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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-11-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T140000
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SUMMARY:Why IP Strategy Matters for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:​Join AccelerateIP\, VIATEC\, and Dr. Houston Brown for a session on IP strategy and business growth. \n​This session will include: \n\n​Walkthrough of an in-house IP framework for startups and scaleups\n​How IP strategies differ from IP plans\n​Review of key IP assets and why they matter to business strategy\n​Discussion of patents and having an investment grade patent\n​Considerations on IP value vs. IP risk\n\n​Details:\n​Date: Thursday\, November 7th\nTime: 2:00pm – 4:00pm PST\nLocation: 777 Fort St\, Victoria\, BC V8W 1G9 \n\nAbout the presenter: ​Houston Brown\, PhD \n\nDr. 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. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/why-ip-strategy-matters-for-business-growth/
LOCATION:VIATEC\, 777 Fort St.\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1G9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241106T160000
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SUMMARY:IP Town Hall | Accelerate Okanagan
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: November 6th 4-6 PM (doors open at 3:30)\nLocation: HQ Boardroom at AO\nTickets: Free (Includes pizza & beer!) \nNavigating the complexities of Intellectual Property (IP) protection is crucial at every stage of your company’s journey—from idea validation to scaling and beyond. Whether you’re trying to safeguard your innovations\, prepare for fundraising\, or secure your product in international markets\, understanding the legal landscape can help you make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes. \nCome ready with your questions! This workshop will be interactive\, allowing attendees to ask questions\, share their experiences\, and engage in direct discussions with the legal experts from Lawson Lundell LLP\, who specialize in commercialization\, patent\, and trademark law. This free session is designed for tech founders\, providing actionable insights and real-time advice in an interactive format. This session is hosted by Accelerate Okanagan\, in partnership with AccelerateIP. \n\nOn the Panellists: \n\nPaul Matthews – Partner\, Engineer & Technology Commercialization Lawyer\nCarolyn Walters – Trademark Agent\nRick Okimaw – Partner\, Engineer\, and Patent Agent\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nInteractive Town Hall: This isn’t a lecture—it’s your opportunity to ask the tough questions that matter to your startup. Our panelists will tackle everything from protecting early-stage ideas to managing IP while fundraising or expanding globally.\nPizza & Networking: Enjoy some pizza while connecting with fellow founders and professionals in the tech and legal industries.\nQ&A Session: Have specific IP concerns? Bring your questions to the table! Whether you’re unsure about protecting your MVP\, using third-party platforms\, or preparing for investor pitches\, our panel is here to help.\n\n\nCommon Topics We’ll Cover: \n\nHow to protect your IP during the idea validation stage\nWhen and how to file patents as you go to market\nNavigating IP concerns during fundraising and due diligence\nManaging IP when hiring employees\, contractors\, or expanding internationally\n\n\nWho Should Attend: \nThis workshop is ideal for founders at all stages—from early-stage startups to growth-focused companies. Don’t miss this chance to learn from some of the best in the industry and ensure your IP is fully protected as you scale. \nThis event will be hosted in-person at Accelerate Okanagan’s Kelowna Office in the Situation Room Boardroom. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/ip-town-hall-accelerate-okanagan/
LOCATION:Accelerate Okanagan\, 460 Doyle Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y0C2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T110000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-11-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241025T153000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-10-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241023T103000
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SUMMARY:Tech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nTech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series\, is back on October 23. We welcome Gowling WLG’s Associate\, Anika Klassen\, to discuss trade secrets. This session will cover how to effectively manage and protect your company’s confidential know-how through every stage of the business lifecycle. Attendees will have a chance to ask questions at the end of the short presentation. \nWhen: October 23rd @ 9:30 – 10:30 AM PST\nWhere: VentureLabs office\, 12th floor kitchen (1200 – 555 W Hastings St\, Vancouver)\nWho: Science and technology company founders/leaders\, AccelerateIP clients\nFormat: In person – Registration required \nThe series is a partnership between SFU VentureLabs and AccelerateIP\, and includes a light breakfast limited to the first 30 attendees. \nAbout the speaker: Anika Klassen \n\nAnika Klassen is an associate in Gowling WLG’s Vancouver office working in the firm’s Intellectual Property Department and as a member of the Tech Group. Her practice focuses on technology commercial transactions\, licensing and commercial contracts.\nIn particular\, Anika advises clients on the acquisition\, commercialization and enforcement of intellectual property rights throughout the business lifecycle.\nWhile studying law at the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia\, Anika participated in the Richards Buell Sutton LLP Business Law Clinic and the UBC Law Review. She also served as President of the Women’s Caucus and Co-President of the Allard Law and Business Society. Before law school\, Anika completed her Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University. \nAbout Tech & Toast: A VentureLabs Breakfast Series\nWe bring the experts\, pastries\, and coffee to Tech & Toast so that founders can connect and learn from subject matter experts. This monthly in-person event will feature topics like IP\, customer discovery\, competitor analysis\, etc. Join Tech & Toast to connect with other science and tech founders\, meet with experts\, and gain insights to grow your company. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/tech-toast-a-venturelabs-breakfast-series/
LOCATION:SFU Venture Labs\, 555 W Hastings St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-10-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241011T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241011T153000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-10-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T153000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-10-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T103000
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SUMMARY:What is patentable in the software space?
