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SUMMARY:Venture Readiness: Accessing Venture Capital
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Discovery Foundation Indigenous Tech Founders Program \n​Join us as we explore the intersection of investment and Indigenous entrepreneurship\, while delving into the unique challenges faced by Indigenous founders to identify their ecosystem support needs. We’ll discuss inclusive investment practices\, such as diversity-focused funds and mentorship programs\, and how investors can build genuine\, long-term relationships with Indigenous entrepreneurs. \n​Our conversation will also cover practical advice from Indigenous founders on accessing funding\, building investor relationships\, and integrating cultural values into their business models. Regardless of which stage you are at in your journey\, this webinar offers valuable insights and actionable strategies you can incorporate into your entrepreneurship roadmap. \n​Presenters\n​Allison Gibson – Allison is a champion for impact with extensive entrepreneurial expertise. She leverages her fundraising experience to create innovative programs as Spring’s Chief Program Officer and is passionate about sharing her VC knowledge to demystify the world of venture capital and create pathways to funding for diverse founders. Allison’s favourite part of her job is mentoring startups and supporting investors to integrate gender-lens considerations into their investment thesis and process to increase the amount of capital deployed to under-represented founders. \n​Andrea Butters – Andrea Butters\, an Investment Project Manager based in Toronto\, is a dynamic professional with a rich background in software engineering and digital marketing. Her work is deeply driven by a commitment to fostering equity across communities. Andrea’s unique blend of technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills enables her to effectively promote and advocate for inclusivity and social justice. With a profound passion for technology\, she leverages its potential to drive meaningful change. Andrea’s dedication to creating a more equitable world is at the core of her professional endeavours\, reflecting her belief in technology’s power to effect positive transformation. \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/venture-readiness-accessing-venture-capital/
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SUMMARY:What Every Startup Leader Needs To Know About Burnout For Themselves And Their Organization
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Discovery Foundation Indigenous Tech Founders Program \nJoin us for an engaging and practical discussion about burnout and how it can affect the productivity\, culture\, and growth of your company. \n​The rates of workplace burnout have soared since COVID-19. Entrepreneurs’ personalities\, passion for their work\, high levels of business uncertainty and stress\, and limited safety nets put them among the highest rates of burnout compared to other workers. Dr. Andrew Miki is a Registered Psychologist and founder of a mental health company for employees. He has extensive professional and personal experience helping individuals and organizations identify and address burnout. This presentation is tailored for leaders of start-ups and will provide insights\, strategies\, and practical advice to prevent and treat burnout. \n\n​We are pleased to welcome our guest lecturer\, Dr. Andrew Miki. \n​Dr. Andrew Miki is a registered psychologist in British Columbia\, Canada\, with expertise in neuropsychology and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). His private practice focuses on helping employees improve their mental fitness so they can return to work following a disability leave due to stress\, anxiety\, burnout\, and depression.  \n​Andrew’s vision is to democratize effective mental healthcare for people to live happier and healthier lives. In 2013\, Andrew founded a digital mental health company that created one of the first fully digital internet-based CBT programs for employees. Today\, over 4.5 million people have free access to the personalized mental health program with proven results that were published in leading scientific journals and featured in Forbes and Authority Magazine. \n​Andrew now works with organizations and their leaders to improve their Emotional Intelligence (EQ) with frameworks based on the latest science of clinical psychology. He holds a BSc. in Psychology from Queen’s University\, a MA in Animal Cognition & Neuroscience from Wilfrid Laurier\, and a MA/Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from York University in Toronto. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/what-every-startup-leader-needs-to-know-about-burnout-for-themselves-and-their-organization/
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SUMMARY:B2B Sales Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Venture Acceleration Program \nThis 4-hour Sales workshop focuses on all the core elements of a professional sales process. Whether you have prior sales experience\, are brand new to sales\, or are a startup founder looking to drive sales for your venture\, this program can help you increase your sales results. \nProvided through in-person instruction\, you will learn best practices for sales across various Go-to-Market models including high-touch business-to-business sales\, low-touch (product led) sales\, and partner and channel-led sales. \nWe provide proven frameworks and best practices for helping to identify potential customers\, customer discovery & qualification\, sales presentations\, negotiation and closing sales. \nYou will gain an understanding of Go-to-market strategies and how to align your product or service with the appropriate sales approach. We also provide guidelines and tips on how to overcome common objections and move your sales efforts forward. \n\nWhy Sales?\nNo matter what the industry\, product or service\, sales is the critical revenue driver for virtually any organization. Whether you work in a large or small enterprise or intend to start your own business as an entrepreneur\, understanding the sales process is a critical component of success. Having a strong sales foundation is also important for other roles\, such as marketing\, customer success and product management\, to understand what it takes to successfully bring a product or service to market in a competitive environment. Sales is a learned process that anyone can master\, and it is typically one of the highest paid roles in most organizations. \nDetails:\nDate: Monday\, October 28\, 2024\nTime: 1:00 – 5:00 pm PST\nLocation: Fasken Vancouver (29th Floor)\nCost: $150 – General\n$75 – NVBC program alumni\nFree – Current NVBC accelerator clients  \n\nButton Text \nInstructor:\nPeter de Verteuil (MBA) \nPeter has over 30 years of experience in Sales and Marketing management\, Business Development\, Corporate Strategy and Communications. Peter has held leadership positions in dynamic high-growth environments as well as large multinational organizations and has navigated change management through a number of corporate acquisitions. In roles of VP of Sales and VP of Strategy at SAP\, Peter managed highly successful sales teams\, and helped drive GTM Strategy & Planning for one of SAP’s leading growth divisions.While VP of Marketing for Future Shop\, Marketing Magazine named Peter one of Canada’s most influential marketers. Today Peter provides professional Business Development\, Strategy\, Sales\, Marketing and Media consulting and advisory services to a wide spectrum of organizations\, from start-ups to large enterprises.Peter holds an MBA from Simon Fraser University in Vancouver\, and is an Executive in Residence with New Ventures BC. \n— \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/b2b-sales-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:Interested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best?\nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking – between 11AM to 3:30PM. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-4/
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SUMMARY:IP Speaker Series: Culture and Law
DESCRIPTION:​Join us for an in-depth discussion on the intersection of culture and IP law\, and learn how founders can protect themselves in a Canadian IP landscape that is not always aligned with Traditional Knowledge. It’s important for any founder to ask themselves\, who can play and what are the rules? \n​​Why This Chat?\n​What You’ll Gain: \n​​● Insider Knowledge: Delve into some key concepts around Traditional Knowledge (TK)\, Traditional Cultural Expression (TCE) and Cultural Competence. \n​​● Real-World Wisdom: Engage with firsthand stories and experiences on how founders can participate in cultural endeavors without committing cultural appropriation. \n​​● Practical Takeaways: Discover strategies on how to ensure that your company’s IP is protected\, when it may not be clear when Traditional Knowledge and Canadian IP may intersect. \n​​● Community and Q&A: This fireside chat format encourages dialogue. Bring your questions\, share your experiences\, and learn from peers navigating the same challenges. \n​​Who Should Join? \n​​Whether you’re at the seed stage or scaling rapidly\, if your startup is navigating the tech ecosystem\, this conversation is for you. Founders\, tech innovators\, and anyone vested in the future of intellectual property in the startup space. \n​​About the Session: \n​​This isn’t just another lecture on IP rights; it’s a chance to join a community of like-minded individuals ready to tackle the complexities of IP strategy together. We’re peeling back the layers of legal jargon to reveal the actionable steps you can take to protect your company’s most valuable assets. \n​​About the Speakers: \n​Mitchel Fleming (Guest) – Part of Toronto’s newest cohort of entertainment lawyers\, Mitchel Fleming brings to his practice a wealth of entertainment experience.\n​Fleming has extensive experience acting as production legal counsel\, including handling rights acquisitions\, international co-pro agreements\, broadcast and distribution deals\, performer agreements\, production financing\, tax credit optimization and E&O insurance reviews for a growing list of feature films and TV series.\n​Fleming not only works on behalf of legacy film and television organizations\, but maintains a diverse roster of clients\, including social media sensations\, comedians\, and live sport entertainment companies.\nEver passionate about economic and community development in Canada’s rural communities\, particularly First Nations\, Fleming has dedicated time and energy to establishing opportunities for First Nations youth to study music in St. John’s\, Newfoundland\, in the hopes that they might bring that knowledge back to their hometowns. \n​Byron Thom (Moderator) – Byron is a lifelong technology enthusiast who has worn many hats in his tech career. Trained as an engineer and a lawyer\, he practiced at one of the leading IP boutiques in Canada helping startups and multinationals protect their technological assets. As a startup founder\, he is a patented inventor who drafted and prosecuted his company’s own patent applications. And\, as a venture capitalist and board member\, he often works with his portfolio companies to develop IP strategies to focus their limited resources on key assets that matter to the business\, to investors and to potential acquirers. Byron is a Partner at the BDC Industrial Innovation Venture Fund and sits on the Board of Governors at UBC. \nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-speaker-series-culture-and-law/
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SUMMARY:IP Strategy for the Growth and Scalability of your Startup - Partnered Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nIntangible assets are now the bulk of a valuation for a company (more than tangible assets). And everything intangible is some form of IP. A successful IP strategy is a function of both creating IP value and avoiding IP risk. \nIn this session\, Emilie and Patrick will discuss the ways different IP rights create value\, strategy considerations for securing IP rights\, linking IP creation with your business’ commercialization plan\, how to develop an effective monitoring and enforcement strategy\, and how to mitigate IP risk. IP isn’t just patents and protection from competitors. Learn about how to leverage IP for licensing\, justifying valuation and partnerships. \n\n\nAbout Our Speakers from Seastone IP\nPatrick Smith\n\n\n\nPatrick is one of Canada’s top IP litigators\, serving as counsel in more than 100 reported decisions over the course of his 25+ year career. He has extensive experience supporting clients in the oil and gas\, agricultural\, biotech\, chemical\, and pharmaceutical industries. The Supreme Court of Canada adopted his submissions in Teva v. Pfizer (2012) as the framework by which courts now judge “utility” in patent cases. \nPatrick is a registered patent agent who advises and represents clients in matters concerning patents\, trademarks\, copyright\, trade secrets\, and regulatory compliance. He is a former adjunct professor of law at the University of Ottawa and served as President of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC) for 2018-2019. Currently\, Patrick is the chair of IPIC’s Intervention Committee. \nEmilie Feil-Fraser\n\n\n\nEmilie is a lawyer and trademark agent with a combination practice of litigation and solicitor work. She helps clients solve contentious disputes in the areas of trademarks\, patents\, trade secrets/confidential information\, copyright\, industrial designs\, privacy disputes\, and domain name disputes. She represents a wide variety of clients\, from small start-up businesses to multi-national corporations in large-scale patent infringement litigation. She provides strategic advice to clients on all aspects of their intellectual property portfolios\, including IP development strategy and best practices for internal IP protection. \nEmilie is also a registered Canadian trademark agent and handles all levels of trademark prosecution\, from brand development to registration. She is also fluent in French and enjoys hiking\, skiing\, and live music. \nThis event is hosted by AccelerateIP in partnership with Tech Yukon.\nPlease note the event timing is in PDT. \n\nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-strategy-for-the-growth-and-scalability-of-your-startup-partnered-event/
