Register now to reserve your spot in this free and insightful webinar on standard essential patents (SEPs) and alternative dispute resolution (ADR), hosted by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

The webinar will provide valuable information on the intricacies of ADR mechanisms and their critical role in managing and resolving disputes related to SEPs.

Whether you are a professional in the field of intellectual property (IP), a legal expert or simply interested in the subject, this webinar is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the topic. It will feature presentations from CIPO, the Standards Council of Canada and the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center, offering diverse perspectives and expertise.

Agenda

Welcome and opening remarks
• Presented by the Master of Ceremonies and CIPO's CEO

Presentation 1: SEP 101 overview
• Presented by CIPO and the Strategic Innovation Policy Sector

Presentation 2: Standards Council of Canada
• Presented by Standards Council of Canada

Presentation 3: Why ADR is useful, statistics
• Presented by WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center

Q&A from audience
• Moderated by Master of Ceremonies

Date and time

October 8, 2025

1 to 2:30 pm (ET)

Location: Online (WebEx)

For more information or registration, visit: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/canadian-intellectual-property-office/en/patents/patent-branch/cipo-wipo-webinar-standard-essential-patents-and-alternate-dispute-resolution