rejected without evidence that physicians,...more

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Prepare for Canada Day by Reviewing Your Pending Industrial Design Applications

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July 1, 2017, is Canada’s 150th birthday. But it is also the deadline for taking certain actions in respect of pending Canadian design applications. As previously reported, on January 16, 2017, the Canadian Industrial...more

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Colourful designs and a streamlined practice get the green light in Canada

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Yesterday, the Canadian Industrial Design Office announced changes that significantly modernize and streamline six of its office practices, substantially benefitting applicants seeking protection for their designs in Canada....more

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