VC 101 Masterclass with Osler, Yaletown and LOI

​Join us for an interactive VC 101 session designed for founders navigating the venture capital and fundraising landscape.

​This session will break down the fundamentals of venture capital financing, from the different forms of early-stage funding to how venture deals are structured. Drawing on perspectives from both the investor side and the legal side of venture transactions, the discussion will cover topics such as:

• ​How venture capital financing works

• ​Key funding instruments (SAFEs, convertible notes, common and preferred equity)

• ​How to think about valuation and dilution

• ​What founders should expect during a VC financing process

• ​Common mistakes founders make when raising capital

• ​How investors evaluate venture opportunities

​The goal for the session is to have an open dialogue, giving founders the opportunity to ask practical questions about fundraising, term sheets, and working with investors throughout.

​Whether you are preparing for your next fundraising round or simply want to better understand how raising capital works, this session will provide practical, founder-focused insights from professionals actively working in the venture ecosystem.