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This is a supportive group where female entrepreneurs can meet to get to know each other and talk about how we can help each other.
Lets get together to network, share our ideas and experiences!
Upcoming events
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- CA$20.00

GTApreneurs June 3-2026 Downtown Toronto Business Networking Event
The Village Hive Eglinton - Coworking & Meeting Space, 120 Eglinton Avenue East, Toronto, ON, CAJoin us for a vibrant Business Networking Event in Toronto where you may meet your next client or referral partner. Discover opportunities and connect! Register now.
REGISTER HERE: https://gtapreneurs.com/networking-events-toronto
VENUE: The Village Hive Eglinton
ADDRESS: 120 Eglinton Ave E, 3rd floor event space, Toronto, ON
TRANSIT: Get off at Eglinton subway station, walk East down Eglinton a few minutes and you will find it on the north side of the street in a tall office building
PARKING: Parking garage in Loblaws building (entrance on Lilian Street)ITINERARY:
- 6:00-7:00pm: Open networking
- 7:00-7:05pm: GTApreneurs’ presentation
- 7:05-7:15pm: Venue Host presentation: Serene Chin, “The Power of Community in Entrepreneurship”
- 7:15-8:00pm: Open networking
*Appetizers and beverages provided.
TICKETS:
GTApreneurs' Referral Group, Exhibitor and Mega Networking Members: Free
Non-members: $20
*Includes a Guest Contact Sheet emailed to you the day after the event. Note: You need to attend the event to receive the sheet.HOSTS:
Tammy Defoe, President of GTApreneurs
Learn more about Tammy’s Coaching services at www.gtapreneurs.com/business-coaching-torontoQUESTIONS ABOUT THE EVENT? Call 416-522-7770 or email info@gtapreneurs.com
and
Serene Chin, Community Manager at The Village Hive Eglinton.
Serene is the friendly and dedicated Community Manager at The Village Hive’s Eglinton location in midtown Toronto. Serene brings a wealth of experience as an entrepreneur and mortgage broker, along with a passion for community. She founded one of the GTA’s first dog cake bakeries, blending her love for dogs with her entrepreneurial spirit. An active community leader with the Leitchcroft Community Association, Serene is always focused on building connections and supporting local businesses. Fluent in four languages and a volunteer with the Markham Dog Alliance, she brings warmth, enthusiasm, and a true connector’s spirit to The Hive.
CONTACT SERENE:
(647) 500-0980 | www.thevillagehive.ca/eglinton | info@eglintonhive.caView all of GTApreneurs events and services at www.gtapreneurs.com
We look forward to seeing you there!
25 attendees - CA$49.00

