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CPATA News

Exam Specifications Set for the Knowledge Component of the New Qualifying Examinations Starting in 2024

CPATA’s Registration Committee has approved the Test Specifications for the Knowledge Examination components of the new qualifying examinations for patent agents and trademark agents.   CPATA……

Registration Open for the 2023 Qualifying Examinations 

Class 3 agents-in-training can now register to write the 2023 Trademark Agent Qualifying Examination (TMAQE) and Patent Agent Qualifying Examination (PAQE). Potential candidates should review……

Message from the CEO Regarding Annual Licence Fees

CPATA’s new By-laws came into effect on May 1, 2023, with updates that enhance CPATA’s ability to independently regulate in the public interest. They include……

Call for Expressions of Interest from Qualified Legal Services Providers

The College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents (CPATA) is the independent, public interest regulator of patent agents and trademark agents in Canada, operating under……

FAQ – Increase in Annual Licence Fees

Why is CPATA increasing annual licence fees for 2024?    The Canadian government established CPATA as an independent regulator to protect the public.   After……

New By-Laws: Licence Fees for 2024, Changes to Licence Classes and more  

CPATA’s new By-laws will come into effect on May 1. We have summarized some of the main elements below so that licensees and other stakeholders understand……

Discipline Proceeding – Allegations of Professional Misconduct involving Mathieu Audet

IN THE MATTER of a hearing of an Application by the Investigations Committee of the College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents/Collège des agents de……

CPATA Publishes its 2022 Annual Report

CPATA’s 2022 Annual Report is now available online.    The College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents (CPATA) came into force in June 2021 as Canada’s……

Call for Interest and Nominations – Discipline Committee Members

CPATA seeks talented, engaged leaders to participate as members of its Discipline Committee.   Committee members will assist CPATA in attaining its vision to be……