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SUMMARY:IP & Innovation: Insights From Local Tech Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Canadian companies are among the most innovative in the world. Those who leverage their intellectual property (IP) strategically are more likely to be successful\, expand and experience success. \n​Join us for IP & Innovation: Insights from Local Tech Leaders\, where founders and industry experts will share strategies for intellectual property protection\, fostering innovation\, and driving growth. \n​Speakers include: \n\n​Otis Perrick\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Secur3D\n​Roger Kuypers\, Partner\, Fasken\n​Chang Han\, Lead Entrepreneur in Residence\, entrepreneurship@ubc\n​AccelerateIP Programs Team Member\n\n​Agenda: \n\n​Doors open and networking (light refreshments provided)\n​Remarks on AccelerateIP\, a New Ventures BC program\n​In-depth panel discussion and Q&A\n​Networking continues\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\nFasken (Vancouver) \n\n\n\n\n550 Burrard St #2900\, Vancouver\, BC V6C 0A3\, Canada\n\n#2900\n\n\n \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-innovation-insights-from-local-tech-leaders/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231109T120000
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UID:31186-1699531200-1699536600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Tech Yukon: Intellectual Property Rights and Wrongs
DESCRIPTION:Rachel Burns and Angie Schick from AccelerateIP will discuss how this new program can help you understand the complex topic of Intellectual Property. AccelerateIP can help you protect\, manage\, and leverage your ideas and intellectual assets through education\, skills development\, and financial support. In addition\, Chang Han\, IP Executive in Residence for AccelerateIP\, will provide an overview of why IP matters and how it can be applied to your startup. \nFollowing the seminar\, the team will provide office hours at Northlight so attendees can stop by and chat or ask questions about IP and the program! More info coming soon. \n  \nThis presentation is brought to you by Tech Yukon\, partnering with NewVenturesBC on the AccelerateIP program. Tech Yukon is a non-profit organization that serves as a hub for technology and innovation in the Yukon by providing resources for entrepreneurs and building connections between businesses\, the government\, and the community. This is one of many excellent events offered as part of Yukon Innovation Week. \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/tech-yukon-intellectual-property-rights-and-wrongs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T133000
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UID:31128-1698235200-1698240600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Intellectual Property Strategy & Funding for Kootenay Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Is your business banking on your inventions\, brand\, design or other intellectual property as part of the value proposition and goodwill you are building? Are you proactively protecting those non-tangible assets? \n\nJoin us for this workshop and Q&A with IP Lawyers from Bereskin and Parr intellectual property law.  We will be covering IP fundamentals such as:  \n\nWhat kind of innovations can be protected?\n⁠Who owns the IP?\nWhat are the key differences between patent\, trademark\, designs\, trade secrets and copyright?\n⁠How do you make an IP strategy?\nDo you need to register your IP internationally?  \n⁠What’s the process\, cost and time commitment?\nHow does AI such as ChatGPT factor into my innovations?\nCan you access AccelerateIP or other IP grant funding to help you cover your IP strategy development and protection costs?\nHow can I collaborate with others and protect my IP?\n\nInstructor:\nName: Ainslie Parsons\, Joanna Ma and Noel Courage\nCompany: Bereskin & Parr LLP \nAinslie Parsons\, Joanna Ma and Noel Courage are partners at Bereskin & Parr LLP. They are all US and Canadian patent agents and Canadian lawyers. Ainslie and Joanna are also proud natives of B.C.\nAinslie will address life sciences patenting issues. Joanna Ma will focus on high tech. Noel Courage will address IP fundamentals and collaborations. \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/intellectual-property-strategy-funding-for-kootenay-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231012T124500
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UID:31116-1697112000-1697114700@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:AccelerateIP Info Session
DESCRIPTION:AccelerateIP is now open for applications! \nIP education\, mentorship\, and up to $85K in support to cover IP legal costs. Want to learn more? \nJoin our info session on Thursday\, October 12th\, 12:00-12:45pm* PDT.\nDiscover our program streams\, get application insights\, and ask the program team your questions! \n*Unable to attend that time? We’ll share the session recording with all registrants! \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/accelerateip-info-session/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231012
