Intellectual Property and Information Technology

LexisNexis Canada provides reliable resources in intellectual property and information technology law, offering in-depth analysis of regulatory frameworks, rights protection, digital asset management, and issues related to technological innovation.

Legal Research

Canadian Case Law

LexisNexis Canada offers an extensive collection of court cases and hard to find decisions:
- Every case reported by Canadian legal publishers since 1970
- Pre-1970 cases that have been cited in decisions after 1970
- Over 140 boards and tribunals decisions from all jurisdictions including the Canada Trade-Marks Opposition Board, Canada Patent Appeal Board and Commissioner of Patents, Canada Copyright Board and more.

Secondary Materials

Access over 600 full-text textbooks and looseleaf publications that covers over 30 areas of law. This collection also includes over 1,000 legal reviews and journals. The Intellectual Property and Information Technology collection includes over 50 publications such as:
- Canadian Patent Law (Perry, Currier)
- Canadian Trademark Law (Scassa)
- Hughes on Copyright and Industrial Design, Hughes on Trade Marks and Hughes and Woodley on Patents
- A Practical Guide to Web3, Blockchain, and Smart Contract Law (Grinhaus)

Canadian Legal Encyclopedia

Halsbury's® Laws of Canada is the only up-to-date with a national coverage legal encyclopedia in the market. For Intellectual Property and Information Technology there are several relevant volumes including Access to Information and Privacy, Trademarks, Passing Off and Unfair Competition, Copyright, Patent, Trade Secrets and Industrial Designs and more.
 
Juris Classeur™ Québec is updated every year and is the only one in the Canadian market. For Intellectual Property and Information Technology, we have the volume Propriété intellectuelle.

Court Documents: Pleadings, Motions and Facta

Our court documents collections includes pleadings, application records, orders, written submissions, affidavits and more, from provincial and federal courts from all Canadian jurisdictions.

International Content also available:

Canadian IP and IT lawyers will benefit from this collection of leading treatises and practical resources covering global IP regimes, licensing, entertainment contracts, data privacy, cybersecurity, and digital rights—supporting cross-border advisory and compliance in a fast-evolving tech landscape.

Practical Guidance

Complete work efficiently with practice notes, checklists, annotated precedents, and drafting tools from 380+ practitioners and 180+ Canadian law firms.
 
This module helps legal professionals draft with precision, protect intangible assets, and stay compliant with evolving IP and IT regulations.
 
A specialized legal resource designed to support lawyers in managing complex intellectual property and technology matters. It offers:

450+ Precedents, including:

- Patent, Trademark, and Industrial Design Applications including filings, amendments, affidavits, and correspondence.
- Software, Cloud, and IT Agreements covering licensing, SaaS, development, support, maintenance, and procurement.
- Copyright and Publishing Agreements including assignment, licensing, moral rights waivers, and co-publishing.
- Litigation and Enforcement Tools including cease and desist letters, statements of claim and defence, and Anton Piller order material.

Negotiation Tools with annotated clauses and strategies:

- Guidance on IP due diligence, licensing, enforcement, and commercialization
- Clause-level insights for IT contracts, privacy compliance, software and cloud services
- Practical tools for drafting and negotiating agreements in advertising, publishing, and digital media
- Support for managing disputes and litigation across copyright, trademark, and patent matters

Toolkits & Resource Kits to streamline workflows, such as:

- Artificial Intelligence Resource Kit
- Patent Fundamentals Resource Kit
- Trademark Fundamentals Resource Kit
- Copyright Fundamentals Resource Kit
- Software Resource Kit
- Cybersecurity Resource Kit
- IT Systems Resource Kit
 

Canadian Legislative PULSE®

Stay ahead of legislative changes across all Canadian jurisdictions.

Bill Tracking

With real-time tracking, custom alerts, and a searchable database of bills and regulations, you'll never miss a critical update. Whether you're advising clients or shaping policy, Canadian Legislative PULSE® delivers the insights you need — fast. With customizable alerts and cross-jurisdictional coverage, this is an essential tool for tracking regulatory changes, tech-sector reforms, and legal developments that impact creators, innovators, and digital businesses.

Tracking Statutes Affected

IP and IT law are fast-moving fields shaped by innovation, digital regulation, and global trends. Canadian Legislative PULSE helps you track critical statutes in real time, ensuring you stay informed and responsive. Key legislation to monitor include:
- Copyright Act
- Patent Act
- Trade-marks Act
- Industrial Design Act

Legal News

Law360™ Canada, a premier offering from LexisNexis, delivers award-winning journalism and real-time legal insights tailored specifically for Canadian legal professionals. It offers various insights:

Real-Time Legal News:

Stay on top of breaking developments with coverage of key legal events — often within 24 hours — across all major practice areas.

In-Depth Analysis:

Gain a 360-degree view of the law with expert commentary and deep dives into emerging legal trends, helping you anticipate changes and advise clients with confidence.

Comprehensive Coverage:

From regulatory updates to litigation trends and legislative changes, Law360 Canada covers the full spectrum of legal news, empowering you to make informed decisions quickly.

Tailored Alerts & Newsletters:

Receive daily updates and real-time alerts customized to your practice areas, jurisdictions, and clients — so you never miss what matters most. You can also subscribe to our Intellectual Property Newsletter for insights on this topic.