After Work Networking Toronto

Sunday Brunch. Founders Connect.

**Join a private Sunday brunch bringing together founders, executives, investors, and business leaders from across Toronto. Build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and enjoy thoughtful conversations in a relaxed setting over brunch at Opal Lounge.** **Great businesses often begin with the right conversation.** **Founders Connect is a curated Sunday brunch created for entrepreneurs who value strong relationships, practical insights, and high quality conversations. This gathering brings together a select group of Toronto's founders, operators, investors, and professionals for an afternoon focused on genuine connections, not crowded networking.** **Whether you are building your first company, scaling an established business, investing in the next generation of founders, or expanding your professional network, this brunch offers the opportunity to meet people who are actively shaping Toronto's business community.** **Expect thoughtful introductions, engaging discussions, and an environment where meaningful conversations happen naturally.** **What to expect** **• Curated networking with founders, executives, investors, and entrepreneurs** **• High quality conversations in an intimate setting** **• Opportunities to exchange ideas, partnerships, and referrals** **• A relaxed Sunday brunch experience with exceptional food and atmosphere** **• A community built around long term professional relationships** **Event Details** **Date: Sunday** **Venue: Opal Lounge** **Address: 124 Danforth Avenue, Toronto** **Attendance is intentionally limited to maintain the quality of conversations and networking opportunities.** **Seats are limited to preserve an intimate networking experience.** **Reserve your seat early.** **We look forward to welcoming you to the table.**

After Work Social Mixer

General Business Networking - Trinity-Bellwoods

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Toronto's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM(feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for Paypal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

Fast Friending - New Connections! (25-45/Ice Breakers)

GTApreneurs August 5-2026 Toronto Business Networking Event

F*ck the Small Talk #4 🎲

**\* RSVP ≠ a ticket. Click the link below to confirm your spot \*** **[🎟️ Sign up here to grab your ticket 🎟️](https://luma.com/ftst4toronto)** Viewing this on your phone and can't click the link? Go to the comments and click the link posted in there! **📦 WHAT'S THIS ABOUT?** ​F\*ck the Small Talk is an out-of-the-box social experience where strangers come together for an evening of meaningful, fun, and deep conversation. It’s also just a different & cool way of meeting new people by **getting out of your comfort zone** and **skipping the small talk!** ​ Join us for an evening of games, talks, and connections with friends you haven’t met yet. Join if you get **annoyed after being asked what you do**, **where** **you** **are** **from**, and how long you have been in Toronto, every single time you meet someone. If you feel that there are better questions in life then this is the place for you. 🙌 **📓 HOW DOES IT WORK?** ​We start with a short and sweet intro talk followed by a few light-hearted group games to warm up. After that, we split you up into small groups and start some **conversation** **rounds** (3–4 people per group). ​We have awesome **question** **cards** that will guide the flow of each conversation. (You never have to speak in public if you don’t want.) Our **experienced host will make sure everything goes smoothly**. 🍭 (Introverts, you'll love it too ❤️.) **🕹 HOW TO JOIN** **[Take a minute to sign up 👈](https://luma.com/ftst4toronto)** Viewing this on your phone and can't click the link? Go to the comments and click the link posted in there! Our events are **limited to 30 handpicked guests** to ensure a cozy atmosphere. **Confirm your spot on the link above** to make it happen! We try our best to prioritize a balance of gender and age. If you're invited you'll receive a confirmation within 48 hours via Luma (our ticketing platform) NOTE: We won't validate your payment unless you've been accepted! (which you most likely will ❤️) **Sold out or can't make it?** [Drop us your email ](https://epicllama.myflodesk.com/toronto)and we'll keep you in the loop for the next one! 😎 **🧧 HOW MUCH IS IT?** The cost to attend is CAD 30 (Early Llama) or CAD 35 (General Llama), and includes the following: ⏰ 3 hours of **facilitated** and curated activities 👥 A space to meet **new** **people** in the least boring way possible 💛 Supporting our **mission** to eliminate small talk around the world 🍽️ A mid-way snack and drink of choice (you can purchase additional food/drink too, if you wish) 🎫 Those pesky **ticket** **fees**! **🌳 WHERE IS IT?** ​This event will take place at a private venue, close to **North York Centre subway station**, on Yonge Street. The exact location will be revealed once we confirm your spot! 🎟️ **💛 WHAT THEY SAY** 🗣 “This is the kind of activity **humanity needs every weekend**. Thank you for all.” - *Sonya* 🗣 “F\*ck the Small Talk changes the narrative from "Where are you from?" to "When was the last time you laughed uncontrollably?" and I think that's beautiful.” - Monika 🗣 "It’s a **wonderful** **experience**, it’s like being a kid again, when you were at the park, playing with other kids, and just decided you were going to be best friends for the next hours. Maybe you’ll never see those kids again. But that hour was amazing because you both opened up and trusted each other." - Sara **[Read our 130+ Google reviews here 👈](https://goo.gl/maps/TpZy77bfPFkGoikn7)** **🤓 FAQs** **Can I come alone?** Of course, we encourage it :) **Can I be late?** Please don't! Late arrivals will disrupt the floooooooow. **I signed up but never got an invite. Why?** We usually get a high volume of sign-ups yet we like to keep it cozy and only invite around 30 people. Please try again next time if you do not receive an invite - no hard feelings 💛 **Why do you charge?** We value our time and put a lot of love, planning, and effort into creating and designing these experiences. ♥️ This is our project/business and what we give to the world and we think everything should be a fair exchange! 🎈 However, money should never be the reason for people not to attend. If you can’t afford it, send us a message! **Is this a networking or dating event?** Nope! Think of us as the *anti-networking* and *anti-speed dating* event. There’s no pressure, no pitches, and no cringy icebreakers. Instead, we create spaces where strangers can connect through fun & meaningful conversations. It’s all about authentic connection— no business cards or romantic expectations required. (doesn’t mean it *can’t* happen — it’s just not the intention!) 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨, 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙. ✨ \* Location is only revealed to ticket holders! 🙅‍♀️📱This event is a no-phone experience. 🙅‍♀️📱 We started in Berlin back in 2019 out of the frustration of being asked 'Where are you from?' multiple times at every single meetup! Now there are chapters in 11 cities including Medellin, Lisbon, Buenos Aires, Zurich, and London! 🗺️ \*\*\* Follow us on[ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/epic.llama/)👈 Our [website](https://epicllama.com/fuckthesmalltalk)[ ](https://epicllama.com/)👈

