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This 5-part series is an introduction to IP. ventureLAB’s experts cover everything you need to know before you file for IP protection, including: Identifying your business’ IP Why to protect your IP How to apply for IP protection Filing for…
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Intellectual Property 101: Filing for a Patent in Canada and Beyond
This article is the last in a 5-part series on protecting your intellectual property. ventureLAB’s experts cover everything you need to know before you file for IP protection. Check out other parts in the series: Patent protection is jurisdictional, which…
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As a startup, your bottom line is stretched thin enough. What you need is powerhouse tools and platforms that can accelerate your growth without overextending your funding. In this article, we explore five free tools that will help you with…
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Intellectual Property 101: Why Can’t I Talk About It? It’s My Invention
This article is the last in a 5-part series on protecting your intellectual property. ventureLAB’s experts cover everything you need to know before you file for IP protection. Check out other parts in the series: Given how rare new ideas…
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Intellectual Property Deep Dive: The four pillars of patentability
This article is the first in a 5-part series. ventureLAB’s experts cover everything you need to know when filing for IP protection. Over the next six weeks, we’ll release articles on the following topics. Sign up for our newsletter to…
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This series provides an in-depth look at different types of intellectual property. As a founder, once you’ve determined what types of Intellectual Property (IP) you need to protect, it’s important to understand the details and requirements of each. A concrete…
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A Life-Saving Pitch: How Pontosense Used Demo Day to Pitch Their Revolutionary Wireless Sensing Technology
Imagine a piece of technology that would let you know an elderly relative has fallen and is gravely injured; or that notified law enforcement if a child were left in a car on a blisteringly hot day. It’s the kind…
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The graduating Tech Undivided cohort includes women-led tech companies with breakthrough products from machine-learning driven customer service to AI-powered healthcare. Over the past 6 months, they’ve worked closely with industry experts, our Strategic Mentorship network, and investors to refine their…
Posted in Blog, Ottawa Business Excellence Feb 11, 20221,294 words | 4.5 minutesA young Ottawa company is using its Internet of Things outlets, switches and sensors to revolutionize industries — from ag-tech to elder care.A product that is on the…
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After a rigorous application process, ventureLAB is pleased to announce the members of the incoming Tech Undivided Cohort. Launched in 2019 with support of a $1.7-million investment through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), Tech Undivided…
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ventureLAB is proud to announce that we’ve been named on the 2021 list of Best Workplaces in Technology. We received this honour after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work®. The list is based on direct…
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We sat down with Alex Oosterveen, Caribou Founder and ventureLAB Alumni, to learn more about his goals for digital health. Caribou Rewards is an easy-to-implement tool that transforms care organizations' ability to recruit, retain, and recognize staff. Tell us about…
Posted in Blog, What's Happening Jan 31, 2022 1,342 words | 5 mins Entrepreneurship is no easy feat. Along with passion and purpose is the grit and grind of growing and scaling your business. So why not equip yourself with…
If technological progress is to be socially just and democratic, data engineers will have to reach beyond their typical pathways of learning into the social sciences and humanities, says author and professor Wendy Chun. Chun was the keynote speaker in…
Danielle Graham is an accomplished investor and consultant experienced in leading business transformation by designing and delivering innovative, long-term process improvements. We sat down with her to learn about the importance of making a good first impression with investors -…
As the global chip shortage continues to make headlines around the world and impact supply chain, production, and manufacturing in Canada, the time for action is now. Canada’s Semiconductor Council has published its industry report and recommendations, Roadmap to 2050:…
WINDSOR, ON., February 8, 2022 – The Ontario government is supporting an $18.5 million investment by auto parts manufacturer Ventra Group to help strengthen local manufacturing and Ontario’s automotive and domestic manufacturing sectors, while creating jobs, attracting investment to the…
Mentor like a cup of double espresso! Jennifer Pratt, founder and CEO of Seeding Square, is excited about her future, and the future of her two businesses under the company Contour Creations Inc. The Rhyze Up! program participant says…
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Episode 10 – Beyond Human Ability: AI Solution for Planning and Risk Management with Daisy Intelligence
This podcast can be heard by clicking the link to the original article Patrick McGuire (00:00) Hey, it’s Patrick. Before we start, at the time of this recording, we went through a bit of a name rebranding from RIC Centre…
Posted in Blog, Ottawa Business Excellence Feb 4, 2022 1,076 words | 3.5 minutes A $26.4 million USD acquisition in Kanata you say? Yes, we do. Ottawa’s tech industry is thriving and while Shopify might get all the glory, there…
TORONTO, Feb. 7, 2022 – Perch, the Toronto-based proptech company that seeks to help Canadians build wealth through real estate with its intuitive home ownership platform, announced today the launch of Pathfinder. The free web-based tool, accessible through desktop or…
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ventureLAB has been named one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures Special Section for 2021 by Waterstone Human Capital. This national program recognizes best-in-class Canadian organizations for fostering corporate cultures that enhance performance and help sustain a competitive advantage. This…
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ventureLAB’s Innovation Space plays a key role in empowering the tech community by providing tailored opportunities, perks, and benefits to companies looking for unique business solutions. Members of ventureLAB’s Innovation Space can develop, manufacture, test, and pilot services and products…
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Seneca College in collaboration with ventureLAB, will be hosting an interactive workshop to learn about two great programs, Applied Research and Work Integrated Learning.In the first part of the workshop, companies will learn about how they can accelerate innovation through…
(Sault Ste. Marie, ON February 10, 2022) – Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre (SSMIC) is supporting student learning at Sault College by establishing the SSM Innovation Centre IT Success Scholarship. This scholarship is available to students enrolled in their first…
Posted in Blog, Ottawa Business Excellence Feb 10, 2022455 words | 2 minutesLeonardo is one of the largest aerospace, defence and security companies in the world, and a trusted long-term partner of choice for governments, institutions, and business customers. Shavonne Hasfal-McIntosh talked to Francesco…