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The Vancouver Group: A First‑Ever Joint Update from Three Leading IP Offices

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm General Session Law & Policy TrackComplimentary
London, England

For the first time, the leaders of three national intellectual property offices - the UK Intellectual Property Office, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, and IP Australia - come together to provide a joint update on the Vancouver Group. This session offers a rare, behind‑the‑scenes look at the group’s origins, objectives, and collaborative work, including how these offices coordinate on shared challenges, policy priorities, and operational innovation. Attendees will gain insight into how cross‑office cooperation is shaping the future of IP administration and what this collaboration means for rights holders, practitioners, and the global IP system.

Moderator

Natasha Chick

Natasha Chick

Divisional Director: Tribunal, Trade Mark & Design

UK Intellectual Property Office

United Kingdom

Speakers

Konstantinos Georgaras

Chief Executive Officer

Canadian Intellectual Property Office

Canada

Margaret Tregurtha

a/g Director General

IP Australia

Australia

Adam Williams

Chief Executive Officer

UK Intellectual Property Office

United Kingdom

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