Smart & Biggar is pleased to present a series of timely webinars to provide in-house counsel and global IP lawyers with a complete understanding of the unique aspects of Canadian brand protection.
Thursday, July 8th | 12 PM ET (9 AM PT / 5 PM BST)
Canadian and U.S. Trademark Prosecution: Northern (high)lights and key differences that brand owners and counsel should know
When it comes to defending your brand in Canada, the world's largest undefended border is full of pitfalls of which U.S brand owners and their trademark counsel should be aware. In this webinar we will highlight key differences between Canadian and U.S. trademark prosecution that often come as a surprise to brand owners looking to protect their trademarks in the Great White North.
Speakers:
- Graham Hood
Partner, Toronto - Kwan T. Loh
Counsel, Vancouver
Upcoming Webinars:
Thursday, August 19th | 12 PM ET (9 AM PT / 5 PM BST)
Bricks to Clicks: Protecting your brand and copyrights online from trolls, counterfeiters and media pirates
Speakers: Mark Biernacki & Daniel Anthony
Thursday, September 16th | 12 PM ET (9 AM PT / 5 PM BST)
Location Matters: Understanding geographical indications (GIs) and other indicators of origin in a Canadian context
Speakers: Ekaterina Tsimberis & Olivier Jean-Lévesque
Tuesday, September 28th | 12 PM ET (9 AM PT / 5 PM BST)
Marketing & Advertising in Canada: IP-related issues, and other tips and traps
Speakers: Alice Tseng & Jamie-Lynn Kraft
Thursday, October 21st | 12 PM ET (9 AM PT / 5 PM BST)
Branding in Québec: Strategically navigating French language requirements and leveraging trademarks
Speakers: Christian Bolduc & Stéphanie Girard
