Western Wind Energy Corporation v. Savitr Capital, LLC
The Supreme Court of British Columbia was considering an application for declaratory or injunctive relief. Western Wind alleged that Savitr used its trade-mark in materials soliciting proxy votes for an upcoming annual general meeting (AGM). The Court found that the use was not use in association with wares or services, as required by the Trade-marks Act, and the application was dismissed.
The Court also granted the application by Savitr for an independent chair for the AGM. Week of October 1, 2012.
Other Industry News
Health Canada has announced revisions to the Draft Guidance Document: The Use of Foreign Reviews by Health Canada and revisions to the Use of Foreign Reviews pilot project. Health Canada has also published a FAQ on the Use of Foreign Reviews by Health Canada.
The Natural Health Products Directorate is seeking feedback on ten newly introduced monographs for ingredients. The consultation period ends October 24, 2012.
CIPO is making electronic deposit account and credit card statements available online.
CIPO has extended Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) Pilot Project Agreements with Finland, Germany and Spain.
Regulations amending the Trade-mark Regulations and the Patent Rules have been published in the Canada Gazette I. These regulations amend the qualification requirements for patent and trade-mark agents. Comments are due 30 days from publication of the notice.
Rules amending the Patent Rules relating to final action practice, have been published in the Canada Gazette I. Comments are due 30 days from publication of the notice.
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