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SUMMARY:Generative AI: Copyright and Ownership - Partnered Event
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by Tech Yukon in partnership with AccelerateIP. Note the timing is in PDT. \nDo you own the assets created using AI? Are there limitations to usage rights? Are they subject to any Creative Commons Licenses? \n\n\nAI is changing how to approach content generation. From text for books or poems\, to images\, and even video. Not only for the creation\, but also in editing and live streaming. \nCan you copyright\, trademark or pursue design patents for AI creations? Who owns the content? What’s the risk of someone else utilizing the same piece of generated content? \nWe’ll try our best to tackle some of these questions and more in the ever evolving legal landscape of AI. \n\nSpeaker\nChang Han\, Lead EiR (Entrepreneur in Residence) at entrepreneurship@UBC \nChang Han has cofounded\, invested in\, and worked for startups in education\, biotech\, digital media software and hardware\, the trades\, franchising\, manufacturing\, import and export and retail distribution. His entrepreneur\, investing and consulting experience is balanced with a former corporate career in business litigation as well as In-House corporate counsel managing intellectual property for an international bank. Chang is currently NVBC’s IP Executive in Residence\, and supports the roll-out of the NVBC Accelerate IP grant program. He is also the Lead Entrepreneur in Residence at entrepreneurship@UBC\, and an investment consultant with Genome BC. Additionally\, Chang is a member of faculty for the Part-Time program at BCIT\, the British Columbia Institute of Technology. \nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/generative-ai-copyright-and-ownership-partnered-event/
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SUMMARY:Tech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series
DESCRIPTION:Tech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series returns on December 11! Join us as we welcome Danika Kotylak\, a lawyer from Dentons’ Vancouver office\, for an engaging discussion on Navigating IP in Merger and Acquisition Transactions. Enjoy breakfast while gaining expert insights on how to increase IP value\, navigate transaction structures\, ensure ownership clarity\, manage licensing impacts\, and avoid due diligence pitfalls in mergers and acquisitions. Attendees will have a chance to ask questions at the end of the short presentation. \nWhere: VentureLabs office\, 12th floor kitchen (1200 – 555 W Hastings St\, Vancouver) \nWhen: December 11\, 9:30 AM -10:30 AM \nWho: Science and technology company founders/leaders\, AccelerateIP clients \nRegistration required \nThe series is a partnership between SFU VentureLabs and AccelerateIP\, and includes a light breakfast limited to the first 30 attendees. \nAbout the speaker: Danika Kotylak \nDanika (She/Her/Hers) is an associate in Dentons’ Vancouver office. She is a member of the Corporate and Intellectual Property and Technology practice groups at Dentons. In her general corporate practice\, Danika advises clients in a broad range of corporate and commercial matters\, including corporate organization and governance\, mergers and acquisitions\, and other transactional matters such as drafting commercial agreements. Danika is passionate about assisting innovative start-ups overcome legal hurdles from incorporation\, to team-building and raising funds. In her intellectual property practice\, Danika advises clients from sophisticated corporate entities to independent artists on intellectual property protection and commercialization options. Danika is frequently engaged with intellectual property agreements\, whether in the targeted mergers and acquisition due diligence space or drafting agreements to fit each client’s unique needs. Danika also assists with trademark and copyright registrations and renewals. \nAbout Tech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series\nWe bring the experts\, pastries\, and coffee to Tech & Toast so that founders can connect and learn from subject matter experts. This monthly in-person event will feature topics like IP\, customer discovery\, competitor analysis\, etc. Join Tech & Toast to connect with other science and tech founders\, meet with experts\, and gain insights to grow your company. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/tech-toast-a-venturelabs-breakfast-series/
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SUMMARY:AccelerateIP Info Session
DESCRIPTION:​Looking to apply for AccelerateIP this year?\nPut your best application forward by joining our info session. You’ll learn about:\n● ​Intake dates for all Streams\n● ​Program updates and eligibility requirements\n​● A better understanding of how the application process works\n● Eligible activities and quotes \nThere will also be:\n● Time for Q&A\n● ​Application tips from the programs team \nHope to see you there! If there’s a topic you’d like to have covered\, feel free to email us in advance— we’ll try our best to include it: accelerateip@newventuresbc.com \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/accelerateip-info-session-2/
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SUMMARY:IP Speaker Series: Open Source Software
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on how to use Open-Source Software appropriately and compliantly. We will explore key concepts and strategies that startups should consider with their technology teams when planning their Open-Source Software usage policies. \nOur guest for this webinar is Maya Medeiros\, an intellectual property lawyer\, patent agent (Canada\, US) and trademark agent (Canada\, US) and has a degree in mathematics and computer science. She has extensive experience in artificial intelligence\, blockchain\, cybersecurity\, cryptography\, payments\, graph theory\, risk management\, gaming\, face recognition\, communications\, healthcare and medical devices\, virtual and mixed reality\, wearables\, and other computer-related technologies. She is a key contributor to www.insidetechlaw.com on the ethical and legal implications of artificial intelligence.  \nClick here to register. \nTo learn more about how you can integrate IP into your business\, be sure to explore our offerings at AccelerateIP.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-speaker-series-open-source-software/
