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2.22.8.2 Appeal by the Applicant

Date Published

The applicant may appeal a decision to refuse to grant the patent to the Federal Court.

However, before refusal action is initiated, regard should be given to the practice outlined in 2.22.5.4 Subsequent Adverse Reports.

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