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Christine Genge
cngenge@smartbiggar.ca
Internationally recognized leader in protecting patent and industrial design innovation
With extensive expertise in patent and industrial design IP, Christine advises Fortune 50 companies and Canadian innovators on securing patent, industrial design and trademark protection. With a background in mechanical engineering, Christine has focused on protecting innovation over a broad range of technologies, from high-tech and consumer products, to oil field related innovations, for more than 20 years.
Christine stands out as one of a select few Canadian practitioners with the in-depth knowledge to successfully navigate the requirements of Canadian, U.S. and European design regimes. Her client base includes top-tier multinational companies from the U.S., Europe, Japan and Korea. Christine assists her international clients in securing intellectual property protection in Canada, and advises on portfolio management, enforcement and freedom-to-operate. She also works with Canadian innovators in securing intellectual property protection in Canada, the U.S. and abroad.
Leading and enhancing industrial design protection in Canada
Christine is a member of the firm's Executive Committee and is a recognized leader in industrial design protection internationally. Among her leadership roles, Christine heads the firm's industrial design practice group and is a past Chair of the design committee of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC). She is also a liaison to the Canadian Intellectual Property Office Industrial Design Practice Committee.
Prior to pursuing a legal career, Christine worked as a research engineer in mechanical aspects of silicon and circuit packaging. Her industry experience informs her approach with clients, providing practical insights and commercialization strategies
Ontario Bar, 1998
Registered Patent Agent, 1999
University of Ottawa, LL.B., 1996
Memorial University of Newfoundland, B.Eng. (Mechanical), 1989
Registered to practise before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
Patent Counselling, Opinions, & Advice
Patent Portfolio Management
Industrial Designs Drafting & Prosecution
Industrial Designs Counselling, Opinions & Advice
Industrial Designs Portfolio Management
Lexpert®-Ranked
The Canadian Legal LEXPERT® Directory
Notable Practitioner
IP Stars Guides
WIPR Leader
World IP Review Leaders
Three key differences between U.S. and Canadian patent law that can affect patent filing strategies in Canada
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Theatre: "The Country Wife"
"The Country Wife" opens at Willamette University April 16
by Marketing & Communications, March 20, 2015
For nearly two centuries, "The Country Wife" was considered too scandalous for the stage. But it's precisely because of its clever satire and cheeky dialogue that the comedy is opening at Willamette University April 16.
"It's a great play, in a fresh adaptation, being performed with incredible production values," Director Jonathan Cole says. "The show will delight, shock and intrigue the audience — and overwhelm the senses."
The story is based on several plays by French playwright Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name, Molière. It paints a picture of a rakish hero named Horner, who regularly brags, cheats and lies to seduce the wives and daughters of London's most prominent businessmen.
However, when a young country wife, Margery Pinchwife, threatens to reveal his true character to the public, Horner must pull out all the stops to protect his reputation.
Full of puns, overblown costumes and a plethora of innuendos, the story is set in Restoration England in the 1670s and shows the dirty tricks — from bribery to threats — that permeate the inner chambers of 17th century London's upper crust.
"This will be a riotous journey into a sparkling world of wit, intrigue and naughtiness," Cole says. "The language is incredible, the wit sharp, and the physical comedy tremendous."
"The Country Wife" is showing in the Willamette University Pelton Theatre April 17 through May 2, with a preview performance April 16. Thursday through Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m., and matinees begin at 2 p.m. April 19, 26 and May 2.
General-admission tickets for the preview performance cost $8, the same as all tickets for students and seniors 65 and older. Matinees are $10, and evening performances are $12.
Tickets may be purchased at the door, by calling the WU Theatre Box Office at 503-370-6221 or by email at thtr-tix@willamette.edu. They are also available at www.boxofficetickets.com and at Travel Salem, 181 High St., 503-581-4325 Ext. 121.
• Article by Natalie Pate '15, politics and French/Francophone studies major
"The Country Wife"


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Krekov trg 4, Ljubljana, 1000
The Ljubljana Castle Funicular is an incline cable car, comprised of one cantilevered cabin that ascends 230 vertical feet (70 vertical meters) in just one minute and is the easiest way to access the castle.
If you plan to tour Ljubljana Castle, opt for a combo ticket, which can include entrance to the paid areas of the castle or a variety of guided tours and experiences. A ride on the funicular railway also is included as part of many city sightseeing tours, including walking tours and day tours from the cities of Koper; Zagreb, Croatia; and Trieste, Italy.
Ljubljana City Tour Including Ljubljana Castle
Ljubljana Town and Castle
The tour of the town and castle was exceptional. Alenka was very knowledgable of both historical and current highlights.
Craig_U, Oct 2021
The funicular is recommended for those who want to avoid the steep walk up to the castle.
One-way, return, and family tickets are available.
Each cabin can hold up to 33 passengers.
Bring a camera to capture sweeping views above the city.
The funicular is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.
The lower funicular station is located at Krek Square, near the Ljubljana Central Market, and within walking distance of the tourist center of Ljubljana. Many guided tours include a ride on the funicular railway.
The funicular operates year-round, with different hours depending on the season. The funicular departs about every 10 minutes during its hours of operation, and takes about a minute to travel between stations.
Visiting Ljubljana Castle
Visible from just about anywhere in town, the well-preserved Ljubljana Castle dates back to the 11th century and is a must-see site in the city. It's free to walk the castle grounds, but you must purchase an admission ticket to climb the watchtower, enter the chapel, and access the History Museum and the Museum of Puppetry.
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Ljubljanica River
Preseren Square (Presernov Trg)
Triple Bridge (Tromostovje)
Cobblers' Bridge (Cevljarski Most)
Congress Square (Kongresni Trg)
Museum of Illusions
National and University Library of Slovenia (Arodna in Univerzitetna Knjiznica)
Dragon Bridge
Krizanke Summer Theatre (Poletno Gledalisce Krizanke)
Cankar Centre (Cankarjev Dom)
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Narayan Chetry
Class 17 (2018-2020)
Narayan Chetry, India
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – Department of Maternal and Child Health
Public Health | Maternal & Child Health | Peace and Conflict Studies
Dr Narayan Chetry joined the State Government Health Service in 2015 as a Medical and Health Officer and most recently worked as a Medical and Health Officer at the Central Jail Hospital, Guwahati, Assam. He was born and brought up in Rural Assam and has witnessed the plight of rural people who are deprived of basic requirements of health and hygiene. Narayan's work on behalf of underprivileged people has included organizing health camps, training health care workers and establishing peace in areas of Assam that are affected by violence, with the goal of improving the health of women and children. He has also conducted health management of paramilitary force personnel and organized health camps and awareness programs. Narayan has found that health education and services can be used to promote peace and harmony in local villages, including along border areas of the country, i.e. Indo-Nepal and Indo-Bhutan border areas. He volunteered to work in the Bodoland Territorial Area District of Assam when violence broke out amongst the indigenous ethnic Bodo community and Bengali speaking minority Muslim community in 2012. Narayan looks forward to expanding his knowledge in UNC's Maternal and Child Health program, and develop a working relationship with university faculty. After completing his studies, he plans to work to improve the health of mothers and children in Assam.
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Building a Sustainable Community Health System – Kenya