Region-focused IP developments curated by the IIPLA newsroom, including policy shifts, litigation, brand disputes, patent activity, and enforcement updates.
The 2026 Federal Court of Appeal ruling in Therme Development v. Nordik Spa Village clarifies that Canadian trademark law requires assessing the overall visual impression of composite marks, with a renewed emphasis on whether descriptive wording remains dominant. This decision may limit reliance on graphic design elem…
Earthworks Industries Inc. has received final acceptance from the TSX Venture Exchange for its acquisition of 100% of the Intellectual Protocol related to the Critical Minerals Recovery System from Wokaura Art and Innovations Inc. This strategic transaction transforms Earthworks into a platform-driven critical mineral…
In a pivotal 2025 Ontario Court of Appeal decision, the court held that software developed by an employee on personal time without employer request or agreement belongs to the employee, even when it directly competes with the employer’s business. The ruling highlights the limitations of the Copyright Act in assigning…
A recent university guide advising students on the use of AI-generated content has sparked debate over intellectual property rights and the ethical implications of using artificial intelligence to mimic the work of living artists and writers. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between technological advancemen…
Canada’s top boutique intellectual property law firms are distinguished by their expertise in emerging technology fields such as artificial intelligence and data ownership. These firms play a critical role in developing young IP professionals and providing comprehensive domestic and international IP services. Industry…
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