At Bhole IP Law, we are committed to supporting groundbreaking ideas and emerging talent in Ontario’s entrepreneurial and creative sectors. That’s why we’re thrilled to sponsor two exciting events that champion innovation, mobility, and fashion law. SmartTO Innovation Challenge CompetitionThe SmartTO Innovation Challenge is calling on Ontario startups to revolutionize …
Mark your Calendars: Fireside Chat on Intellectual Property and Raising Capital
On April 2, 2025, Bhole IP Law will host an engaging fireside chat featuring Matt Cohen, Founder and Managing Partner of Ripple Ventures. Learn how intellectual property can give startups a competitive edge in the venture capital world, from signaling innovation to creating defensible market positions. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to …
Bhole IP Law Engages University Audiences on IP in Biotechnology and Engineering
Bhole IP Law was pleased to contribute to two recent university talks focused on intellectual property (IP) and commercialization. On January 20, 2025, Marc Lampert joined Alex Koch of Koch Law to engage with students in York University’s Biotech Commercialization program. The discussion covered key aspects of IP and commercialization …
Greater Clarity for Subject-Matter Eligibility in Canadian Patents: The Benjamin Moore Case
By Marc Lampert The Federal Court, in Benjamin Moore & Co. v. Attorney General of Canada, 2022 FC 923, has recently issued a decision that may help address a controversial practice by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO); and in doing so, will add much needed certainty for patent Applicants. …
Upcoming Changes to Canadian Patent Rules: How to Plan Ahead
By Marc Lampert and Ammar Kalanaki Recent amendments to the Patent Rules will come into force on October 3, 2022 and introduce (1) excess claim fees, and (2) a request for continued examination (RCE) practice; among several other amendments. The new Rules will apply to any application for which a request …
Starting Your Patent Journey on the Wrong Foot: Why to be Cautious about Filing a Weak U.S. Provisional Application
In the Canadian startup community, a common and perpetuated piece of advice given to entrepreneurs is to self-file their initial patent application. Often, this advice involves self-filing a United States provisional patent application. Due to the lack of formal examination of provisional applications, entrepreneurs can file these types of applications without …