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For a Worldwide Reach: Protecting Your Brand Internationally

August 25, 2021 by Brion Raffoul

The “Madrid Protocol” lets trademark owners seek international protection for their marks quickly and efficiently. Instead of filing separate applications in multiple countries, an applicant can file their mark in 124 countries through a single application at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Canada joined the system in …

Canadian Changes to Trademark Examination Procedures

May 6, 2021 by Christopher Chiavatti

Canadian trademark applications currently face waits of up to two (2) years before receiving a first Examiner’s Report. On May 3, 2021, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) issued two (2) practice notices in an attempt to address the growing backlog of pending applications. The first practice notice …