Join us for a deep dive on a key startup topic: when to file patent applications. In a casual conversation, we will explore key concepts and strategies that inventors and startups should consider when building a patent portfolio to conserve scarce IP dollars. Why This Chat? In the tech world, every dollar counts. Hear from … Read more IP Speaker Series: Strategies on Patent Filing Timing
Presented by National Bank of Canada, and co-hosted with Vantec Angel Network. Join us for an exclusive evening dedicated to supporting and celebrating our vibrant BC tech ecosystem! The proceeds of your ticket will go to helping fuel the growth of the next stage of investor-ready startups in our community. This event will give you … Read more An Evening with BC’s Most Prominent Investors and This Year’s Most Promising Startups
Part of the 24th Annual New Ventures BC Competition Presented by Innovate BC We've narrowed the field from 200+ competitors to just 10 finalists. See who's taking home over $250,000 in cash and prizes at this year's New Ventures BC Competition Awards, presented by Innovate BC! Details: Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024 Event: 4:30 - … Read more 24th Annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards Ceremony
Part of the Discovery Foundation Indigenous Tech Founders Program Join us as we explore the intersection of investment and Indigenous entrepreneurship, while delving into the unique challenges faced by Indigenous founders to identify their ecosystem support needs. We'll discuss inclusive investment practices, such as diversity-focused funds and mentorship programs, and how investors can build genuine, … Read more Venture Readiness: Accessing Venture Capital
Part of the Discovery Foundation Indigenous Tech Founders Program Join us for an engaging and practical discussion about burnout and how it can affect the productivity, culture, and growth of your company. The rates of workplace burnout have soared since COVID-19. Entrepreneurs’ personalities, passion for their work, high levels of business uncertainty and stress, and … Read more What Every Startup Leader Needs To Know About Burnout For Themselves And Their Organization
Part of the Venture Acceleration Program This 4-hour Sales workshop focuses on all the core elements of a professional sales process. Whether you have prior sales experience, are brand new to sales, or are a startup founder looking to drive sales for your venture, this program can help you increase your sales results. Provided through … Read more B2B Sales Workshop
Interested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? Book a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer, Chang Han, during his virtual Office Hours! Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP, Chang is here to help you navigate your options. Please … Read more Office Hours with Chang Han
Join us for an in-depth discussion on the intersection of culture and IP law, and learn how founders can protect themselves in a Canadian IP landscape that is not always aligned with Traditional Knowledge. It's important for any founder to ask themselves, who can play and what are the rules? Why This Chat? What You’ll … Read more IP Speaker Series: Culture and Law
Intangible assets are now the bulk of a valuation for a company (more than tangible assets). And everything intangible is some form of IP. A successful IP strategy is a function of both creating IP value and avoiding IP risk. In this session, Emilie and Patrick will discuss the ways different IP rights create … Read more IP Strategy for the Growth and Scalability of your Startup – Partnered Event
This event is hosted by Tech Yukon in partnership with AccelerateIP. Note the timing is in PDT. Do you own the assets created using AI? Are there limitations to usage rights? Are they subject to any Creative Commons Licenses? AI is changing how to approach content generation. From text for books or poems, to images, … Read more Generative AI: Copyright and Ownership – Partnered Event
Tech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series returns on December 11! Join us as we welcome Danika Kotylak, a lawyer from Dentons’ Vancouver office, for an engaging discussion on Navigating IP in Merger and Acquisition Transactions. Enjoy breakfast while gaining expert insights on how to increase IP value, navigate transaction structures, ensure ownership clarity, manage licensing … Read more Tech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series
Looking to apply for AccelerateIP this year? Put your best application forward by joining our info session. You'll learn about: ● Intake dates for all Streams ● Program updates and eligibility requirements ● A better understanding of how the application process works ● Eligible activities and quotes There will also be: ● Time for Q&A … Read more AccelerateIP Info Session