DESCRIPTION:Code is copyright and a lot of modern development in software is reliant on open-sourced code/libraries or dependant on API integrations with terms and conditions. Amidst all that\, if you’re building a software solution\, what then is patentable? \nThis workshop will look into area of software patents and what can and cannot be protected when it comes to software related inventions. The current state of the law on this topic around the world will be explored and in particular\, the treatment of such inventions in Canada\, the US and Europe. Different strategies on how to protect software inventions with patents and to increase value for you software company will be discussed. \nAbout the Speaker from DLA Piper (Canada) LLP \n \nRichard Mar\, Partner \nRichard assists clients with patentability and infringement opinions\, drafting licensing agreements\, and ‎enforcing intellectual property rights\, which includes drafting and prosecuting patent applications and ‎developing a global patent filing strategy for clients in a wide variety of technology areas including computer software and hardware\, artificial intelligence\, financial technologies (business methods/blockchain)\, virtualization technology\, electrical products and integrated circuits\, semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes\, medical devices\, and mechanical fields. \nHe has drafted hundreds of patent applications for ‎clients ranging from sole inventors to large multinational corporations with well-established patent ‎programs. He also has experience in assisting clients with enforcement of their intellectual property rights ‎in Canada and internationally. Richard is also an active member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC). He is an instructor for ‎IPIC’s Patent Agent Training Course and trains the next generation of patent agents. \nThis event is hosted in partnership with Tech Yukon.\nPlease note the event timing is in PDT. \nRegister Here!\n 
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/what-is-patentable-in-the-software-space/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T153000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-09-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-09-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-09-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240906T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-09-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240830T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240830T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-08-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
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UID:10000074-1724410800-1724427000@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-08-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240816T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000073-1723806000-1723822200@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-08-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240806T230807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T231906Z
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SUMMARY:IP Speaker Series: Strategies on patent focus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive on a key startup topic: how to focus your patent application. In a casual conversation\, we will explore key concepts and strategies that startups should consider with their lawyers when designing a set of patent claims. \nRegister on Luma \n​Why this chat?\n​In the patent world\, an issued patent is defined by its set of claims. With limited budgets\, there needs to be a clear objective from a patenting strategy. A patent doesn’t give you the right to build or sell your invention\, only stop someone else from doing so. The reason for patenting may change your patent filing strategy. \n​Hear from a leading patent practitioner on strategies he uses with his clients on how to best focus a set of patent claims. Key considerations will be discussed including how broad to claim (the scope)\, decisions around market opportunities to work a patent\, and the best claim types to match your patent filing strategy. Come listen to practical advice every IP-focused startup should know. \n​What you’ll gain:\n\n​Insider Knowledge: Delve into some key concepts around how to focus your patent claims to match your strategy\, including key sector-specific considerations for life science and software applications.\n​Real-World Wisdom: Engage with firsthand stories and experiences on how leading technology companies and scale-ups think about filing strategies.\n​Practical Takeaways: Discover strategies on how to stretch your IP dollars to ensure you are getting the best return for every IP dollar.\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\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. \nRegister on Luma \n​Presenters\n​Roch Ripley \nRoch Ripley is a partner at Gowling WLG and the head of the Vancouver office’s Intellectual Property Department. He focuses his practice on providing IP advice\, patent drafting and prosecution\, and tech commercialization. \n​His patent prosecution practice covers multiple tech-related sectors\, in particular AI\, electronic hardware\, firmware/software and clean tech. Roch employs a strategic approach to the procurement and commercialization of IP rights – whether helping SMEs position themselves for investment/acquisition or assisting larger companies establish portfolios that can be asserted offensively or deployed defensively. \nHe is highly skilled in drafting and obtaining patents and leading IP-related due diligence and negotiations for transactions where IP is a driver. A Registered Patent Agent in the US and Canada\, Roch combines his legal background with his degree in electronics engineering to prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients in the US\, Europe\, Asia and Canada. He frequently assists foreign attorneys file patent and design applications in Canada. \nRecognized in IAM Patent 1000\, The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory\, The Best Lawyers in Canada and named an Acritas Star from 2018 to 2020\, Roch received the Best Lawyers 2023 Intellectual Property Law “Lawyer of the Year” award in Vancouver. \n​Byron Thom (moderator) \nByron 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.
