The Vancouver Group: A First‑Ever Joint Update from Three Leading IP Offices
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
Divisional Director: Tribunal, Trade Mark & Design
UK Intellectual Property Office
United Kingdom

