PRESS RELEASE
9 January 2026

20 Practitioners Appointed To International Trademark Association (INTA) Committees For 2026–2027 Term

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Smart & Biggar

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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.
Smart & Biggar is proud to announce the appointment of 20 practitioners to various committees of the International Trademark Association...
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Smart & Biggar is proud to announce the appointment of 20 practitioners to various committees of the International Trademark Association (INTA) for the 2026–2027 term. These appointments demonstrate our firm's continued leadership in trademark law and global brand protection.

Our practitioners will contribute their expertise across a wide range of committees, working to assess and address a wide range of issues related to intellectual property.

Brand Restrictions Committee

  • Timothy Bourne
  • Wynnie Chan

Bulletins Correspondents Committee

  • Jessica Rustige

Copyright Committee

  • Christie Bates

Designs Committee

  • Victor Krichker

Geographical Indications Committee

  • Olivier Jean-Lévesque

International Amicus Committee

  • Mark L. Robbins

Law Firm Committee

  • Kwan T. Loh

Legislation & Regulations Committee (LRC)

  • François Larose

Non-Traditional Marks Committee

  • Nora Labbancz

Parallel Imports Committee

  • Graham Hood

Professional Development Committee

  • Janice M. Bereskin, Chair – Professional Development Subcommittee

Publications Committee

  • Jennie Yum

SME Resources Committee

  • Tierney GB Deluzio

Trade Issues Committee

  • Daniel Anthony

Trademark Administrators Committee

  • Brittany Hellier-Grant

Trademark Office Practice Committee (TOPC)

  • Meghan Dillon, Madrid System Subcommittee
  • Elliott Gold
  • Jamie-Lynn Kraft, Chair – Canada Subcommittee

UnREAL Campaign Committee

  • Tamara Céline Winegust

Contributor

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.

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