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SUMMARY:IP Pathways Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the IP Pathways Workshop\, an educational workshop designed to equip startups and scaleups with the fundamentals of intellectual property\, IP strategy\, and business growth\, presented by Hubspace with New Ventures BC and Innovate BC. By the end of this course\, startups and scaleups will gain knowledge and actionable insights to align IP strategy and business strategy. \nCourse Date: March 6\, 2025\nTime: 12pm – 6pm\nLocation: Hubspace’s Office\, 101-1584 7th Avenue\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 3P4 \nWho should attend this course?  \n\nFounders or C-level executives at small to medium-sized organizations based in B.C. \nEmployees at a BC-based startup or scaleup companies where understanding IP strategy is important to their role \nLearners looking for a flexible and remote option to learn about IP\nStream 2-2 and Stream 3 applicants in AccelerateIP looking to fulfill education requirements \n\n\nAgenda: \n\n12pm – 1pm: Networking (refreshments available)\n1pm – 5pm: Workshop (there will be breaks in-between)\n5pm – 6pm: Exam (optional\, participants can choose to complete the exam within 48 hours at a different location if they wish)\n\nTo test understanding\, this program will conclude with a written exam. Participants must attend all sessions in full and pass the exam to receive certification.  \nWhat you’ll learn \n\nIP strategy and how it relates to your business\nIdentify the different forms of IP and how they relate to business strategy\nUnderstand the basics of IP strategy\nAssess the importance of a data strategy \nIdentify how different forms of IP intersect and can be layered or combined for strategic advantage\nUnderstand the fundamentals of IP licensing\nIdentify the key provisions in non-disclosure agreements and licensing agreements\nUnderstand IP enforcement strategies including alternatives to litigation\nNote IP-related aspects of diversity and inclusion within your organization\n\nDriven by the success of AccelerateIP’s IP Certification Program\, New Ventures BC developed the IP Pathways program to address the demonstrated need for widespread access to IP education province-wide. \nMeet your instructor & moderator \nSusan Tees\, IP Director\, New Ventures BC \nSusan is a veteran Class I patent agent with experience in Canadian and US patent law and practice. She has over 30 years of experience\, including the preparation and filing of approximately 100 submissions to the US and Canadian patent offices\, or through foreign associates. Her varied experience spans industries including drug manufacturing\, mobile phone applications\, DNA constructs\, and personal health appliances. Susan works with her clients to create their IP strategy and advise them on strategies to protect their innovations as they build their business. \nWe gratefully acknowledge the financial support of Innovate BC and the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Jobs\, Economic Development and Innovation. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-pathways-workshop/
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SUMMARY:How BC Startup Competitions Can Accelerate Your Growth
DESCRIPTION:Raising capital and gaining traction as an early-stage venture is challenging\, but the right startup competition can provide the exposure\, feedback\, and investor connections needed to move your business forward. \n​Join Accelerate Okanagan and New Ventures BC for an info session on two of BC’s top startup competitions: \n\nThe New Ventures BC Competition\, offering education sessions\, tailored mentorship and over $250\,000 in cash and prizes\nThe Okanagan Angel Summit provides capital-raising mentorship and exposure to investors\, with an investment of around $200k made into one venture\n\n​We’ll break down how each competition works\, how they complement each other\, and why participating in both can provide valuable insights\, connections\, and opportunities for growth. \n​Event Details:\nDate: March 10\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Accelerate Okanagan\n201 – 460 Doyle Ave\, Kelowna\, BC V1Y 0C2 (In-person only) \n​Agenda:\n4:30pm – Registration & Networking\n5:00pm – Info session begins\n5:30pm – Q&A session\n5:45pm – Wrap up \n___ \nA 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n​By signing up for this event\, you agree to be added to NVBC and Accelerate Okanagan marketing materials (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC or Accelerate Okanagan for marketing purposes. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/how-bc-startup-competitions-can-accelerate-your-growth/
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SUMMARY:2025 New Ventures BC Competition Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us online as we review the 25th annual New Ventures BC Competition competition process. \n​Event Details:\nDate: Tuesday\, March 11\, 2025\nTime: 4:30pm – 5:30pm\nLocation: Virtual \nApplications for the Competition are open until March 31st\, 2025 at 11:59pm PST. \n​​Throughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business\, and even perform better in the #NVBC2025 competition! \n___ \nA 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n​By signing up for this event\, you agree to be added to NVBC marketing materials (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/2025-new-ventures-bc-competition-info-session/
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SUMMARY:2025 New Ventures BC Competition Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we launch the 25th Annual New Ventures BC Competition\, the startup competition that has helped thousands of entrepreneurs launch their ideas into thriving businesses. \n​Access to funding and resources\, networking with the local tech community\, exclusive seminars with industry experts- that’s just the tip of the iceberg for how the New Ventures BC Competition can benefit your startup! Connect with past winners\, competitors\, and key members of BC’s startup ecosystem for an evening of networking\, inspiration\, and celebration. \n​​Panelists:\n​Adele Khavari and Kamyab Zandi from TIMEZYX (2024 First Place Winner) \nRayce Rossum and Todd Winship from yPilot (2024 Leap to the Cloud Prize Winner) \nAmanda Ackroyd and Mallory Flynn from insporos (2024 Innovate BC Woman-Led Venture Award Winner) \n​Moderator: Fernanda Whitaker (Director of Partnerships\, Innovate BC) \n  \n​Event Details:\nDate: Thursday\, March 27\, 2025\nTime: 4:00pm – 6:00pm\nLocation: Fasken Vancouver \n​Agenda:\n4:00pm – Registration\n4:30pm – Winners’ Panel Begins\n5:15pm – Networking\n5:45pm – Wrap-up \nThis event is free for all BC tech startups\, students\, and our  NVBC Community. \nApplications for the Competition are open until March 31st\, 2025 at 11:59pm PST. \n​​Throughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business\, and even perform better in the #NVBC2025 competition! \n___ \nA 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n​By signing up for this event\, you agree to be added to NVBC marketing materials (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/2025-new-ventures-bc-competition-kick-off/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250329T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250329T160000
