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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T160000
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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260330T160000
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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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