This workshop is open to all. Graduate students: please register through GradProSkills. Everyone else can register on this page.

Learn the basics about patents and how to search for them. Patents are a form of intellectual property for protecting inventions. This workshop is aimed at providing a general overview of intellectual property and patents. What purpose do they serve? What does a patent look like? Where to search for patents? How does one file for a patent in Canada? This is an introductory session, as such, does not provide any specific advice on patent filing.

Join us in-person at the Visualization Studio of the Webster Library (LB-314) for an immersive experience using the interactive 9 metre display wall. Otherwise, you can also join online via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the basics of patents and its place in the intellectual property world
2. Recognize the importance of patent information for researchers, engineers, and entrepreneurs
3. Search and browse major platforms for patent information