ArticleGenentech And U Penn Settle HERCEPTIN Patent SuitOn June 8, 2012, Genentech’s lawsuit seeking a declaration that US Patent No. 6,733,752 was invalid and not-infringed by Genentech’s trastuzumab product (HERCEPTIN). CanadaIntellectual PropertyBeeser Ramamoorthy LLP
ArticleHappy World Intellectual Property DayEach year on April 26, we celebrate the World Intellectual Property Day. Established in 2000 by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)...CanadaIntellectual PropertyOyen Wiggs Green & Mutala
ArticleHardened Canadian National Phase Entry DeadlineThe deadline for national phase entry in Canada is 30 months from the earliest priority date. CanadaIntellectual PropertyGowling WLG
ArticleHealth Canada Releases Its Statistical Report 2024/2025 For PMNOC Regulations, Data Protection And CSPsOn July 25, 2025, the Office of Patented Medicines and Liaison of Health Canada released its Statistical Report 2024/2025 for the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations, Data Protection...CanadaIntellectual PropertySmart & Biggar
ArticleHerman Cheung Discusses Double Patenting In Canada With IPHQ NewsCanada's double patenting regime presents unique challenges for patent applicants, operating without the terminal disclaimer provisions available in the United States. This creates a complex landscape where Canadian applicants face heightened vulnerability to objections, requiring careful navigation with experienced legal guidance to successfully manage patent portfolios in this strict jurisdictional environment. CanadaIntellectual PropertySmart & Biggar
ArticleIntellectual Property Weekly Abstracts – Week Of April 11, 2011The Supreme Court has granted leave to appeal in Entertainment Software Association et al. v. Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN) and Rogers Communications Inc. et al. v. SOCAN. These two cases will be heard together along with SOCAN v. Bell Canada et al. CanadaIntellectual PropertyBorden Ladner Gervais LLP
ArticleInvalidity Decisions Relating To Questions Of Law From S. 55.2 Applications Binding On Lower Courts - Apotex Inc. v. Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals, 2012 FC 1339In this case, Justice Zinn granted an order for summary judgment in the Apotex impeachment action against Pfizer regarding Pfizer’s ‘446 Patent that was at issue before the Supreme Court in Viagra (2012 SCC 60). CanadaIntellectual PropertyGowling WLG
ArticleIP Assist ProgramAre you the owner of a small or medium-sized Canadian business? Do you need assistance with intellectual property issues? You may be eligible for financial support through the IP Assist Program...CanadaIntellectual PropertyThompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP
VideoIP Explained: Is My Invention Patentable? (Video)What is intellectual property (IP), and how do you protect it? In this video series, we will explain what IP is, the types of IP your organization may have...CanadaIntellectual PropertyField Law
VideoIP Explained: The Basics (Video)What is intellectual property (IP), and how do you protect it? In this video series, we will explain what IP is, the types of IP your organization may have, and tips and practical considerations to help you protect, enforce, and commercialize your IP.CanadaIntellectual PropertyField Law
VideoIP Explained: Timing Considerations For Filing A Patent Application (Video)What is intellectual property (IP), and how do you protect it? In this video series, we will explain what IP is, the types of IP your organization may have, and tips and practical considerations...CanadaIntellectual PropertyField Law
VideoIP Explained: Timing Considerations For Filing A Patent Application (Video)What is intellectual property (IP), and how do you protect it? In this video series, we will explain what IP is, the types of IP your organization may have, and tips and practical considerations...CanadaIntellectual PropertyField Law
ArticleIP Explained: Who Owns A Company's Intellectual Property? (Video)What is intellectual property (IP), and how do you protect it? In this video series, we will explain what IP is, the types of IP your organization may have, and tips and practical considerations...CanadaIntellectual PropertyField Law
ArticleNational Inventors Hall Of Fame Have Named Their 2018 InducteesThe Hall of Fame searches for these inspirational inventors and accepts nominations throughout the year.CanadaIntellectual PropertyAird & McBurney LP
ArticleNew And Improved Plant Breeder' Rights Regulations Are On The HorizonPlant breeders' rights (PBR) are a form of intellectual property, somewhat similar to patents, that protect new plant varieties by offering plant breeders a limited monopoly on such new varieties.CanadaIntellectual PropertyOyen Wiggs Green & Mutala
ArticleOk… So Blackberry "Can" Patent A Keyboard!A US court issued a "preliminary injunction" in a dispute between the BlackBerry maker and start-up Typo Products LLC.CanadaIntellectual PropertyField Law
ArticlePatented Medicine Prices Review Board Releases July 2012 Newsletter (Intellectual Property Weekly Abstracts - Week of August 6, 2012)The Patented Medicine Prices Review Board has released the July 2012 issue of its newsletter.CanadaIntellectual PropertyBorden Ladner Gervais LLP
ArticlePrivilege For IP Advisors In CanadaIt’s budget time… therefore, time for changes to Canada’s IP laws!CanadaIntellectual PropertyField Law
ArticleReport On Intellectual Property In Ontario's Innovation EcosystemThe Expert Panel on Intellectual Property has released its Report on Intellectual Property in Ontario's Innovation Ecosystem. CanadaIntellectual PropertyOyen Wiggs Green & Mutala
ArticleSuper Bowl® Technology: A Mix Of Old And NewIn honour of the Super Bowl® this coming weekend, the incredibly impressive broadcasting innovations in televised sports deserve some discussion. CanadaIntellectual PropertyAird & McBurney LP