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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T140000
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T173000
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UID:33390-1750944600-1750959000@www.newventuresbc.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T200000
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SUMMARY:Top 25 Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Round 3 is here! Join us for the annual Top 25 Networking Event\, where this year’s Top 25 ventures will be introduced to their dedicated mentoring teams. It’s also a chance for the NVBC community to reconnect over drinks and canapés. \n​Attendees will hear practical tips on maximizing the mentorship experience from Todd Winship of yPilot\, who took home the 2024 “Leap to the Cloud” $10\,000 prize for top SaaS startup. NVBC’s own Floyd Sijmons—our resident Jury and Mentor “Wrangler”—will also share insights into what makes for a strong and successful mentor-mentee relationship.” \n​Guests will receive a printed program featuring profiles of all Top 25 companies. Don’t miss your opportunity to meet BC’s next generation of tech innovators! \n​Details:\nDate: Thursday\, June 26\, 2025\nEvent: 5:30 – 8:00pm\nLocation: RBCx\, 36th Floor\, 1055 West Georgia Street \n​​A big thank you to RBCx\, our event sponsor for this event. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/top-25-networking-event-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250714T143000
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UID:33504-1752498000-1752503400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Financials for Startups
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:\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. \nSpeaker:\nIrene Dorsman\, CEO & Director\, Angel Forum\nPieter Dorsman\, Director\, Angel Forum \n​Details:\nDate: Monday\, July 14\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom \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-financials-for-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250721T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250721T203000
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SUMMARY:NVBC Golf Tournament and Social
DESCRIPTION:​Sold out! Waiting list available. \nJoin us and our community for a day out on the course at Riverway Golf Course in Burnaby. \n​Sign up as a foursome\, or as an individual. \n​This is a casual\, social tournament and is open to all levels\, with Texas Scramble rules. \n​Your golf tournament fee includes a round of golf\, dinner\, prizes and new for this year – 1/2 shared power cart. \n\nEarly “Birdie” Registration by July 4 – $160/person\nRegular Registration by July 11 – $175/person\n\n​Tee-times start at 1:30pm. You will be notified of your tee-time in advance. \n​Only 24 spots available\, please register early to save your spot! \n​*NOTE: Payment will be arranged through 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). \n  \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/nvbc-golf-tournament-and-social-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20250709T180640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T180640Z
UID:33595-1753275600-1753279200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:IP Speaker Series: Public Disclosures & IP rights
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive discussion exploring public disclosures and IP rights. In a casual conversation\, we will explore key concepts and strategies that startups should think about when planning for public disclosures. While marketing to the public is important to find customers\, investors\, and exposure for your company\, these public disclosures can have sever implications to your ability to gain IP protection. \n​Why This Chat? \n​In the startup world\, getting your story out is a core aspect of the startup journey. Fundraising\, finding customers\, and recruiting talent all require founders to share their story to explain how their product or services are differentiated from all their competitors to create a sustainable competitive advantage. Trade shows and conferences\, blogs\, and social media (and endless coffees) can all help build buzz for your startup; but these “public disclosures” can also create roadblocks to potential patent rights where “absolute novelty” is the requirement in many countries. \n​Hear from a leading IP practitioner on strategies he has used with his clients when building proper IP hygiene around public disclosures. Learn about key considerations that are crucial to protecting your rights and ensuring public disclosures don’t impede your company’s ability to gain broad patent protection. \n​What You’ll Gain: \n​● Insider Knowledge: Delve into some key concepts on how best to think about public disclosures and their impact on IP rights globally. \n​● Real-World Wisdom: Engage with firsthand stories and experiences on how leading technology companies and scale-ups leverage simple filing strategies to ensure they retain the right to file broad claims. \n​● Practical Takeaways: Discover strategies on how to take small\, easily digestible steps now that can save you money and headache in the future. \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— gather ’round the fire. \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​Presenters: \n​Miles Steininger (STEIN-in-Ger) – Miles has helped his clients stay independent and return over two billion dollars to investors. He has practiced intellectual property law as a patent agent and IP manager in startups\, medium-sized\, and multinational public companies\, as well as in private practice. Today\, Miles is a partner in Perpetual Motion Patents (PMP)\, of Burnaby\, where he focuses on crafting IP plans\, preparing and prosecuting patent applications\, and delivering IP education.  \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. \n​To learn more about how you can integrate IP into your business\, be sure to explore our offerings at AccelerateIP. \nButton Text
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-speaker-series-public-disclosures-ip-rights/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250814T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250814T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20250512T223754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T223754Z
