Smart & Biggar uncovers and maximizes intellectual property and technology assets for our clients.
Today’s fast-paced innovation economy demands a higher level of expertise and attention to detail when it comes to IP strategy and protection. With over 125 lawyers, patent agents and trademark agents collaborating across five Canadian offices, Smart & Biggar is trusted by the world’s leading innovators to find value in their IP rights.
As market leaders in IP, Smart & Biggar’s team is on the pulse when it comes to the latest developments and the wider industry changes that impact our clients. To stay informed, visit smartbiggar.ca/insights, including access to our RxIP Update (smartbiggar.ca/insights/rx-ip-updates), a monthly digest of the latest decisions and law surrounding the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries.
On January 30, 2018, the Government of Canada posted the Comprehensive and Progressive Partnership for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) - Backgrounder.
On January 30, 2018, the Government of Canada posted the Comprehensive and Progressive Partnership for
Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) - Backgrounder. According to
the Backgrounder, Canada and other signatories agreed to suspend
certain obligations under the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) with
respect to intellectual property, patents and pharmaceuticals,
including on patent term adjustments to compensate for unreasonable
patent office delays and marketing authorization delays. Canada
already provides for patent term extension for marketing
authorization delays under the Patent Act and Certificate of
Supplementary Protection Regulations which came into force
September 21, 2017 (as
previously reported). On February 20, 2018, Global Affairs
Canada subsequently issued a news release announcing the release of the full text of the CPTPP and projected economic impacts of the CPTPP on
Canada.
The preceding is intended as a timely update on Canadian
intellectual property and technology law. The content is
informational only and does not constitute legal or professional
advice. To obtain such advice, please communicate with our offices
directly.
