As noted in our previous article, Canada’s trade-mark laws are expected to undergo extensive and significant amendments over the next 12 – 24 months. The first step was completed on June 19, 2014 when the Canadian Parliament passed legislation that will allow Canada to implement three international treaties, namely: the Nice Agreement, the Singapore Treaty and the Madrid Protocol. Full implementation of the new legislation is presently suspended while consultations are conducted respecting the development of new regulations and fee structures.