DTSTAMP:20260406T140838
CREATED:20230926T214724Z
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UID:31074-1696982400-1697068799@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Intellectual Property Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Innovators and Entrepreneurs!  \nDive into the world of Intellectual Property with Volition’s workshop series\, in partnership with New Ventures BC. \nWhat’s on the Agenda: \n\nExplore IP strategy’s business significance.\nExpand your professional network.\nGet expert IP insights.\nJoin focused discussions on IP challenges.\n\nWho is it for?\n Founders and Entrepreneurs in the Tech Sector \nDate and Location:\nOct 11\, 2023\, Downtown Vancouver\, (Venue details will be provided upon registration)  \n  \nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/intellectual-property-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231003T200000
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UID:31014-1696352400-1696363200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:23rd Annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards
DESCRIPTION:We’ve narrowed the field from 200+ competitors to just 10 finalists.  \nSee who’s taking home over $250\,000 in cash and prizes at this year’s New Ventures BC Competition Awards\, presented by Innovate BC! \nEvent details: \nThe 23rd Annual Awards will be a hybrid event – join via online stream or in-person at SFU Segal Business School \n\nTuesday\, October 3\, 2023 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm\nIn-person\, SFU Segal Building\, Founders Hall\, 1200-1500 Event Room\, 500 Granville St.\nOnline stream to link to be shared via email\n1 drink ticket & light appetizers provided\n\nButton Text\nLivestream registration available here
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/23rd-annual-new-ventures-bc-competition-awards/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230814T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230814T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T140838
CREATED:20230808T224024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T224024Z
UID:30703-1692009000-1692012600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Why your organization needs an IP strategy
DESCRIPTION:Having a strong\, tailored\, and evolving IP strategy is essential for your startup’s growth and success.  \nJoin our upcoming webinar\, in collaboration with the Digital Supercluster\, to learn about the importance of your IP strategy\, what to consider when building or refining it\, and how to take part in AccelerateIP\, a new federally funded program launching in fall 2023. \nWhat you’ll learn in this webinar: \n\nthe importance for organizations to have an IP strategy;\nkey considerations and practical guidelines for developing and implementing an IP strategy;\nthe necessity for evolving an organization’s IP strategy as its business evolves;\nhow an IP strategy increases your company’s value and positions you to better identify strategic opportunities\nan overview of three streams of AccelerateIP – Education\, Strategy and Implementation;\nthe AccelerateIP application process and collaborative network of accelerators\, incubators and tech organizations involved.\n\nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/why-your-organization-needs-an-ip-strategy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230801T013000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230801T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T140838
CREATED:20230531T150436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T150436Z
UID:30086-1690853400-1690914600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:NVBC Golf Tournament and Social
DESCRIPTION:Join New Ventures BC for a day out on the course at Riverway Golf Course in Burnaby. \nSign up as a foursome\, or as an individual (we will place you in a group). This is a casual\, social tournament and is open to all levels\, with Texas Scramble rules.  \nYour golf tournament fee includes a round of golf\, dinner\, and prizes. Power carts are available at the course for an additional fee. \n\nEarly “Birdie” Registration by July 17 – $130/person\nRegular Registration by July 24 – $145/person\n\nTee-times start at 1:30pm. You will be notified of your tee-time in advance. \n*Note: You can also register & pay directly with NVBC. Please email admin@newventuresbc.com to arrange payment by credit card or send e-transfer payment to admin@newventuresbc.com (and please include your name so we can track the payment). \nOnly 20 spots available\, please register early to save your spot! \nUpdate: This event is sold-out. We may add one more foursome – email us if you would be interested: contact[at]newventuresbc.com \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/nvbc-golf-tournament-and-social/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230718T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230718T133000