GTApreneurs BizX 2026 Business Expo and Conference – VIP Ticket
Hazelton Manor, 99 Peelar Road, Toronto, ON, CAYou are invited to an exciting mega networking bash! Join us on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 for GTApreneurs’ BizX 2026 Business Expo and Conference! We expect 300+ small business owners and entrepreneurs all looking to meet you and many others to do business together!
REGISTER HERE >> https://gtapreneurs.com/bizx-2026-business-expo
DOOR PRIZE RAFFLE: Bring your business card and drop it in the box for a chance to win a great prize.
BIZX 2026 BUSINESS EXPO CONTEST: Each time you visit an exhibitor, and exchange business cards (or exchange information electronically), they will put a sticker on your event map. Fill your map with a sticker from every exhibitor to win a prize. At the end of the day (4:30-5:00pm), we will announce Expo Contest winners as well as guest door prize winners and exhibitor draw winners.
VIP TICKET ITINERARY:
- 9:00-10:30am: Registration + Continental breakfast + Networking
- 10:30-10:45am: GTApreneurs welcoming presentation
- 10:45-11:00am: Platinum and Gold Sponsor Introductions
- 11:00-11:20am: Featured Speaker 1 presentation
- 11:20-11:40am: Featured Speaker 2 presentation
- 11:40-12:00pm: Featured Speaker 3 presentation
- 12:15-2:00pm: VIP Lunch (Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available)
- 12:30-4:15pm: BizX 2026 Expo
- 2:30-3:00pm: Featured Speaker 4 presentation
- 4:30-5:00pm: Awards ceremony >BizX 2026 Expo Contest winners, guest door prize draw, exhibitor draw > Great prizes to be won!
*Refreshments available all day – Coffee, tea, juice, pop, water
*Snacks available until 4:15pmVIP TICKETS:
- $59 regular or $49 until August 31, 2026
- Free for Mega, Exhibitor and Referral Group members
Not a member? Join us today >> https://gtapreneurs.com/business-networking-memberships
Book an exhibitor table at BizX 2026, click here >> https://gtapreneurs.com/product/bizx2026-business-expo-exhibitor
Sponsor BizX 2026, send us a message >> info@gtapreneurs.com
SPONSORED BY:
- Gorette Marques, Global Bricks Realty, www.gmarquesrealtor.com
- Sonia Kurmey, Arbonne, www.soniakurmey.arbonne.com
- Balbir Pabila, PPLSI~LegalShield, https://bkpabila.ladiesofjustice.ca
DISCLAIMERS
Event Photo and Video Disclaimer: By registering for and/or attending GTApreneurs (“Us” and “Our” and “We”) Events, you give Us consent to use your image and/or video for Our publications, advertising and/or other media activities (including the Internet).
Information Sharing: By registering for or attending a GTApreneurs networking event, you are agreeing to share your name, professional title, organization name, city, website (if given) and LinkedIn URL (if given) with the other event attendees who attend that event. If you indicate in your registration form that you give Us permission to share your phone number and/or your email address with the other event attendees, we will share the information you give Us permission to share. If you indicate in the registration form that you don’t give Us permission to share your phone number and/or your email address with the other attendees, We will not share it with the other attendees. GTApreneurs will never share your home address with anyone.
Event Guest Contact Sheet: If you don’t attend an event, you will not be given the guest contact sheet and your name or other information will not appear on the sheet.
50 attendees - CA$30.00

GTApreneurs BizX 2026 Business Expo and Conference – EXPO Ticket
Hazelton Manor, 99 Peelar Road, Toronto, ON, CAYou are invited to an exciting mega networking bash! Join us on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 for GTApreneurs’ BizX 2026 Business Expo and Conference! We expect 300+ small business owners and entrepreneurs all looking to meet you and many others to do business together!
REGISTER HERE >> https://gtapreneurs.com/bizx-2026-business-expo
DOOR PRIZE RAFFLE: Bring your business card and drop it in the box for a chance to win a great prize.
BIZX 2026 BUSINESS EXPO CONTEST: Each time you visit an exhibitor, and exchange business cards (or exchange information electronically), they will put a sticker on your event map. Fill your map with a sticker from every exhibitor to win a prize. At the end of the day (4:30-5:00pm), we will announce Expo Contest winners as well as guest door prize winners and exhibitor draw winners.
EXPO TICKET ITINERARY:
- 1:00-4:15pm: BizX 2026 Business Expo
- 2:30-3:00pm: Special Featured Speaker presentation
- 4:30-5:00pm: Awards ceremony – you may win a prize in BizX 2026 Expo Contest or our door prize raffle
Snacks and beverages provided from 1:00-4:15pm
EXPO TICKETS:
- Regular $39. Only $30 before August 31, 2026 (non-members)
- Mega, Exhibitor and Referral Group Members: Free
Not a member? Join us today >> https://gtapreneurs.com/business-networking-memberships
Book an exhibitor table at BizX 2026, click here >> https://gtapreneurs.com/product/bizx2026-business-expo-exhibitor
Sponsor BizX 2026, send us a message >> info@gtapreneurs.com
DISCLAIMERS
Event Photo and Video Disclaimer: By registering for and/or attending GTApreneurs (“Us” and “Our” and “We”) Events, you give Us consent to use your image and/or video for Our publications, advertising and/or other media activities (including the Internet).
Information Sharing: By registering for or attending a GTApreneurs networking event, you are agreeing to share your name, professional title, organization name, city, website (if given) and LinkedIn URL (if given) with the other event attendees who attend that event. If you indicate in your registration form that you give Us permission to share your phone number and/or your email address with the other event attendees, we will share the information you give Us permission to share. If you indicate in the registration form that you don’t give Us permission to share your phone number and/or your email address with the other attendees, We will not share it with the other attendees. GTApreneurs will never share your home address with anyone.
Event Guest Contact Sheet: If you don’t attend an event, you will not be given the guest contact sheet and your name or other information will not appear on the sheet.
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