UID:33413-1755178200-1755185400@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​​If you’re a startup looking to protect an invention with a high-quality patent asset\, this workshop is for you. In this session\, you will: \n\n​​build a comprehensive Invention Disclosure\ncraft a Plain-Language Patent Claim that defines your Invention\nsearch the Patent Literature and the Non-Patent Literature for points of comparison to your Invention\nevaluate your Invention using an Invention Scorecard\nprepare a Patent Drafting Work Package for your IP Service Provider\n\n​​Completing this Module before engaging your IP Service Provider with a Patent Drafting Mandate will ensure you’re able to play your role effectively and get the most from your investment. \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\nStream 1: IP Certification Program\n​​IP Pathways Program\nIntroduction 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. 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​​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. \nButton Text\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-masterclass-patent-prosecution-registration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250917T200000
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SUMMARY:2025 Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Discover BC’s Most Promising Startups at NVBC’s Demo Day\, presented by National Bank of Canada \nRegister Here\n  \nJoin us for a high-energy evening of innovation and connection. \nWatch companies from the Top 25 of this year’s NVBC Competition pitch their vision to a room full of investors\, industry leaders\, and fellow entrepreneurs from BC’s thriving tech startup community. Then\, explore their ideas up close through hands-on demos and showcase tables. \nThis invite-only event brings together our ecosystem partners\, active investors\, and media guests for an exceptional networking opportunity and a front-row seat to the future of BC tech. \nAre You an Investor? Attendance is by Application Only \nTo ensure a curated\, high-value experience for both founders and funders\, all investors are invited to apply via a short questionnaire. Capacity is limited. \nFree Admission + $100 Investor Insight Package \nAttendance to this event is free. For deeper engagement\, investors can purchase a $100 Investor Insight Package — a premium bundle designed to support due diligence and streamline connections. \nWhat’s included: \n\nDetailed investor pitch decks\n8-page company overviews from Round 3 of the NVBC Competition\, detailing each startup’s product or service\, competitive landscape\, business model\, team\, financial projections\, and more. A full list of questions covered can be found here\n60-second pitch videos\n\nPlus\, exclusive perks: \n\nPersonalized founder introductions\nPriority access and assistance booking 1:1 meetings\n\nApply now to attend Demo Day! \nWhy Attend as an Investor? \n\nConnect directly with the Top 25 startups from this year’s NVBC Competition\nBe among the first to invest in high-potential ventures\nNetwork with BC’s most exciting early-stage founders\n\nNot an Investor? \nIf you are not part of the investment community\, we invite you to attend our Awards Ceremony on October 1\, a celebration of BC’s top startups open to a broader audience. Stay tuned for details! \nRegister Here\n\nEvent Sponsor \n \nVenue Sponsor \n \n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/2025-demo-day/
LOCATION:11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs\, 555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250925T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250925T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20250512T204628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T165350Z
UID:33398-1758807000-1758821400@www.newventuresbc.com
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\nBuild 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​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 \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  \nRegister Here\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-strategy-workshop-for-startups-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20250911T174435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T164719Z
UID:34563-1759336200-1759348800@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:25th Annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:​ \nWe’ve narrowed the field from over 200 competitors to just 10 finalists! \n​Join us in celebrating BC’s best startups and see who’s taking home over $250\,000 in cash and prizes at the 25th Annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards\, presented by Innovate BC! \n​— \n​The 25th Annual Awards will be a hybrid event – join via online stream or in-person at the Stanley Park Pavilion \nDetails:\nDate: Wednesday\, October 1\, 2025\nEvent: 4:30 – 8:00pm (Awards start at 5:30pm)\nLocation: Stanley Park Pavilion – 610 Pipeline Rd\, Vancouver\, BC V6G 1Z4\n*Paid parking and public transit options are available for attendees.* \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/25th-annual-new-ventures-bc-competition-awards-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Stanley Park Pavilion\, 610 Pipeline Rd\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 1Z4\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251030T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251030T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20250819T202157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T165717Z
UID:34364-1761831000-1761838200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:IP Masterclass: IP Agreement Essentials - NDAs\, MTAs & Licensing
DESCRIPTION:​Ready to navigate the complexities of IP agreements with greater confidence? Whether you’re sharing prototypes\, exchanging confidential information\, or preparing to license your technology\, knowing how to protect your startups’ innovation is critical. \n​This session will guide you through the key learnings and help you avoid costly mistakes- in: \n\n\n​Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) \n\n\n​Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs) \n\n\n​Licensing Agreements \n\n\n​Learn from case studies\, sharpen your skills to spot risks\, and strengthen your approach to protecting your IP and confidentiality. \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\n​Stream 1: IP Certification Program \n\n\n​IP Pathways Program \n\n\n​Introduction to Intellectual Property Online Program \n\n\n​Please note that this workshop is open to participants located in British Columbia\, Yukon\, Northwest Territories\, and Nunavut. \n\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\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. \nRegister here\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-masterclass-ip-agreement-essentials-ndas-mtas-licensing/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20250819T203023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T171909Z