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CREATED:20230706T223403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T223403Z
UID:30424-1689683400-1689687000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Mitacs: Non-Dilutive Funding and Strategic Academic Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for specialized talent in high-tech fields or funding to advance your innovation agenda? Mitacs and Innovate BC have programs to help companies achieving these goals and help accessing talent\, funding\, and resources to accelerate technology development towards commercialization. \nMarcelo Mora\, Senior Advisor at Mitacs and Innovate BC will be speaking about non-dilutive funding opportunities from both Mitacs and Innovate BC available for Canadian companies. \nDetails: \nJuly 18\, 2023\, 12:30 –1:30pm\, online (zoom link will be provided before event) \nSpeaker: \nMarcelo Mora\, Senior Advisor\, Innovate BC + Mitacs \n  \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/mitacs-non-dilutive-funding-and-strategic-academic-partnerships/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230710T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230710T133000
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CREATED:20230626T202115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T202115Z
UID:30274-1688992200-1688995800@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:NVBC/Angel Forum Financials for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \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\, and even perform better in the #nvbc2023 competition! \nWhat you’ll learn \nIrene and Pieter Dorsman from the Angel Forum will walk you through the financial questions startups are often asked by investors and advisors. This session will help Round 3 companies to build a stronger submission in the New Ventures BC Competition\, and is also open to all startups. \nDetails: \nJuly 10\, 2023\, 12:30 –1:30pm\, online \nSpeakers: \nIrene Dorsman\, CEO & Director\, Angel Forum \nPieter Dorsman\, Director\, Angel Forum \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/nvbc-angel-forum-financials-for-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T140838
CREATED:20230619T190517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T190517Z
UID:30171-1687955400-1687960800@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:AccelerateIP and Campaigning Effectively at Major Events
DESCRIPTION:Join New Ventures BC\, Fasken\, and Venture Labs for an engaging Zoom session where we will introduce two new programs: AccelerateIP and SaaS North. Discover how these programs can propel your business forward and open up new opportunities for growth and success. \nProgram 1: AccelerateIP\nLearn about a new\, three year\, multi million dollar Federal Program to improve IP awareness\, and support IP strategy and implementation for tech startups in BC\, the Yukon\, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. \nGuest speakers: Rachel Burns and Angie Schick from New Ventures BC \n\nHear about the AccelerateIP streams\, program overview\, and delivery partners.\nLearn how to sign up for more information.\n\nFollowed by: \n\nA presentation: How early IP decisions help companies position themselves for sustained growth and investment.\nA fireside talk:  Roger Kuypers\, Fasken and Lesley Esford\, VentureLabs will discuss how to match IP initiatives with your company’s growth timeline and resources focus on Life Sciences.\n\nProgram 2: SaaS North in Ottawa (November 15-16\, 2023)\n\nVenture Labs is introducing a new program to optimize awareness\, marcom material\, partner opportunities\, and sales at targeted events with international attendees. \nWho’s it for? B2B software companies with existing customer revenue and dedicated personnel. \nWhat does it provide? A three month preparation program for a cohort of BC software companies with the resources to attend a quality event and work with advisors and mentors to optimize business development. \nReserve your spot and register \nWhen: June 28\, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM PT\nWhere: Online (the Zoom link will be sent out after you register)\nCost: Free. Registration is open to tech startups in BC\, Yukon\, Nunavut\, and Northwest Territories.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/accelerateip-and-campaigning-effectively-at-major-events/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230627T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230627T190000
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UID:30204-1687885200-1687892400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:NVBC Competition Round 3 Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Top 25 companies in our 23rd annual New Ventures BC Competition\, presented by Innovate BC will: \n\nGive a 1 minute lightning pitch.\nBe introduced to their assigned mentor team.\nGain insight on how to make the most of their mentorship experience from veteran NVBC Competition mentors and past Competition participants.\n\nLocation: RBCx\, 36th Floor\, 1055 West Georgia Street\nTime: 5:00-7:00pm\nLivestream available: If you aren’t able to join for the networking\, a Livestream will be available from 5:30-6:30pm. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/nvbc-competition-round-3-showcase/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230616T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230616T134500
