Canada previously stood apart in its failure to grant additional patent term for drug patents. That changed on September 21, 2017 when new statutory and regulatory framework came into force. If eligible, the term of a patent can be extended by up to two years.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court of Canada ruled that promises made in a patent are not the standard against which the utility of a patent is measured. This is a departure from previous decisions and a positive development for those seeking patent protection of pharmaceutical and other inventions in Canada.
Read MoreThe Canadian Patent Act is to be amended in an effort to harmonize Canadian laws with other countries, with a number of noteworthy changes. These changes have not yet come into force, but could potentially represent a positive development in Canadian patent law moving forward.
Read MoreIf you have a patent application with one of Canada’s PPH partners, you may be able to fast-track your patent application in Canada. If you meet the requirements, you can receive your first action or notice of allowance faster and at no additional government fee being payable.
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