One of the longstanding demands from lobby groups seeking reforms to Canada's IP enforcement rules has been changes to the Proceeds of Crime Program. The POCP permits the forfeiture of wealth accumulated through criminal activities. While many statutes qualify, the Copyright Act does not. The rationale for excluding the Copyright […]
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