UID:34371-1764250200-1764257400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:IP Masterclass: Advanced IP Agreements - Partnership and Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:​ \nContinue your journey into IP agreements in practice through Part 2 of our “Agreements” series. \n​This session dives into the strategies\, risks\, and negotiation tips for: \n\n\n​Partnership Agreements \n\n\n​Manufacturing Agreements \n\n\n​Explore practical examples\, uncover common pitfalls\, and learn how to safeguard your business relationships for long-term success. \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\n​Stream 1: IP Certification Program \n\n\n​IP Pathways Program \n\n\n​Introduction to Intellectual Property Online Program \n\n\n​Please note that this workshop is open to participants located in British Columbia\, Yukon\, Northwest Territories\, and Nunavut. \n\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\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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-masterclass-advanced-ip-agreements-partnership-and-manufacturing/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20250512T221456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T172231Z
UID:33404-1765459800-1765474200@www.newventuresbc.com
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\n​Capture your IP Start Point\n​Build an IP Strategy that aligns with your Business Strategy\nOutline 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​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 \n​Please note that this workshop is open to participants located in British Columbia\, Yukon\, Northwest Territories\, and Nunavut. \n\n\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\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. \nRegister here\n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-strategy-workshop-for-startups-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260116T194413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T194251Z
UID:35033-1770741000-1770750000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Build In Public Night
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nBuilding a startup is isolating. You are constantly facing problems you’ve never seen before\, but you figure it out… sometimes taking days trying to hack together a solution. \n​Build in Public Night is your shortcut. Hosted by New Ventures BC and Althra. \n​We are bringing together venture-backed founders and veterans who have lived through the pain. They aren’t here to give generic advice; they are here to save you weeks of headaches by tackling your specific roadblocks: \n\n​Landing First Customers: How to land those elusive first champions.\nGTM Strategy: Crafting a roadmap that moves the needle.\n​Inbound Marketing: creating content engines that bring users to you.\n​10x Tech Stacks: The tools that let a small team output like a giant.\n​IP Strategy: Expert advice on protecting what you build.\n\nSpeakers include: \n\nAdam McKilligan\, Head of Sales at Multiple Venture Backed Startups\nLiam Ross\, Co-Founder of Withe\nSusan Tees\, IP Director @ New Ventures BC\n​Jenny Yue\, Co-Founder & CEO @ OHME!\n​Jayesh Parmar\, 4x Founder & EIR\n\nAgenda: \n​4:30pm – Doors open\n5:00pm – Fireside chat with Venture-backed Founders & Industry Experts\n5:20pm – Roundtables (15 minutes x 3)\n6:15pm – Networking \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/build-in-public-night/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260204T233714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T222455Z
UID:35124-1771848000-1771851600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:IP Speaker Series: IP Budgeting for Startups
DESCRIPTION:​Intellectual Property (IP) is often a startup’s most valuable asset—and its most unpredictable expense. Without a strategic roadmap\, legal fees and filing costs can spiral\, draining your runway before you’ve even scaled. \n​Join us for a workshop designed to strip away the complexity of IP budgeting. We’ll show you how to transform IP from an expense into a predictable\, strategic investment that fuels your startup’s growth. \nRegister\n\n\nWe will go over:\n– ​The Importance of Planning for IP Costs\n– Clarity on Legal and Business Goals\n– Creating a Good Budget\n– How to Sustain your Peace of Mind \n​Why You Should Join\n– Protect Your Runway: Stop overspending on unnecessary filings and learn to prioritize high-value assets.\n– ​Impress Investors: Show a sophisticated understanding of your asset management during due diligence.\n– Gain Predictability: Shift from “emergency legal bills” to a structured\, quarterly budget you can actually count on. \n\n\nSpeaker:\n​Susan Tees (IP Director at New Ventures BC) 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. Susan works with her clients to create their IP strategy and advise them on strategies to protect their innovations as they build their business. \n\n​\nTo learn more about how you can integrate IP into your business:\n– ​Register for one of our final 3 cohorts of IP Pathways\n– Explore our offerings at AccelerateIP
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-speaker-series-ip-budgeting-for-startups/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260223T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260213T020812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T031601Z
UID:35183-1771862400-1771869600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Product/Market Fit
