CIPO Releases Its 2026−2031 Business Strategy

On 3 July 2026, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) released its 2026-2031 Business Strategy, which covers its vision and priorities over the next 5 years.

As discussed in a previous post, CIPO used feedback collected in its 2025 SME Roundtables Report when developing its Business Strategy.

CIPO’s Business Strategy revolves around four broad core strategic priorities: 1) delivering timely, high-quality IP products and services; 2) advancing innovation in the knowledge-based economy; 3) supporting Canada’s trade priorities; and 4) driving organizational excellence.

Of particular note to Canadian patent and trademark applicants, CIPO notes that:

• it is working on its Next Generation Trademarks System (NGTS) to replace the current legacy system;