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CREATED:20230531T141102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T141102Z
UID:30082-1686918600-1686923100@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Equity vs. Debt Financing for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \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\, and even perform better in the #nvbc2023 competition! \n  \nWhat you’ll learn: \nJoin us for a seminar led by Mathieu Apuzzo\, Managing Director & Group Lead at National Bank of Canada\, as he delves into equity and debt financing for startups. Discover the pros and cons of each option and gain valuable insights to make informed financial decisions for your business’s growth. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn while enjoying a delicious pizza lunch! \n  \nDetails: \nJune 16\, 2023\, 12:15pm – Registration\, 12:30pm-1:45pm – Seminar\, Fasken\, 2900 – 550 Burrard Street \nSpeaker: Mathieu Apuzzo\, Managing Director & Group Lead\, National Bank of Canada \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/equity-vs-debt-financing-for-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230607T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230607T133000
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CREATED:20230427T150244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T150244Z
UID:29958-1686141000-1686144600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar: All About Investor Profiles
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \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\, and even perform better in the #nvbc2023 competition! \nWhat you’ll learn: \nJoin speaker Brian Martin as he walks you through choosing your investors\, ownership and valuation\, reporting\, mentorship and growth\, the startup financing cycle\, and much more. \nDetails: \nJune 7\, 2023\, 12:30 – 1:30pm\, online \nSpeaker: \nBrian Martin\, Investment Director\, TELUS Ventures \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/all-about-investor-profiles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230531T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230531T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T140838
CREATED:20230419T132835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T132835Z
UID:29894-1685536200-1685539800@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar: Perfecting Your Fundraising Deck (Virtual Online Session / Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \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\, and even perform better in the #nvbc2023 competition! \n  \nWhat you’ll learn: \nYou probably already know that a well-crafted fundraising deck is essential when pitching to potential investors\, but do you know how to create one yet? Come listen to Laith Shukri\, Director\, Ecosystem Engagement at RBCx\, discuss the best practices to create a compelling pitch deck\, including showcasing your brand’s story\, identifying potential funders\, understanding what they’re looking for\, and getting people excited about your company. \nLaith will dive into various topics such as how to understand fund economics\, incorporate storytelling elements\, empathize with investors\, and how to leave a lasting impression based on your startup’s unique story. Come join this lively discussions where participation and questions are highly encouraged! \n  \nDetails: \nMay 31\, 2023\, 12:30-1:30pm\, Virtual Online Session / Webinar \n  \nSpeaker: \nLaith Shukri\, Director\, Ecosystem Engagement\, RBCx \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-perfecting-your-fundraising-deck/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230524T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230524T160000
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CREATED:20230425T155509Z
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UID:29942-1684944000-1684944000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar: SR&ED
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \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\, and even perform better in the #nvbc2023 competition! \nWhat you’ll learn: \nEY Canada’s SR&ED team will review the Scientific Research & Experimental Development program and discuss how businesses\, regardless of their corporate structure or size\, can recover costs of R&D expenses through federal and provincial tax credits. \nLearn how to determine whether you qualify for the SR&ED program and 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 process with investors. \nDetails: May 24\, 2023\, 3:45pm – registration\, 4:00-5:00pm – seminar \nSpeakers: \nTamara J Tarnowsky\, Manager\, SR&ED and Business Tax Incentives\, EY Canada \nDavid Ko\, Manager\, SR&ED and Business Tax Incentives\, EY Canada \nMo Mostafaei\, Senior Manager\, SR&ED and Business Tax Incentives\, EY Canada \nA livestream option is available. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-sred/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230506T163000
