There were some representatives from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters. They expressed profound reservations regarding this legislation, including the elimination of the requirement for a trademark to be used in order to be registered. They said this change would lead to additional costs for SME's and open the door to trademark trolls. Legal action related to intellectual property is to be expected.
Speaking of reactions, will you listen to witnesses' suggestions and withdraw this amendment to the Trademarks Act?