Intellectual Property Law Podcast Series

Join François Larose and Christie Bates as they discuss changes affecting the use of trademarks in a language other than French in Québec, their practical effects, and what companies and individuals doing business in Québec should do to comply with these new requirements.

Join us as we support Neurodiversity Celebration Week. In this podcast, partner Micheline Gravelle chats with partner Bhupinder Randhawa about his views and experiences in working with ADHD in a law firm environment.

Join us as we celebrate International Women's Day with our new podcast led by three intellectual property professionals. Hear from associates Alissa Hyppolite, Shaivi Bhatt, and Parnian Soltanipanah as they share their experiences and perspectives on how to navigate the nuanced field of IP.

This informative podcast breaks down the key developments of AI in chemistry and explores the nuances of intellectual property in the field of Chemical AI.  Hear from partners Patricia Folkins and Reshika Dhir on the different forms of IP protection and what legal professionals need to be aware of in this rapidly evolving field.  

Hear from partner Micheline Gravelle and guest Haley Moss as they discuss equity and inclusion in law firms for neurodivergent individuals.

Hear from Janice Bereskin as she discusses the valuable institutional knowledge of IP and the highlights of the INTA 2023 conference in Singapore, in the special podcast series "Talking IP - Live @ INTA". About "Talking IP": "Talking IP" is a podcast for intellectual property (IP) professionals showcasing compelling conversations that take you inside the professional lives and careers of global IP leaders and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Australian Patent Attorney and IP Entrepreneur Justin Simpson, each episode features interviews with an IP leader or entrepreneur exploring a range of topics including their current business focus as well as their career journey into the IP profession. Justin is the Founder and CEO of Billtrader, a purpose-built FinTech for IP firms.

Join us as we celebrate International Women's Day with our new podcast led by three lawyers looking back on their road to success. Hear from Bereskin & Parr's Intellectual Property experts Brigitte Chan, Carmela De Luca and Alissa Hyppolite as they share their perspectives on the collective impact of women, the importance of mentorship by and for women, promoting visibility and equal opportunities, and the importance of self-awareness.

In this episode, join Bereskin & Parr's Isi Caulder, Steadiwear's Mark Elias and AGE-WELL's Michael Chrostowski as they talk about Innovating for an Aging Population and How IP Can Help. This episode will cover: The challenges that come with innovating, manufacturing, and fundraising; How IP can inform decision making to address these challenges and mitigate business risks; and Staying innovative and IP savvy as the company matures.

In this podcast, Micheline Gravelle and Larry Richard discuss personality traits, and strategies to help cope and improve resilience during COVID-19.

In this podcast, join Bereskin and Parr's Paul Horbal, Paul Blizzard and Salesforce's Dan Harrison as they discuss Artificial intelligence and machine learning patents. This episode will cover: Artificial intelligence and machine learning, a broad outline; Subject matter rejections: how to address Artificial intelligence and machine learning patent eligibility concerns; and Working with a patent agent from an inventor’s perspective.

In this podcast, join Bereskin and Parr's Paul Horbal, Paul Blizzard and Salesforce's Dan Harrison as they discuss Artificial intelligence and machine learning patents. This episode will cover: Artificial intelligence and machine learning, a broad outline; Subject matter rejections: how to address Artificial intelligence and machine learning patent eligibility concerns; and Working with a patent agent from an inventor’s perspective.  

In this episode join Isi Caulder and Laurence MacPhie as they discuss intellectual property considerations in the context of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. This episode will cover: IP protection opportunities for AI in healthcare the role AI is playing in the COVID-19 crisis IP rights hindering R&D/access to critical supplies during a pandemic how IP rights are helping facilitate collaborations and sharing of data how AI will help healthcare post-crisis

In this podcast, Patricia Folkins, will discuss the following: Brief overview of the main changes brought in by the new Patent Rules; The impact of the new Rules on patent applicants and practitioners; Discussion of COVID-19 extensions of time in relation to the new Rules; and Overview of what is to come.

In this podcast, our founding partner, Daniel Bereskin provides insights into a pragmatic approach to trademark law. Listen to episode 10 to find out: how common sense is relevant to Intellectual Property; how common sense helps in resolving trademark issues; how to apply common sense when citing legal precedent; and the role common sense plays in dispute resolution.

Des modifications importantes à certaines lois sur la propriété intellectuelle sont entrées en vigueur cette année. Joignez-vous à François Larose et Amy Dam qui discuteront de certaines des modifications importantes à la Loi sur les marques de commerce, entrées en vigueur le 17 juin 2019, et à la Loi sur les brevets et aux Règles sur les brevets, entrées en vigueur le 30 octobre dernier, notamment : les changements au régime des marques de commerce les plus susceptibles d’affecter les entreprises; l’impact sur les entreprises et les inventeurs des modifications quant aux brevets; autres changements récents sur l’affichage des marques de commerce et des règles quant au cannabis au Canada et au Québec.

In this podcast, Naomi Zener and Tamara Céline Winegust will look at strategies to address online infringement in view of two recent cases handed down by the Federal Court. Hear about Canada’s first site blocking order against a ‘pirate’ site, and a case that suggests the demise of the reverse class action as a means to address illegal file sharing.  

Important changes to the Canadian Patent Act and Rules will be coming into force on October 30, 2019. Join Laurence MacPhie and Andrea Berenbaum for a discussion of how these changes will affect Canada’s patent system including: context for the changes and Canada’s treaty obligations; how the new Patent Act and Rules will change your patent practice; and discussion of the new third party rights regime and significant changes to the abandonment and reinstatement provisions

In this episode, Janice Bereskin and Mina Chana discuss Canada’s new Trademark Law and practices, which took effect on June 17. Topics include: new filing procedures, examination, classification and the Madrid Protocol.

Continuing from Part 1, Toronto lawyer, Jennifer McKenzie of Bereskin & Parr LLP and Colorado-based attorney, Garrett Graff, of Hoban Law Group compare and contrast the federal Canadian and U.S. state-by-state regulatory landscapes in the branding and promotion of cannabis and cannabis accessories.

A discussion of the differences in the regulation of cannabis branding and promotions between Canada and the U.S. Toronto lawyer, Jennifer McKenzie of Bereskin & Parr LLP and Colorado-based attorney, Garrett Graff, of Hoban Law Group compare and contrast the federal Canadian and U.S. state-by-state regulatory landscapes in the branding and promotion of cannabis and cannabis accessories.

Join François Larose as he discusses Breaking the Québec Language Law Barrier in Episode 4. This episode will cover: Discussion on changes to the Charter of the French Language’s Regulations on non-French trademarks affixed on store-front signage and the upcoming deadline to comply; andReview of some other provisions affecting trademark use in Québec.

Bhupinder Randhawa and Amanda Branch will discuss intellectual property risks and challenges that arise in the context of artificial intelligence based technology development and collaboration. Join us in Episode 3 to learn how to develop your IP strategy for artificial intelligence innovations.

Join Jason Hynes and Paul Horbal as they discuss Fintech patents. This episode will cover: A brief overview of the history and theory of patents; A discussion of the threshold requirements (novelty, non-obviousness, utility and proper subject matter); The current approach for Fintech patents in US and Canada; and “Takeaways” – things to think about when assessing a Fintech invention for patentability.

Join Jonathan Burkinshaw and Tamara Winegust in episode one, as they discuss the major changes to Canada’s Trademarks Act are coming into force June 17, 2019. Are you ready? Topics Include: Notable changes to “use” requirements. Expanding your rights. Saving money now.