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UID:32811-1743239700-1743264000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sprint
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow New Ventures BC Competitors and the BC tech community for a day packed with startup essentials! These education sessions are open to anyone interested in learning about building a tech startup\, even if you are not part of the Competition. The event is designed to help 2025 Competition entrants prepare for your Round 2 submissions\, due on April 22nd\, 2025. \n​Come for the whole day or stay for select seminars. Space is limited\, be sure to register in advance.\n​For those that can’t make it in person\, we will be offering a livestream of the event! More information for the livestream will be provided after registration. \nEvent Details \nDate: Saturday\, March 29\nTime: 9:15 AM to 4:00 PM\nLocation: UBC Robson Square (Room C400/420)\n800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, BC \nAgenda \n9:15 AM: Registration\n9:45 AM: Product/Market Fit (Lesley Duncan & Dave Thomas\, SFU VentureLabs)\n11:00 AM: Break\n11:15 AM: Introduction to Pricing for Innovation (Steven Forth\, Ibbaka)\n12:30 PM: Lunch Break\n1:15 PM: Financial Models (Sean Hodgins\, Tag Team IG)\n2:15 PM: Break\n2:30 PM: The Business Case: What an Angel Really Wants (Mike Volker\, VANTEC Angel Network)\n4:00 PM: End \n___ \nThis event is free for all BC tech startups\, students\, and our  NVBC Community. \nApplications for the Competition are open until March 31st\, 2025 at 11:59pm PST. \n​​Throughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business\, and even perform better in the #NVBC2025 competition! \n___ \nA 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n​By signing up for this event\, you agree to be added to NVBC marketing materials (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-sprint-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250318T210916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T210916Z
UID:32862-1743611400-1743618600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Sales and Marketing 101
DESCRIPTION:A 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n— \nThroughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \nWhat you’ll learn:\nEffective sales and marketing for start-up companies. \nSpeakers:\nRochelle Grayson\nPeter de Verteuil \nEvent Details:\nDate: April 2\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Funk Coffee Bar (Coal Harbour Boardroom) – 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver \nA livestream will also be available for virtual attendees. \n— \nButton Text\n  \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/sales-and-marketing-101/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250409T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250409T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250318T211830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T211830Z
UID:32868-1744216200-1744223400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Managing Your Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:  \nA 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n— \nThroughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\nTrademarks and patents can be daunting for the first-time entrepreneur. Do you need to go through registration? In what jurisdictions and when? What are the rules around the elements of intellectual property in Canada and beyond? Roger Kuypers and Nina Rajic will guide you on this process\, giving you the basics you need to better investigate your options. \nSpeakers:\nRoger Kuypers\, Partner\, Fasken\nNina Rajic\, Associate\, Fasken \nDetails:\nDate: April 9\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Fasken (Boardroom) – 550 Burrard St #2900\, Vancouver\, BC V6C 0A3 \nA livestream will also be available for virtual attendees. \n\nButton Text\n  \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-managing-your-ip/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250416T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250416T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250318T212103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T212103Z
UID:32870-1744821000-1744828200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Pitch & Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:A 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n— \nThroughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \nWhat you’ll learn:\nLearn how to create a compelling pitch deck through the power of storytelling. \nSpeaker:\nMichelle Sklar – Head of Marketing and Communications\, Innovation UBC \nDetails:\nDate: April 16\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Funk Coffee Bar (Coal Harbour Boardroom) – 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver \nA livestream will also be available for virtual attendees. \n— \nButton Text\n  \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-pitch-storytelling/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250423T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250423T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250328T175340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T175340Z
UID:32932-1745425800-1745433000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Funding Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:A 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n— \nThroughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \nWhat you’ll learn:\nAn overview on funding cycles\, data room structure\, and insights on starting your investment round. \nSpeaker:\nKeith Ippel – Spring Impact Capital\, Co-Founder & Co-CEO \nDetails:\nDate: Wednesday\, April 23rd\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Funk Coffee Bar (Coal Harbour Boardroom) – 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver \nA livestream will also be available for virtual attendees. \n— \nButton Text\n  \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-funding-fundamentals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250428T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250428T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250408T193549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T193549Z
UID:33037-1745857800-1745865000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Corporate Structure