Open Networking Event

Navigating work/personal life in this mega city can be challenging ! We welcome all the Toronto young professionals & startup lovers to join this community that provides you an inclusive and casual platform to share, discuss, and grow! No matter what career stage you are at, what industry you work for, or what startup idea you are brainstorming, this inclusive & vibrant community aims to help you embark on your new personal/work journey! If work sounds annoying to you or you are new to the city, you can just come have a coffee and meet new people! No WFG members, Let's exchange ideas and create new memories together! We welcome you to join us at a new location; Sweetway Cafe **THE COFFEE SHOP IS EXCLUSIVLY OPEN FOR THIS EVENT AT THAT TIME, AND MAY NOT SERVE FOOD OR DRINKS** We plan to meet weekly or biweekly at various locations in Toronto.

Fast Friends Toronto | Meet New People & Make Meaningful Connections | 21-40

Meet New People in Toronto | Social Dining

**Meet new people over great food in a relaxed, social setting.** This is a small-group social dining experience for people who enjoy good food, good conversation, and expanding their circle in a natural way. Everyone attending is there to meet others — no pressure, no awkward networking. **What to expect** * A small group (usually 4–6 people) * A friendly, low-pressure atmosphere * Easy, natural conversation **How it works** We coordinate the group and reserve the table once attendees confirm. The venue and details are shared with the group beforehand. Just show up, order what you like, and enjoy the experience. Each guest covers their own food and drinks. To keep groups balanced and confirmed, seat confirmations happen through #dine: https://www.hashtagdine.com/

After-work Board Games

Let's get together, unwind after work, make new friends and play some awesome board games... **Bring your own** or play some of my classics like Catan & Ticket to Ride *(write any game suggestions in the comments as my friend who's coming owns many games)*. Food, drinks, tax & tips are not included, you must purchase something to support the venue. **Cross-posted in other Meetup & Facebook groups** [https://facebook.com/events/s/after-work-board-games/1927915151061487/](https://facebook.com/events/s/after-work-board-games/1927915151061487/)

(FREE EVENT) Group Chat & Make New Friends & Language Exchange @ The Well

Come chat in the company of new friends, grab a bite, cool drink or water (optional). We will meet in the Food Court in the Lower Level. It's a free event to socialize and make new friends. **Meeting Location** \- The Wellington Market @ The Well \(lower level\) **Arrive** \- Anytime 5:45\-6:30pm **Leave** \- Anytime \-\-\-\- **Stay Connected** **[Join WhatsApp Group Chat](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeV7PTQJLHF_vOb6ND0PxA0jHX3JYviVJR7BNsByG8PUMzR3w/viewform)** ***

Meet new people over dinner in Toronto

**Meet new people over dinner in The Greater Toronto Area (GTA)** You'll join a small table of 4–8 people, meet over dinner, and the conversation unfolds naturally. Everyone coming is in a similar stage of life — open to meeting new people, having a real night out, and seeing where the evening goes. HOW IT WORKS 1. **You reserve your seat** Join a table already starting to come together. 2. **The table fills** Once the table is full, the evening is set. 3. **The introductions begin** Two hours before dinner, you'll see who's coming. By the time you arrive, no one's a stranger. AT YOUR TABLE * People in your age group * Similar stage of life * Easy to connect with GOOD TO KNOW * You only pay for what you order * You'll see who's coming 2 hours before * Exact venue shared once the table is full **IMPORTANT** To keep groups balanced and confirmed, seat confirmations happen through #dine: https://www.hashtagdine.com/