In the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and preparations
for reopening some sectors of the economy, the need for medical
supplies is at the forefront of everyone's mind. While it is
important that medical supplies be available, it is paramount that
the supplies are safe and effective.
As Canadians adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, people will often
rely on trusted and familiar brands to provide safe and effective
personal protective equipment (PPE). Two weeks ago, international
manufacturer of PPE, 3M, filed a notice of application in the
Ontario Superior Court to protect the supply of their N95 face
masks. In its notice, 3M claimed that Caonic Systems Inc. used the
Shopify e-commerce platform to sell N95 face masks that it claimed
were made by 3M. 3M further alleged that Caonic Systems Inc.
claimed false affiliation with 3M, used 3M trademarks without
authorization, and made the masks available for sale at five times
the list price. 3M is requesting the
