Protect your edge: U.S. IP strategies for Canadian tech companies

Event type: Webinar

Date: October 29, 2026

Location: Online

Venue: Microsoft Teams

Industry: Information and communications technologies

Export Theme(s): Intellectual property

Registration deadline: October 29, 2026

Who should apply:

Canadian information and communications technologies (ICT) small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

Event description

Intellectual Property (IP) is often one of a technology company's most valuable assets. As Canadian technology companies pursue opportunities in the United States, understanding how to protect their innovations can help them secure investment, attract customers, and remain competitive.

Join us on October 29 for a one-hour webinar featuring a Washington, D.C.-based IP professional who will share practical guidance on protecting and enforcing IP rights in the United States (U.S.).

Topics will include:

  • patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets
  • U.S. IP filing and registration processes
  • enforcement and litigation considerations
  • strategies for defending and challenging IP rights
  • key IP planning considerations for Canadian companies expanding into the United States

Whether you are entering the U.S. market or strengthening your existing presence, this session will help you better understand the IP challenges and opportunities that can impact your business.

Registration

Registered participants can join the webinar on October 29, 2026 from 1 PM to 2 PM EDT. 

Benefits of participating

  • Gain insights and market intelligence
  • Develop a first-hand understanding of the opportunities and challenges of doing business in foreign markets

Contact us

Chris Hopkins

Trade Commissioner
christopher.hopkins@international.gc.ca

Eric Futin

Trade Commissioner
eric.futin@international.gc.ca

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