DESCRIPTION:A 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2WSV). \n— \nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \n \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n \nJoin New Ventures BC and Fasken for a workshop on Corporate Structure. This seminar will address the initial corporate matters you need to consider in building your technology company. During this seminar\, you’ll get essential insights into corporate structure plus some Q&A time Geoff Pedlow from Fasken. \nSpeaker: \nGeoff Pedlow – Partner\, Fasken  \nDetails: \n \nDate: Monday\, April 28\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nIn-Person Location: Fasken – Vancouver Room B/C \n  \nButton Text\n  \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-corporate-structure/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250430T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250430T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250328T181320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T181320Z
UID:32936-1746030600-1746037800@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: HR & Recruitment for Startups
DESCRIPTION:A 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2WSV). \n— \nThroughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \nWhat you’ll learn:\nUnlock the secrets behind building a stellar team and attract top talent to your startup. \nSpeakers:\nMatthew Heiydt – Backstretch Recruitment Group\, Founder \nCharlyne Fothergill – Sova Operations\, Founder & Principal \nDetails:\nDate: Wednesday\, April 30th\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Funk Coffee Bar (Coal Harbour Boardroom) – 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver \nA livestream will also be available for virtual attendees. \n— \nButton Text\n  \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-hr-culture-for-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250507T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250422T192110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T192110Z
UID:33108-1746635400-1746642600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: The Mic is Always Live: Maximizing Your Conference Micro Moments
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nButton Text\n​\nA 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2WSV). \n​— \n​Throughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \n​What you’ll learn: \nGet ready for a dynamic afternoon designed to help you show up with confidence at Web Summit Vancouver. This interactive workshop blends improv-inspired role playing with practical media training to prepare founders for the spontaneous connections and high-profile encounters that occur at global tech conferences. \nLed by Rochelle Grayson (Co-Founder\, Circles of AI) and Ada Slivinski (Vice President\, Talk Shop Media)\, you’ll gain tools to sharpen your story\, build authentic connections\, and own the room—whether you’re chatting with investors\, international press\, or fellow founders. \nDue to the interactive nature of this event\, this workshop will be held in-person only. \n​Event Details:\nDate: May 7\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Funk Coffee Bar (Coal Harbour Boardroom) – 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver \nButton Text\n  \n​By signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-media-networking-strategies-an-interactive-workshop-for-web-summit-vancouver/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250514T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250514T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250422T192643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T101711Z
UID:33115-1747240200-1747247400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: AI for Customer Discovery: A Hands-On Workflow for Product-Focused Founders
DESCRIPTION:  \nButton Text\n  \nA 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2WSV). \n​— \n​Throughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \n​What you’ll learn:\nCurious how artificial intelligence can give your startup an edge—without needing a technical background? \nLearn how artificial intelligence can help you uncover what your customers really need. This hands on session is designed for founders focused on product development and validation. You will discover how to use ChatGPT to define customer personas\, create customized interview scripts\, and analyze AI generated transcripts to identify patterns and opportunities. Whether you are working toward product market fit or refining your value proposition\, this session will give you a practical repeatable workflow to strengthen your customer discovery process using AI. \nSpeaker:\nJames Rowe\nPresident & Lead Strategist\, Insightful Innovation \n​Details:\nDate: May 14\, 2025\nTime: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM\nLocation: Funk Coffee Bar (Coal Harbour Boardroom) – 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver \n​A livestream will also be available for virtual attendees. \n  \nButton Text\n  \n​By signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-operationalizing-ai-for-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250428T194226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T194226Z
UID:33200-1747753200-1747760400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Frictionless Data Rooms
DESCRIPTION:Button Text\n  \n​A 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2WSV). \n​Throughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \n​New Ventures BC is proud to be an official partner of Vancouver Startup Week 2025. This event is part of the VSW 2025 calendar and is offered for free to VSW All-Access Pass holders on a first come first served basis (limited number of seats.) If you would like to purchase a VSW All-Access Pass\, you can do so online at www.vanstartupweek.ca using our 20% off promo code: VSWxNVBC20 \n——– \nFRICTIONLESS DATA ROOMS \nJoin us in-person at FUNK Coffee Bar or online via Zoom \nWhat you’ll learn:\nMake it easy to invest in you. \nRaising pre-seed or seed capital in the next year? Whether you’re coming off your 25th NVBC competition exposure\, prepping for investor meetings at Web Summit\, or getting ready for your next funding round\, this session is for you.    \nJoin David Steinley (Founder\, Future Standard and Fractional CFO) for a focused\, 2-hour seminar where he’ll shine a light on the black box of due diligence and show you how to prepare a data room that helps you get to a “yes.” \nDavid will share the lessons he’s learned helping raise over $16M for early-stage startup companies in Western Canada. \n\nYou’ll leave with practical data room insights to make your due diligence process faster\, less stressful\, and more successful \nYou’ll learn what it means to be investable \nYou’ll learn how to build a data room and exactly what to include in it \nYou learn how a data room helps you move quickly through due diligence. \nYou’ll learn key principles to follow and red flags to avoid.   \n\nDetails:\nDate: Tuesday\, May 20\, 2025\nTime: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM\nLocation: Funk Coffee Bar (Coal Harbour Boardroom) – 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver \n  \nButton Text\n  \n— \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-frictionless-data-rooms/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
