IP Updates

Introduction  Climate change mitigation technologies (CCMTs) are critical in the fight against global warming. These technologies aim to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, enhance carbon sequestration, and promote sustainable energy use. Climate change mitigation technology (CCMT) is a rapidly growing sector aligned with Canada’s government priorities. With significant research and carbon pricing investments, Canada’s clean…

IP strategy: A moat to protect innovations Intellectual Property is “innovation,” serving as the moat for businesses, entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators who bring remarkable ideas to life through groundbreaking research and unique products. Intellectual property is pivotal in unlocking these enterprises’ growth and innovation potential. A robust IP strategy with a comprehensive action plan for…

Canada continues to be a hothouse for innovation, with a surge in significant technological breakthroughs emerging from recent patents filed and granted. These innovations extend diverse industries, from biotechnology and green energy to information technology and advanced manufacturing. This report highlights some of the most groundbreaking Canadian patents, explores their implications for various sectors, and…

What is the Elevate IP program? If you are the owner of a small or medium-sized Canadian business and need assistance with Intellectual Property strategy development and implementation, you may be eligible for financial support in the form of non-dilutive funding from the Government of Canada. Through the ElevateIP program, developed in accordance with the…

The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) application is a globally recognized patent filing system that enables applicants to seek protection for their inventions in numerous countries. It enables the applicants to file a single patent application and have it assessed by several patent offices worldwide. Despite the manifold advantages of filing a PCT application, it is…

Conducting a prior art search is an imperative measure that must be performed prior to initiating the filing of a patent application. The fundamental objective is to discern any preexisting information or technology that may impact the patentability of the invention. It is crucial to note that a vast majority of products or innovations lack…

Since 2020, Riahi Patents has been closely following the evolution of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the intellectual property field. One area that we saw potential in was AI for patent searching. To learn more, we decided to run tests that could help us understand how AI-powered search tools compare to the industry…

A well-formed IP strategy provides a structured intellectual property harvesting and monetization plan that is aligned with your business goals and recommends the right IP asset (patents, trademarks, copyright, trade secrets, or industrial designs) based on the nature of your business. Steps in IP management strategy: IP Audit – Identifying intangible assets and intellectual property of the…

What is CanExport SME? The CanExport SMEs Program provides direct financial assistance up to $50,000 to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) registered in Canada seeking new export opportunities, particularly in high-growth emerging markets and sectors. The CanExport SMEs can support you in preparing for and establishing a presence of your business in international markets by funding various…

What is an IP Assist Program? If you are the owner of a small or medium-sized Canadian business and need assistance with intellectual property issues, you may be eligible for financial support from the Government of Canada. The National Research Council (NRC) has introduced the IP Assist program through their Innovation Research Assistance Program (IRAP)…