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nJoin us for Product/Market Fit with Dave Thomas and Lesley Duncan as they take you through an interactive seminar focused on getting your business ready for market. \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Monday\, February 23\nTime: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 3:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: 11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs (555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver). \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes. \n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/product-market-fit-seminar-2026/
LOCATION:11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs\, 555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260225T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260211T232759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T031556Z
UID:35159-1772035200-1772037000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:2026 New Ventures BC Competition Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\n\nJoin us on Zoom for an overview of the 2026 New Ventures BC Competition. \nWe’ll walk through the application process\, key timelines\, and what to expect\, so you can feel confident heading into the competition. \nEvent Details\nDate: Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026\nTime: 4:00 – 4:30 PM (PT)\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom) \n📝 Competition applications close at 11:59 PM on March 12\, 2026. \n👉 Learn more about the 2026 New Ventures BC Competition here \n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/2026-new-ventures-bc-competition-info-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260213T181232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T183530Z
UID:35189-1772467200-1772474400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: The Business Case - What an Angel Really Wants
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nLearn how to build a compelling business case — and what angels are really looking for — from high-technology entrepreneur and angel investor Mike Volker. \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Monday\, March 2\nTime: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 3:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: 11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs (555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver). \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/what-an-angel-really-wants-seminar-2026/
LOCATION:11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs\, 555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260211T233450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T183611Z
UID:35164-1772557200-1772564400@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:2026 New Ventures BC Competition Kick-off
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nRegister Now\n  \nThe road to $250\,000 in prizes begins here. \nWe’re opening the doors to the 2026 New Ventures BC Competition with an inside look at what it takes to win. \nHear firsthand from last year’s Competition winners and finalists and network with ecosystem leaders—mentors\, investors\, and judges—who can help accelerate your growth. If you are looking to put your startup on the map\, this is your invitation to learn more about BC’s longest and largest running tech competition. \nEvent Schedule: \n\n5:00 PM: Registration & Networking\n5:30 PM: 2025 Competition Winners & Finalists Panel\n6:15 PM: Networking\n7:00 PM: Event ends\n\nCan’t make it in person? \nTune into the Panel virtually. The Zoom link will be provided in your registration confirmation email. \nPanelists: \n\nChirag Jadwhani\, PeerSupport.io (2nd Place Winner\, 2025 NVBC Competition)\nSamuel Berryman\, ImageCyte Technologies (Innovate BC Health & Life Sciences Prize and Top Science Award Winner\, 2025 NVBC Competition)\nAlisa Gagina\, Sigen AI (2025 NVBC Competition Top 10 Finalist)\nModerator: Fernanda Whitaker\, Innovate BC (Director of Partnerships)\n\nThis event is free for BC tech startups\, students\, and the NVBC community. \nReady to Compete? \nApply by 11:59 PM on Thursday\, March 12.\n​👉 Learn more about the 2026 New Ventures BC Competition here \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/2026-new-ventures-bc-competition-kick-off/
LOCATION:Fasken\, 550 Burrard St Suite 2900\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6C 0B3\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260213T181531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T183423Z
UID:35195-1773072000-1773079200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Introduction to Pricing for Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nHow do you choose the right pricing model for your venture? Steven Forth—serial entrepreneur\, marketing strategy and pricing consultant\, and angel investor\, shares practical insights to help you get it right. \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Monday\, March 9\nTime: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 3:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: 11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs (555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver). \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/introduction-to-pricing-for-innovation-seminar-2026/
LOCATION:11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs\, 555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260213T181857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T183459Z
UID:35198-1773676800-1773684000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Government Funding Programs & Financial Models for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nThis practical seminar is designed to help early-stage founders navigate funding opportunities and strengthen their financial foundations. \nDr. Cynthia Shippam will provide an overview of government funding programs available to startups\, along with key intellectual property considerations to keep in mind as your company grows. \nSean Hodgins will cover the fundamentals of building a sound financial model\, outlining the core components every founder should understand to make informed business decisions. \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Monday\, March 16\nTime: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 3:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: 11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs (555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver). \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/government-funding-programs-financial-models-for-startups-seminar-2026/
