AccelerateIP funding opportunity to launch soon
A soft launch of the AccelerateIP program is expected at the end of September. We have been informed that as part of the soft launch, applications will be accepted... Read more
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USPTO Announces Improved Search Tools
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced several new and improved search tools to strengthen its customer service. The USPTO’s goal is that the improved search... Read more
World Intellectual Property Office Releases Goods and Services Assistant
The World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) has released a new tool to assist trademark applicants with formulating goods and services descriptions. The Goods and Services Assistant allows users to... Read more
NRC IRAP’s IP Assist Program Offers a Boost to Innovative Small and Medium Size Enterprises
The IP Assist program from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) offers financial assistance and a range of intellectual property and advisory services... Read more
Crocs evolves from a boating shoe to Brand of the Year and defends its brand
Crocs are, as many know, foam clogs. Initially developed as a boating shoe, Crocs were launched in 2001 at a boat show in Florida and quickly became a... Read more
Non-Traditional Trademarks in Canada
Most of us are familiar with traditional trademarks comprising words and designs. Many businesses now recognize, however, the growing importance of so-called non-traditional trademarks, which are now registrable pursuant... Read more
Best Lawyers 2024
Oyen Wiggs is pleased to announce that eight of our lawyers have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada in the... Read more
Oyen Wiggs welcomes two New Associates to the Firm
Oyen Wiggs is pleased to announce that James Nottingham and Maxwell Guld have joined the firm as Associate lawyers after summering and articling with the firm. James assists clients... Read more
Oyen Wiggs Lawyers Recognized in Lexpert Ranking
Oyen Wiggs is proud to announce the recognition of five of its lawyers, David McGruder, Thomas Bailey, Gavin Manning, Jennifer Marles, and Hilton Sue as leading lawyers in the... Read more