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Subscribe to Andrew Currier’s “Unofficial” CPATA Director Update Mailing List

Andrew Currier: I received feedback from many licensees that they would like more regular updates. I am happy to do (...)

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To Claim (Broadly), or Not to Claim? The Double-Edged Sword of Patents

Fed. Cir. 2022-1387, 2022-1492: In a recent decision, the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit cautioned patent holders against (...)

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Patent & Trademark Agent Regulation in Canada: My Update as an Elected CPATA Director

I am now halfway into my three-year term as an Elected Director to the CPATA Board. I’d like to begin (...)

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Filing Patent Applications in Canada: The Untapped Key to Success

Historically, and apparently still, many companies decide to forgo filing in Canada. We believe that it is time to revisit (...)

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Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy for Entrepreneurs and Technology Graduates

Starting a business can be an exciting endeavour, but many early-stage entrepreneurs overlook the importance of IP in the success (...)

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Navigating the 2024 Fee Increases for Canadian Patents and Trademarks

On January 1, 2024, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) will implement a 25% increase in most government fees for (...)

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