CIPO Lunch & Learn: IP 101 — Copyrights, Patents & Trademarks

Hosted by Elizabeth Collinson, Intellectual Property Advisor, CIPO

Your ideas are valuable—protecting them is essential. Understanding intellectual property (IP) empowers you to safeguard your brand, your creations, and your competitive advantage.

Join Elizabeth Collinson from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) for a practical overview of IP fundamentals tailored for entrepreneurs. Learn how to protect what you’ve built and avoid common pitfalls along the way.

What you’ll gain:

• A clear breakdown of IP types—copyrights, patents, and trademarks—and how they apply to your business

• Guidance on when and how to protect your creative, innovative, and brand assets

• Insight into common IP mistakes and how to avoid them

Open to ADAAWE members. Gain the knowledge and tools to protect your business and fuel long-term success.