Ridout & Maybee LLP

Ridout & Maybee is pleased to announce that today we have officially joined @SmartBiggar, as part of the international IP group, @IPHLimited. Ridout & Maybee will operate as one firm under the Smart & Biggar brand. smartbiggar.ca/ridoutmaybee

On January 20, 2021, the Federal Court of Appeal issued its much anticipated decision in CanMar Foods Ltd. v. TA Foods Ltd, 2021 FCA 7. Read Steven Cheng's summary of the decision in his latest IP News article: ow.ly/Xeel50E563D

Join firm partner and patent expert Benjamin Mak for his session during the SR&ED Webcast this week! Taking place on March 25th, Ben will be speaking on the topic of Technological Advancement in Patents. For more details or to register: ow.ly/RfSA50E587N

Bobby Leung and Wael Louis Nackasha @RidoutMaybee discuss amendments to the Manual of Patent Office Practice. canadianlawyermag.com/inhouse/news/o…

Ridout & Maybee LLP is proud to support International Women's Day 2021! We recognize the efforts and dedication of the women at the firm who play an integral role in our workplace and in the fields of law and intellectual property. #IWD2021 #ChoosetoChallenge

Innovations in artificial intelligence, and more specifically machine learning, have been increasing at a rapid rate, both in Canada and internationally. Partner Christine Wong outlines a few considerations when planning to patent an #AI innovation: ow.ly/o6LT50DtLnn

All three of Ridout & Maybee LLP's offices will be closed on Monday, February 15th for Family Day. We resume regular operations on Tuesday, February 16th. We wish all of our friends and colleagues a safe and pleasant long weekend!

Tomorrow! Join partner Benjamin Mak for this week's Tech Tuesday on Feb 9. Hosted by @CSE_News, Benjamin will discuss tips on how public issuers can build a patent strategy that clearly tells the story of the invention to their stakeholders. Register Now: ow.ly/qFkK50DtKlA

While the trademark registration process in Canada can be challenging, there are several solutions that can be implemented to deal with these complications. Paul Tackaberry explains how to tackle these effectively in his article. Read more: ow.ly/OODB50BycKf

Applicants may now request expedited examination under a pilot initiative for a trademark application associated with medical goods or services related to COVID-19 in Canada. Read Roy Yang's summary of this initiative in our latest IP News article: ow.ly/rkfR50DkKXw

Ridout & Maybee LLP is pleased to once again co-sponsor the upcoming @CorumGroup 90-minute Merge Briefing workshop! Get an update on current software M&A trends, enjoy a 30-minute Q&A session and more at this virtual event. For tickets: ow.ly/HEPz50D6RCK

Join us and Dr. Kazim Agha for a dive into his career journey. Kazim currently works in patent law as a Partner at Ridout & Maybee LLP and is a Director of Local Sections at the @CIC_ChemInst. For more info on Kazim and to register, use the link in our profile. #ChemistryatWork

The rise of the bitcoin, along with other types of cryptocurrency, has led to one of the fastest growing trends in patent applications worldwide. Read more in Rita Gao's latest article on cryptocurrency: ow.ly/pGPO50CRdTf

Join Partner Kazim Agha for this 90-minute virtual program hosted by @torontolibrary on December 14! Get an overview of the different types of IP (trademarks, trade secrets, copyright, utility and design patents)! To register: ow.ly/LLpS50CHmJV

There has been speculation about a potential role for compulsory patent licensing if a COVID-19 treatment is discovered but the supply of the treatment cannot meet the demand for treating all afflicted individuals. Read more in ABA Landslide Magazine: ow.ly/Ur1f50CCeFC

Bill C-11, The Digital Charter Implementation Act, updates the federal privacy framework through a new statute, the CPPA. Introduced on November 17, there are several proposed sections of Bill C-11 that are worth noting. Read more in our privacy article: ow.ly/X6HH50CCdHm

Following the Federal Court's overturning of CIPO's oft-maligned "problem-solution approach" to determining patentable subject matter, CIPO has issued a new Practice Notice in response to the recent Choueifaty case law. Read more in Giselle Chin's article: ow.ly/Y2xM50CpNMY

Today, we stop to remember, salute and honour Canada's Veterans and active duty personnel. #CanadaRemembers

NASA was recently granted a US patent for a method for placing a spacecraft into a selected orbit. Patenting such a method raises a few questions as to how the patent might actually be practiced or enforced against an infringer. Read more: ow.ly/vA8850Ce9rs

Join our growing team! Ridout & Maybee LLP has a host of individuals working on the front lines and behind the scenes to provide exceptional client service. We have a great work-life balance, an active social committee, and a continued education program: ow.ly/EMmt50C8zYa