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UID:33094-1747830600-1747850400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:2025 IP Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a half day packed with sessions on AI and IP\, FTO strategies\, and real-world IP stories from startups and scaleups. Our keynote features Peter Gross\, Chief Intellectual Property Officer of Lucent Biosciences\, and we will be closing off the event with a Fireside Chat featuring the Minister of Jobs\, Economic Development\, and Innovation\, and the CEO of Innovate BC. \nWhether you’re building your first product or scaling fast\, you’ll leave with actionable IP strategies\, fresh perspective\, and connections that matter. Don’t miss this opportunity to protect what you’re building and fuel your growth with confidence. \nGet the insights you need to protect\, grow\, and scale your innovation.  \nWho should attend: \n\nStartup founders looking to protect their innovations and understand IP essentials.\n​Early-stage teams navigating product development and potential IP risks.\n​Ecosystem members that want to network with founders and experts around the topic of IP \n\n​Agenda to be released. \n​Can’t make it in person?\n​​Make sure to register for “Livestream Only” to gain access to the livestream on the day of the event! \n​Event Details:\n​Date: May 21\, 2025\nTime: 12:30 PM to 6:00 PM\nLocation: EY (19th Floor)\nThe Stack\, #1900 – 1133 Melville St Suite 1900\, Vancouver\, BC V6E 4E5 \n​​For any questions\, please reach out: programs@newventuresbc.com. \n​A Vancouver Startup Week event. For more information\, visit https://www.vanstartupweek.ca/ \n— \nButton Text\n  \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-summit-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250501T233408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T233408Z
UID:33255-1748268000-1748275200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: VCs Unpacked: How They Raise\, Invest\, and Evaluate
DESCRIPTION:Button Text\n​ \nThroughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \n​What you’ll learn: \nGetting ready to speak with VCs at Web Summit? Join us for an insider’s look into the venture capital lifecycle. This seminar dives deep into how VCs raise funds from LPs\, evaluate high-potential startups\, structure investments\, and navigate exits. \nJoin us online via Zoom or in-person at RBCx (Classroom 2 on the 36th Floor – 1055 W Georgia St\, Vancouver). \n​Speakers: \nVallen Li (VP\, Early Stage Banking\, RBCx) is VP at RBCx\, supporting early-stage founders in Vancouver area. With a background in engineering and hands-on product design experience\, he bridges technical innovation from idea to market. Vallen has a passion for entrepreneurship and enjoys working with founders to support their go to market and fundraising. Equipped with an MBA from UBC\, Vallen merges analytical rigour with strategic acumen to aid early-stage founders in securing capital and sharpening investor pitches. \nJason Yen (AVP\, Early Stage Banking\, RBCx) is with the banking team at RBCx\, supporting clients across Greater Vancouver with a focus of Vancouver Island and Interior BC. Previously\, he spent two years as an Associate with the RBCx Life Sciences team\, working with Series A+ life science companies. Prior to joining RBCx\, Jason held roles at Hootsuite and TD where he focused on supporting both enterprise and small business clients. Jason holds a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Systems from the University of British Columbia. \n  \n​Event Details:\nDate: May 26\, 2025\nTime: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM\nLocation: Classroom 2\, 36th fl. 1055 W. Georgia St. Vancouver\, BC V6E 3S5 \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/how-vcs-evaluate-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250605T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250512T222518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T222518Z
UID:33407-1749130200-1749137400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:IP Masterclass: Patent Preparation & Filing
DESCRIPTION:Streamline the patent process\, and learn how to save time and money when working with an IP Professional in filing a patent application. \n​Eligibility: \n​This workshop is intended for participants who have\, at minimum a basic knowledge of IP. Some examples of meeting this include\, but are not limited to\, completion of: \n\n​Stream 1: IP Certification Program\n​IP Pathways Program\n​Introduction to Intellectual Property Online Program \n\n​Please note that this workshop is open to participants located in British Columbia\, Yukon\, Northwest Territories\, and Nunavut. \n\n​If you are outside of these provinces and territories\, we invite you to participate in programming based in your location: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/elevateip/en\n\n​About our Speakers: \n​Houston Brown \n​Dr. Houston Brown is a registered patent agent (CA and US)\, a patented inventor\, and a published researcher. He’s won numerous intellectual property awards and is an active contributor to the profession through his work with Canada’s College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents. \n​Houston practiced at a top-ranked international law firm and then went “in house” with a leading global technology provider to deepen his knowledge of the business side of intellectual property. \nErika Murray \n​Dr. Erika J. Murray is a commercial technology and intellectual property lawyer with a PhD in engineering. She has practiced at top-ranked international IP firms and\, for the past five years\, has served as fractional in-house counsel\, providing strategic commercial contracting and IP legal advice to early-stage startups\, VC-backed high-growth companies\, and multinationals. Erika specializes in navigating IP risks\, drafting and negotiating complex contracts\, and driving commercialization strategies that position businesses across technology\, energy\, retail\, and advanced engineering sectors for success. \nPlease note this event is designed to help you with your IP strategy\, but it is not legal advice. \n\n  \nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-masterclass-patent-preparation-filing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250617T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T011918
