The IPIC Annual Conference 2026, organized by the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC), is scheduled for September 16–18, 2026, at the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa, Ontario. This centennial event marks 100 years of IPIC's commitment to advancing innovation and protecting intellectual property rights in Canada.
The conference will feature a comprehensive program, including workshops on patent drafting and oral advocacy skills, as well as a series of sessions covering various aspects of intellectual property law. Attendees can expect discussions on emerging trends, challenges, and best practices in the field.
Networking opportunities abound, with events such as the Welcome Reception and Gala, designed to foster connections among professionals. The conference will also host a Trivia Night in support of the IPIC Foundation, adding a social dimension to the proceedings.
This event is ideal for IP professionals, including patent and trademark agents, lawyers, in-house counsel, and academics, offering them a platform to enhance their knowledge, engage with peers, and stay informed about the latest developments in intellectual property law.
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Speakers(2)
James Hastings
Attorney at Practus, LLP
James Hastings is an attorney with the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Practice Group of Practus, LLP, specializing in trademark opposition and cancellation proceedings.
Neena Kushwaha
Chair at Canadian Trademarks Opposition Board
Neena Kushwaha serves as the Chair of the Canadian Trademarks Opposition Board, overseeing opposition proceedings and Section 45 expungement proceedings.
Event Details
- Date
- September 16-18, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada
- Fairmont Château Laurier
- Pricing
- $1,999 - $2,999
- Audience
- Intellectual property professionals, including patent and trademark agents, lawyers, in-house counsel, and academics.
- CLE Credits
- 12.5 CPD hours, including up to 3.75 Professionalism hours
- Attendees
- Over 300 delegates