Join IPIC and McGill for a series of IP courses for professionals in the business, legal, and public sectors.

Published on May 31, 2022

Offered in partnership between the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC) and McGill University School of Continuing Studies, this program offers a comprehensive suite of pragmatic courses to help practitioners in the legal, business and government sectors keep up to date on the latest in intellectual property. Taught by seasoned IP professionals, the program is made up of three specialized courses in the areas of patents, trademarks and copyright. Participants can sign up for individual modules, full courses, or enroll in the entire program to gain knowledge of a specific aspect of IP, acquire the insights needed to protect a portfolio of intellectual property, or advance their careers in the area of IP law.

Courses will be held in person at McGill University in Montreal

Understanding Trademarks (Module 1 & 2) - July 11-15, 2022

Module 1 - Basics of Canadian Trademark Prosecution (July 11-12)
Module 2 - Fundamentals of Trademark Management and Contentious Proceedings (July 13-15)

Understanding Patents (Module 1 & 2) - July 18-22, 2022

Module 1 - Obtaining and Enforcing a Patent – The Basics and Why They Matter to Your Business (July 18-20)
Module 2 - Exploiting IP Rights – Strategies re Patent Portfolio Management (July 21-22)

Copyright Master Class - July 25-27, 2022

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February 14, 2025

Cleaning Out the Closet: The Trademarks Opposition Board is Reviewing the Register

Michael Badejo

Section 45 of the Trademarks Act has generally provided a way for trademark registration applicants and opponents to remove “deadwood”—unused and abandoned trademarks that were on the trademark register. This process was generally reserved for parties to begin and oversee. In December 2024, the Trademarks Opposition Board (TMOB) advised of a pilot project which would see TMOB initiate section 45 proceedings. The effect? TMOB can clear the register of deadwood without waiting for applicants or opponents to initiate the process. Michael Badejo, Lawyer at Fillmore Riley LLP, walks us through how these changes impact operating procedures, processes and directions for TMOB.

TopicsTrademarks

January 24, 2025

Practical implications of the Federal Court’s definition of “forced” divisional patent applications in NCS Multistage

Émilie Fleury

In NCS Multistage Inc. v. Kobold Corporation, 2023 FC 1486, the Federal Court revisited the question of what constitutes a “forced” divisional patent application—an important distinction given that forced divisionals enjoy immunity from double patenting allegations. This Emilie-Anne Fleury explores how the Court assessed whether certain divisional patents were truly “forced,” clarifies how voluntary versus forced divisions are treated under Canadian patent law, and highlights the practical considerations for patent applicants navigating unity of invention objections.

TopicsPatents

January 17, 2025

Unveiling the Canvas: Tackling the Issue of Counterfeit Indigenous Art in Canada

Melissa Tarsitano, AFSHAAN JIWAJI KAPASI

Art has always been a profound expression of culture, history, and identity. In Canada, Indigenous art stands as a vibrant testament to the rich heritage and diverse traditions of Indigenous peoples. However, amidst the celebration of this cultural wealth, a troubling issue looms large – the prevalence of counterfeit Indigenous art. Afshaan Jiwaji Kapasi & Melissa Tarsitano explore the complexities of counterfeit Indigenous art and offer opportunities to safeguard and authentically celebrate Indigenous art.

TopicsAnti-Counterfeiting Committee Indigenous

Join IPIC and McGill for a series of IP courses for professionals in the business, legal, and public sectors.

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