CDRP What is the specific process of CDRP? (10.Viewing)

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some insight into the .ca (CDRP) arbitration process. I recently received a "cease and desist" style threat from a company regarding one of my .ca domains. They offered me $100 to transfer the domain, claiming that if I don't accept, they will initiate arbitration.

I’ve been through a UDRP for a .com domain before, but I’m new to the CIRA/CDRP rules. I have no intention of handing over the domain for $100, as I believe I have a legitimate interest in it.

I’d appreciate any experiences you can share regarding .ca disputes! Thanks in advance.

I've been through it a few times, and have prevented many others from ever getting to CDRP. It would be a better private discussion since giving you any advice would require knowing the domain in question as every situation is different. If you want to talk, feel free to PM me and we can do a phone call. I just hate to see bullies succeed, so I'm happy to help.

First question is do you have a Canadian presence of some kind, if the answer to that is yes then everything else falls into place.

Like rlm says, it's highly defendant on the domain, some are easier to defend than others.

Thanks @rlm and @MapleDots!

About presence: I am not a Canadian citizen, but I own a Canadian corporation that I use to hold my .ca domains. I hope this structure satisfies CIRA's Presence Requirements.

I’m actually quite familiar with the UDRP process as I manage a large portfolio and have dealt with disputes before. In my experience, UDRP panelists can often be quite "complainant-friendly" (biased).

In your opinion, is the CDRP process generally more balanced or registrant-friendly compared to the UDRP?

Thanks again for the insights.