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/ip-speaker-series-strategies-on-patent-focus/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240809T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-08-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240802T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000071-1722596400-1722612600@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-08-02/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240726T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000070-1721991600-1722007800@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-07-26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240715T200450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T220528Z
UID:10000051-1721826000-1721829600@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:IP Speaker Series: Strategies on Patent Filing Timing
DESCRIPTION: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. \n​Why This Chat? \n​In the tech world\, every dollar counts. Hear from some of the leading patent practitioners on strategies they use with their clients to build their portfolios wisely\, while still obtaining broad protections. From ensuring utility and disclosure requirements are satisfied to strategic use of provisional\, International PCT\, divisional\, and continuation applications to best practices on claiming priority in foreign jurisdictions\, come listen to practical advice every IP-focused startup should know. \n​What You’ll Gain: \n\n​Insider Knowledge: Delve into some key concepts around how to best allocate filing dollars and key sector-specific considerations including life science and software applications.\n​Real-World Wisdom: Engage with firsthand stories and experiences on how leading technology companies and scale-ups think about filing strategies.\n​Practical Takeaways: Discover strategies on how to stretch your IP dollars to ensure you are getting the best return for every IP dollar.\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\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​Joanna Ma – Joanna Ma is an intellectual property (IP) strategist and patent lawyer at Bereskin & Parr LLP. She offers her clients strategic advice on developing and growing IP portfolios that are aligned with their business opportunities and goals. Joanna also assists her clients with commercializing and monetizing these IP rights\, and with developing a balanced approach to the enforcement of their IP rights. \n​Ainslie Parsons – Ainslie is a partner with Bereskin & Parr LLP and a member of the Life Sciences practice group. Ainslie’s practice focuses on drafting and prosecution of patent applications related to life sciences matters\, including biologics\, diagnostics\, plants and plant technology\, biotechnology\, food and pharmaceuticals. She also advises on patent issues such as validity\, infringement and freedom to operate and has expertise in IP licensing. \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  \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/ip-speaker-series-strategies-on-patent-filing-timing/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000069-1721386800-1721403000@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-07-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240712T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000068-1720782000-1720798200@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-07-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240705T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240705T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000067-1720177200-1720193400@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-07-05/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000066-1719572400-1719588600@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-06-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240625T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240617T174508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T185152Z
UID:10000041-1719320400-1719338400@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Intellectual Property for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:​ \nJoin New Ventures BC and Innovate BC on June 25th for a half-day of learning\, discussions\, and networking alongside industry experts to elevate your company’s intellectual property (IP) strategy. \n​Learn more about BC’s IP Strategy here. \nWho should attend?\nIP for Business Growth is a half-day conference designed for companies and founders that:\n– Have an existing understanding of intellectual property and are looking to level up their IP and business strategies.\n– ​Have market traction on their business and/or product\n– ​Want to network with founders and experts around the topic of IP \n Agenda:\n1:00pm: Registration\n1:30pm: Welcome remarks\n1:35pm: Education Session: Moving IP Knowledge In-house with Houston Brown\, In-house IP\n2:30pm: Company IP Case Studies (companies to be announced shortly)\n3:30pm: Panel: How to Monetize IP as your Company Grows\, curated by Garibaldi Capital and SFU Venture Labs\n4:30pm: Closing Fireside Chat with Hon. Brenda Bailey\, Minister of Jobs\, Economic Development and Innovation\, and Peter Cowan\, CEO\, Innovate BC\n4:45pm: Networking reception + legal expert office hour sessions \n​Stay tuned for more details! \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​Details:\nDate: June 25\, 2024\nTime: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM\nLocation: SFU Venture Labs (11th Floor Concourse)\n555 W Hastings St\, 11th floor\, Vancouver\, BC V6B 4N6 \n[divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][nectar_cta btn_style=”arrow-animation” heading_tag=”h6″ border_radius=”25″ button_color=”extra-color-gradient-1″ button_color_hover=”#ffc62d” text_color=”#ffffff” text_color_hover=”#000000″ button_border_thickness=”0px” link_type=”new_tab” alignment=”left” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” constrain_group_3=”yes” constrain_group_4=”yes” display=”block” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit” link_text=”REGISTER NOW” url=”https://lu.ma/q886xc5p” padding_top=”15″ padding_bottom=”15″ padding_left=”15″ padding_right=”15″]\n\n\n​\n\n\n​For any questions\, please reach out: programs@newventuresbc.com. \n​​— \n​By signing up for this event\, you agree to be added to the NVBC and Innovate BC e-newsletters (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC and Innovate BC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/intellectual-property-for-business-growth/
LOCATION:SFU Venture Labs\, 555 W Hastings St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 4N6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240621T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000065-1718967600-1718983800@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-06-21/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000064-1718362800-1718379000@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-06-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240607T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T154511
CREATED:20240118T045351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T165132Z
UID:10000063-1717758000-1717774200@www.accelerateip.ca
SUMMARY:Office Hours with Chang Han
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nInterested in AccelerateIP but not sure which stream suits you best? \nBook a time with our IP Executive in Residence and former IP Lawyer\, Chang Han\, during his virtual Office Hours! \n​Whether you have questions about the right program or need guidance on AccelerateIP\, Chang is here to help you navigate your options.\n​\nPlease note\, this isn’t legal advice but a chance to explore your opportunities within our programs. \nTimes available for booking on April 5th – times between 11AM to 3:30PM \n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.accelerateip.ca/event/office-hours-with-chang-han-5/2024-06-07/
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