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UID:29889-1683363600-1683390600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Sprint Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \nThroughout 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 #nvbc2023 competition! \n  \nDay 2 of 2: 2023 Startup Sprint\nMay 6\, 2023 | 9:00am – 4:30pm | SFU Segal Graduate School of Business \nJoin New Ventures BC Competitors and the BC tech community at SFU Segal School of Business for a day packed with startup essentials! Come for the whole day or stay for select seminars. Space is limited\, be sure to register in advance. \n  \nAgenda: \n9am-9:30am: Registration open & welcome\n9:30am-11:00am: Funding Fundamentals \n11:15am-12:30pm: HR for Startups\n12:30-1:30pm Lunch Break  (bring your own or visit a nearby restaurant)\n1:30-3:00pm: Pitch & Presentation\n3:15-4:30pm: Sales & Marketing 101 \n  \nSpeakers: \nFunding Fundamentals – Keith Ippel\, Co-founder\, Spring Activator \nHR for Startups – Matthew Heiydt and Alison Fleischauer\, Partner\, BackStretch Recruitment Group  \nPitch & Presentation – Charlyne Fothergill\, HR Consultant & Startup Advisor\, Volition \nSales & Marketing 101 – Peter de Verteuil\, Executive in Residence\, and Rochelle Grayson\, Executive in Residence\, New Ventures BC \n  \n  \nUnable to attend in person? \nCatch the livestream here. We will also upload the replay afterwards. \n  \nThis event is free for startups\, competition participants\, students & NVBC Community (sponsors\, mentors & volunteers). For everyone else\, tickets are $20. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-sprint-day-2/
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SUMMARY:Startup Seminar: Corporate Structure
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \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\, and even perform better in the #nvbc2023 competition! \n  \nWhat you’ll learn: \nJoin New Ventures BC and Fasken for a workshop on Corporate Structure and Legal Agreements. This seminar will address the initial corporate matters you need to consider in building your technology company. \nDuring this seminar\, you’ll get essential insights into corporate structure plus some Q&A time from speakers Hardeep Gill\, Samuel Li and Geoff Pedlow of Fasken. \n  \nTopics covered include: \n\nInitial corporate structuring issues\nAllocating founders shares\nPreparing a financing plan\nSourcing seed capital\nAllocating stock options\nFinancing a new venture\nTaxes\n\n  \nDetails: \nMay 4\, 2023\, 3:45pm – Registration\, 4:00-5:30pm – Seminar\, Fasken\, 2900 – 550 Burrard Street \n  \nSpeakers: \n\nHardeep Gill\, Partner (Tax)\, Fasken\nSamuel Li\, Partner\, Fasken\nGeoff Pedlow\, Partner\, Fasken\n\n  \nCan’t make the event in person? A livestream will be available. Make sure you register below! \n  \n\n\nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/29784/
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SUMMARY:Startup Seminar: Managing Your Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2023 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \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\, and even perform better in the #nvbc2023 competition! \n  \nWhat you’ll learn: \nTrade-marks 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 Ling Wong will guide you on this process\, giving you the basics you need to better investigate your options. \n  \nDetails: April 19\, 2023\, 3:45pm – registration\, 4:00-5:30pm – seminar \n  \nSpeakers: \nRoger Kuypers\, Partner\, Fasken \nLing Wong\, IP Lawyer | Patent & Trademark Agent\, Fasken \n  \nCan’t make the event in person? Watch our livestream here. \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/managing-your-intellectual-property/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230415T170000
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SUMMARY:Startup Sprint Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Day 1 of 2: 2023 Startup Sprint\nApril 15\, 2023 | 9:00 – 5:00pm | SFU Segal Graduate School of Business \nJoin New Ventures BC Competitors and the BC tech community at SFU Segal School of Business for a day packed with startup essentials! Come for the whole day or stay for select seminars. Space is limited\, be sure to register in advance. \n  \nAgenda: \n9:00am – Registration \n9:30-11:00am – Product/Market Fit \n11:15am-12:30pm – Introduction to Pricing for Innovation \n12:30-1:30pm – Lunch break (bring your own or visit a nearby restaurant) \n1:30-2:15pm – Financial Models \n2:30-3:15pm – Government Funding Programs and Non-dilutive Funding \n3:30-5:00pm – The Business Case – What an Angel Really Wants \n  \nSpeakers: \n\nProduct/Market Fit – Dave Thomas\, Partner\, Rocket Builders & Lesley Duncan\, Operations Director\, SFU VentureLabs\nIntroduction to Pricing for Innovation – Ibbaka (speaker TBA)\nFinancial Models – Sean Hodgins\, CPA\, CA\, Co-Founder\, Tandem Innovation Group\nGovernment Funding Programs & Non-Dilutive Funding – Cynthia Shippam\, Industrial Technology Advisor\, NRC IRAP and Brianna Blaney\, Co-founder & CEO\, Pocketed\nThe Business Case – What an Angel Really Wants – Mike Volker\, Angel Investor & CEO\, WUTIF Capital\n\n  \nUnable to attend in person? \nWe will have a livestream available. \n  \nThis event is free for startups\, competition participants\, students & NVBC Community (sponsors\, mentors & volunteers). For everyone else\, tickets are $20. