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Notable updates to Canada's Trademarks Regulations (SOR/2018-227) were announced by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (“CIPO”) and are set to come into effect on April 1, 2025
On March 4, 2025, it was announced that beginning in the 2026 taxation year the Speculation Tax rate will increase for all non-exempt property owners.
Franchisors are required to provide a Franchise Disclosure Document (“FDD”) to potential franchisees in British Columbia at least 14 days before entering an agreement.
In an effort to promote the French language outside the Province of Quebec and address the Canadian labour shortage, the Federal Government created the Francophone Mobility work permit.
In a recent study from France, researchers found that women who use hormone drugs for contraception may have an increased risk of developing meningioma.
It has never been more important to police your trademarks and ensure you are not only using them in commerce but using them “as registered”.