LOCATION:11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs\, 555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260304T182743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T183514Z
UID:35450-1773925200-1773936000@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:IP Pathways Certification Level 1 - Victoria\, BC
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nJoin us in Victoria for the final Island in-person session of IP Pathways! \nIP Pathways is an education series designed to equip startups and scale-ups with the fundamentals of intellectual property\, strategy\, and business growth. Whether you’re new to IP or looking to deepen your expertise\, this program will help you protect and leverage your innovations through expert-led sessions\, practical case studies\, and certification upon completion. \nThis session will be led by our Intellectual Property Director\, Susan Tees\, who will walk you through how to assess your IP\, avoid costly mistakes\, and turn your ideas into strategic business assets. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your IP strategy and connect with fellow founders on the Island! \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-pathways-certification-level-1-victoria-bc/
LOCATION:VIATEC\, 777 Fort St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1H2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260305T214754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T214915Z
UID:35463-1774278000-1774285200@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Managing Your IP
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\n​Trademarks 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 Dane Smith will guide you on this process\, giving you the basics you need to better investigate your options. \n​​Speakers:\nRoger Kuypers\, Partner\, Trademark Agent – Fasken\nDane Smith\, Counsel\, Patent Agent – Fasken \n​EVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Monday\, March 23\nTime: 3:00 – 5:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 2:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: Fasken (550 Burrard St Suite 2900\, Vancouver\, BC V6C 0B3) \n​​JOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes. \n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-managing-your-ip-2/
LOCATION:Fasken\, 550 Burrard St Suite 2900\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6C 0B3\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260330T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
CREATED:20260213T182108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T183339Z
UID:35201-1774886400-1774893600@www.newventuresbc.com
SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Sales & AI Marketing Tools for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nIn this session\, Peter de Verteuil (Executive-in-Residence\, New Ventures BC) will walk founders through a practical\, step-by-step framework for building a structured sales program—designed specifically for emerging technology companies ready to move beyond early adopters and into scalable growth. \nRochelle Grayson (Founder\, Mosaic Accelerator) will explore how startups can leverage today’s AI-powered marketing tools to work smarter\, streamline execution\, and accelerate customer acquisition. \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Monday\, March 30\nTime: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 3:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: 11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs (555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver). \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/sales-for-startups-seminar-2026/
LOCATION:11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs\, 555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Building Your Startup Team - HR & Recruitment Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\n  \nDiscover proven strategies to recruit\, hire\, and retain the talent your startup needs to succeed—featuring Matthew Heiydt (Founder BackStretch Recruitment Group) and Charlyne Fothergill (Founder & Principal\, Sova Operations). \nEVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Tuesday\, April 7\nTime: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 3:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: 11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs (555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver). \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes. \n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-building-your-startup-team-hr-recruitment-essentials/
LOCATION:11th Floor Concourse – SFU VentureLabs\, 555 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260413T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T010101
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SUMMARY:Startup Seminar Series: Corporate Structure
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\n​Setting up your company the right way matters. Join us for a practical seminar on corporate structure\, where Geoff Pedlow (Partner at Fasken) will walk founders through the key legal and structural decisions involved in building and scaling a technology company. The session includes time for live Q&A\, giving you the opportunity to gain clarity on the legal questions most relevant to your startup. \n​EVENT DETAILS:\nDate: Monday\, April 13\nTime: 3:00 – 5:00 PM\nRegistration opens at 2:40 PM for those attending in-person.\nVenue: Fasken (550 Burrard St Suite 2900\, Vancouver\, BC V6C 0B3) \nJOINING US ONLINE?\nThe Zoom link will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRegister Now\n\nThroughout the Spring\, New Ventures BC will host a series of events designed to give you the insights\, tools\, and resources you need to build and grow your business and set yourself up for success in the 2026 NVBC Competition. \n\n​By registering for this event\, you consent to receive email communications from New Ventures BC\, including our e-newsletter and updates about programs and events. You may unsubscribe at any time. By attending\, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken and used by New Ventures BC for marketing and promotional purposes. \n 
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/startup-seminar-series-corporate-structure-2/
LOCATION:Fasken\, 550 Burrard St Suite 2900\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6C 0B3\, Canada
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