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-sprint-day-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230404T130000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with 2022’s Top Startups
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 4 @ 12PM PST \nEvery fall\, three B.C. startups take home the top prizes in North America’s largest startup competition: the New Ventures BC Competition\, presented by Innovate BC.  \nIn case you missed it\, in 2022 the coveted first\, second and third place spots were awarded to OVOU\, Beam Commerce\, and VoxCell Bioinnovation respectively.  \nJoin us during your lunch break for an intimate discussion with the founders of these winning companies who will share what they did to be successful and what pitfalls to avoid.  \n+ get some tips on being successful in the competition (applications are open!)\n \n  \nSpeakers: \n\nReza Varzidehkar\, Founder\, OVOU\nVarun Lundra\, Co-Founder\, Beam Commerce\nDr. Karlina Valente\, CEO/CSO/Founder\, VoxCell BioInnovation\nAngie Schick\, Executive Director\, New Ventures BC\nRaghwa Gopal\, President/CEO\, Innovate BC\n\n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/a-conversation-with-2022s-top-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230328T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230328T193000
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SUMMARY:Startup Seminar: Building a Fundable Startup & 2023 Kickoff Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 23rd annual Competition Kick off Seminar followed by an exciting evening of networking! Speak to industry leaders\, meet your fellow competitors\, and mingle with past participants. This event is free for all BC tech startups\, students\, and our NVBC Community. \nNot sure if you want to join the Competition? This is a great way to meet our community and decide if the Competition makes sense for your startup. \nAgenda: \n3:30pm – Seminar registration\n4:00-5:30pm – Seminar\n5:30-7:30pm – Kickoff Networking reception \n  \nSEMINAR \nBuilding a Fundable Startup: What Founders Need to Know \nThere are seven evergreen rules of building fundamentally fundable startups that all early-stage founders need to know. These rules allow ventures to raise at higher valuations\, raise faster and raise from the top investors. In good capital markets\, such as the last two years\, they were ‘nice to have’ but in a market climate like today\, these rules are a ‘must have’ for ventures to successfully raise seed capital. \nSpeaker: \n\nManinder Dhaliwal\, Managing Partner\, Startup Studio – Accelerator and Venture Fund. She is the founding chair of TiE Vancouver Angels\, and serves on the global steering committee for TiE Global Angels – the largest angel investor network in the world.\n\n  \nNETWORKING RECEPTION \nAfter Maninder’s presentation\, join us for our 2023 New Ventures BC Competition Kickoff Networking Event \nSpeak to industry leaders\, meet your fellow competitors\, and mingle with past participants. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/kick-off-seminar-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230320T140000
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SUMMARY:2023 Competition Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us online as we review this year’s competition process. \n2023 New Ventures BC Competition\, presented by Innovate BC\nEach year New Ventures BC runs the New Ventures BC Competition\, the largest and longest-running tech competition in BC\, offering education\, coaching and awarding $250\,000 and prizes to BC startups. Applications for the 23rd annual competition are now open until April 11th. \n\nSpeaker: Angie Schick\, Executive Director\, New Ventures BC Competition\, presented by Innovate BC \nButton Text\n  \n \n“What was really valuable to us as we were getting ready to raise for Pocketed\, is how the Competition forced us to think through a business plan and gave us the opportunity to go to market strategy…You get the opportunity to work with unbelievable mentors that really helped us think through the parts of our business plan that weren’t strong or places we weren’t sure how to tackle.”- Brianna Blaney\, CEO & Co-Founder of Pocketed\, Top 10 Finalist #NVBC2021
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/2023-competition-info-session/
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