CREATED:20250512T223100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T223100Z
UID:33410-1750167000-1750174200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:IP Masterclass: Partnership and Manufacturing Agreements
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to navigate the complexities of IP agreements with confidence? Whether you’re collaborating with partners\, licensing technology\, or safeguarding your innovations\, understanding the key steps and pitfalls is critical to success. \n​Join us for PART 2 of the agreements session\, where you’ll gain expert insights into partnership agreements and manufacturing agreements. \n​Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills\, learn from real-world case studies\, and empower your business collaborations. \n​Eligibility: \n​This workshop is intended for participants who have\, at minimum a basic knowledge of IP. Some examples of meeting this include\, but are not limited to\, completion of: \n\n​Stream 1: IP Certification Program\n​IP Pathways Program\n​Introduction to Intellectual Property Online Program \n\n​Please note that this workshop is open to participants located in British Columbia\, Yukon\, Northwest Territories\, and Nunavut. \n\n​If you are outside of these provinces and territories\, we invite you to participate in programming based in your location: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/elevateip/en\n\n​About our presenters: \nErika Murray \n​Dr. Erika J. Murray is a commercial technology and intellectual property lawyer with a PhD in engineering. She has practiced at top-ranked international IP firms and\, for the past five years\, has served as fractional in-house counsel\, providing strategic commercial contracting and IP legal advice to early-stage startups\, VC-backed high-growth companies\, and multinationals. Erika specializes in navigating IP risks\, drafting and negotiating complex contracts\, and driving commercialization strategies that position businesses across technology\, energy\, retail\, and advanced engineering sectors for success. \n​Houston Brown \n​Dr. Houston Brown is a registered patent agent (CA and US)\, a patented inventor\, and a published researcher. He’s won numerous intellectual property awards and is an active contributor to the profession through his work with Canada’s College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents. \n​Houston practiced at a top-ranked international law firm and then went “in house” with a leading global technology provider to deepen his knowledge of the business side of intellectual property. \nPlease note this event is designed to help you with your IP strategy\, but it is not legal advice. \n  \nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-masterclass-partnership-and-manufacturing-agreements/
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SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Snack & Learn: SR&ED
DESCRIPTION:A 2025 New Ventures BC Competition Event\nPresented by Innovate BC\, as a part of Road to Web Summit Vancouver (R2SWV). \n​Throughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \n​Part of the 2025 New Ventures BC Competition\, presented by Innovate BC \n​— \n​What you’ll learn: \n​EY Canada’s SR&ED team will review the Scientific Research & Experimental Development program and discuss how businesses can recover costs of R&D expenses\, regardless of their corporate structure or size\, through federal and provincial tax credits. \n​Learn how to determine whether you qualify for the SR&ED program and how to identify eligible expense activities and methods for claiming R&D expenses. The EY team will also share how SR&ED can bring value to your business – both as an operating capital opportunity and a way to positively position your company\, product and/or process with investors. \n​Speakers: \n​Jiyeon Witham and Samantha E Leung are Senior SR&ED Advisors with EY Canada on their “Business Tax Services (BTS) – Quantitative Services” team. \n​Details:\nDate: Tuesday\, June 24\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (Registration begins at 12:30pm)\nLocation: EY Vancouver (19th Floor – 1133 Melville St Suite 1900\, Vancouver\, BC V6E 4E5) \n​A livestream will also be available for virtual attendees. \n​— \n​By signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-sred/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T133000
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SUMMARY:IP Strategy Workshop for Startups
DESCRIPTION:​Is Intellectual Property critical for your startup? Are your potential investors asking about your IP Strategy? If so\, this workshop is for you. \n​Apply for this half-day workshop\, receive support from IP professionals\, and build several key pieces of your IP portfolio. In this workshop\, you will: \n\nCapture your IP Start Point\n​Build an IP Strategy that aligns with your Business Strategy\n​Outline an IP Action Plan\n​Receive exclusive access to a bespoke set of IP tools\n\n​Eligibility: \n​Registration is limited to 25 startups to ensure an individualized experience with direct access to our IP Professionals. \n*​Note: If you’ve attended a previous session\, this will contain the SAME content. \n​This workshop is intended for participants who have\, at minimum a basic knowledge of IP. Some examples of meeting this include\, but are not limited to\, completion of: \n​Stream 1: IP Certification Program\nStream 2-1 IP Mentorship\nIP Pathways Program\nIntroduction to Intellectual Property Online Program  \nCan’t attend this session? This workshop will also be offered on: \n\n​September 25th – Register here\n​December 11th – Register here\n\n​Please note that this workshop is open to participants located in British Columbia\, Yukon\, Northwest Territories\, and Nunavut. \n\n​If you are outside of these provinces and territories\, we invite you to participate in programming based in your location: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/elevateip/en\n\n​Additional Information: \n\n​This workshop uses a Miro Board. If you’re not familiar\, here’s a 3-minute explainer video to review in advance. (You are not required to sign up for a Miro account to attend this workshop).\n\n​About our presenter\, Houston Brown \n​Dr. Houston Brown is a registered patent agent (CA and US)\, a patented inventor\, and a published researcher. He’s won numerous intellectual property awards and is an active contributor to the profession through his work with Canada’s College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents. \n​Houston practiced at a top-ranked international law firm and then went “in house” with a leading global technology provider to deepen his knowledge of the business side of intellectual property. \nPlease note this event is designed to help you with your IP strategy\, but it is not legal advice. \n  \nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-strategy-workshop-for-startups/
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