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Bitcoin Bay Sauga Meetup

Join us in person to discuss Bitcoin & cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology and more. Meetup with other community members to learn, build, collaborate on projects and more. IN-PERSON LOCATION: Chuck's Roadhouse Westdale Mall, 1151 Dundas St W Mississauga ON L5C 1C9 Join our[ Bitcoin Bay WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/0HBLzxrIlUuE5E928DOHe9) for more online discussions \*\*\* When you have a moment please read the original Satoshi Nakamoto Whitepaper, that started it all: https://nakamotoinstitute.org/bitcoin \*\*\* About Bitcoin Bay: Welcome to Canada's longest-running Crypto Community. Our mission is to grow the Crypto Ecosystem globally – beginning from our home base in Canada. Bitcoin Bay is a starting point for your crypto journey. If you have something to share, you can find an interested audience. Looking to learn? you can find a great source of knowledge. Do you have a brilliant idea? You could find the perfect partners!

Humans in the Loop: Building and hiring for AI at Questrade

​This is a free event, but approval is required. Please apply through this link: https://luma.com/humans-in-the-loop-nov-19-2026 **AI agents are becoming the new front door to financial products, and most companies don’t own that interface. So how do you build something people can trust anyway?** ​Join us for an evening with Questrade’s engineering, product, and hiring leaders. You’ll hear candid talks and a presentation on what it takes to ship real software in the era of Agentic AI, including how we built a production MCP server enabling customers to use their own AI tools, with a human deterministically in the loop. **Why attend** * ​**See how we built it:** why we created an MCP server, and how granular authorization keeps customers in control. * ​**Go deep on the hard parts:** authentication and delegation for agents acting on a customer’s behalf, and how we design the experience when an agent sits between us and our customers. * ​**Learn how we measure it:** tool evals, performance at scale, and how we bring users up the trust ladder. * ​**Meet the humans behind it:** Questrade’s engineering, product, and AI leaders, plus the hiring managers and team members you’d work with. Hear how we hire for AI and ask them anything about the work and the teams building it. ​We’ll close the night with an open networking reception, so you can keep the conversation going over drinks and passed canapés. **Agenda** * ​**5:30 pm:** Doors open. Check in and mingle. * ​**6:30 pm:** Talk and live demo: *Humans in the Loop: Building and hiring for AI at Questrade* (presented by Bartek Kowalski, Product Manager, MCP, and Kelvin Ferreira, Senior Principal Software Engineer) * ​**7:00 pm:** Panel and open Q&A with Questrade’s engineering, product, and hiring leaders * ​**7:30 pm:** Networking reception with open bar and passed canapés * ​**9:00 pm:** End of evening **Who it's for** ​Engineers, product managers, and AI professionals who want a real look at how a Canadian fintech builds and hires in this space. **On stage** * **​[Kelvin Ferreira](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelvinrodri/?utm_source=luma), Senior Principal Software Engineer:** Kelvin is a hands-on engineer behind Questrade’s MCP and API strategy. He designs how AI agents connect to Questrade securely – from OAuth 2.1 authentication and delegation to granular, tool-level permissions – making sure customers stay in control of every action. * **​[Bartek Kowalski](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bartek-kowalski-68117b1ab/?utm_source=luma), Product Manager, MCP:** Bartek leads product for Questrade’s MCP, shaping how customers experience Questrade through the AI tools they already use. He works on a hard question: how do you build trust and a great product when you don’t own the interface? * **​[Andrej Simeonov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/drej/?utm_source=luma), Head of Technology, Questrade Experience Platform:** Andrej leads the engineering behind the Questrade Experience Platform, the foundation that powers how millions of Canadians interact with their money. He’s focused on building infrastructure that scales reliably while staying ready for new ways of reaching customers, including AI agents. * **​[David Wieler](https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwieler/?utm_source=luma), Chief AI Officer:** David shapes the architecture and AI infrastructure strategy across the Questrade ecosystem. He leads how the company adopts AI and agentic tooling safely and at scale, from the platforms engineers build on to the standards that keep them secure. **Open roles at Questrade** * ​[Principal Software Engineer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/17908?utm_source=luma) * ​[Senior Manager, Software Engineering](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18018?utm_source=luma) * ​[Software Engineer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18157?utm_source=luma) * ​[Senior Software Engineer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18160?utm_source=luma) * ​[Team Lead, Software Engineering](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18144?utm_source=luma) * ​[Principal Software Engineer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/17837?utm_source=luma) * ​[Principal Product Designer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/17653?utm_source=luma) * ​[Senior Product Designer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18149?utm_source=luma) * ​[Senior Software Engineer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18021?utm_source=luma) * ​[Principal Software Engineer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18045?utm_source=luma) * ​[Principal Software Engineer](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/17444?utm_source=luma) * ​[Associate Product Manager](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/17940?utm_source=luma) * ​[Senior Product Manager](https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/qfg/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/18010?utm_source=luma) **About ​[TechTO](https://www.techto.org/?utm_source=luma)** TechTO is Canada’s largest community of tech builders - connecting 70,000+ founders, operators, and investors through year-round meetups, curated dinners, peer tables, and media storytelling. Learn more here: [https://www.techto.org/](https://www.techto.org/?utm_source=luma) **About [Questrade](https://www.questrade.com/?utm_source=luma)** ​For 27 years, we’ve remained independent and 100% Canadian-owned. We are a 13x winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a 2x winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Our ecosystem includes Questrade, Questbank, Questrade Wealth Management, Community Trust, Zolo, and Flexiti, all working together to help Canadians become financially secure through cutting-edge technology. ​We’re building something worth being part of. Come see for yourself

Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer | Toronto

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in Toronto.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-networking-toronto-founders-investors-talent-mixer-tickets-1987710363204?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** **💡 Why This Event Is Different** Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles. This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities. We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections. Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event. **🤝 What to Expect** * **Interactive Networking** Structured networking rounds where participants briefly introduce themselves, share current challenges and explore collaboration opportunities. * **Talent Corner** Recruiters and hiring managers can briefly share open positions, while engineers and operators can introduce their skills and interests. * **Startup Conversations** Open discussions about fundraising, product development, growth and startup challenges. **👥 Who Should Attend** • Startup founders • Investors and angels • Engineers and builders • Operators and product managers • Recruiters and HR professionals • Sales and business development professionals • Job seekers interested in startups • Newcomers to the Toronto tech ecosystem

Thursday Night *NO ANTE* Pot Limit Omaha - PLO $50/12k + $10/8K (Re-entry)

AI & Tech Networking Event in Toronto by Ascent Valley

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in Toronto.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-tech-networking-event-in-toronto-by-ascent-valley-tickets-1999721341363?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** **🚀 Meet investors, founders, AI experts, operators, and immigrant entrepreneurs building the next generation of global companies.** * Share your project and get feedback. * Connect with capital. * Expand your network. * This is where conversations turn into partnerships. * Use our participant mini app to keep every contact and insight from the event — nothing gets lost. 👥 Who You’ll Meet • Startup Founders • Angel Investors & VC firms • AI Experts • Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia & the UK • Marketers, Sales leaders & Business Advisors • Builders & Game Changers Startup Pitch Session Selected founders take the stage for a focused 5-minute presentation in front of active investors and tech leaders. Each startup receives: ⚡ Professional evaluation ⚡ Investor feedback ⚡ Visibility inside our global ecosystem **Why You Can’t Miss It** • Meet Tech & Business professionals, founders, and active investors • Gain real feedback from venture capitalists and angel investors • Discover new opportunities in AI, Tech & early-stage startups • Build meaningful connections in a global entrepreneurial community If you’re serious about startups — you should be in the room. 📈 Want to Pitch? Send your deck to: 📧 events@ascentvalley.club or fill [form](https://ascentvalley.com/pitch) Limited spots. Curated selection. 🏆 The startup recognized as “Most Investment-Worthy” will be featured across our social media and included in our investor newsletter. **🌟 About Ascent Valley** [Ascent Valley ](https://ascentvalley.com/infrastructure "https://ascentvalley.com/infrastructure")is a global ecosystem connecting founders, innovators, and investors. We believe great ideas shouldn’t stay hidden — they deserve to be heard, challenged, and supported by the right people. Our mission is to create environments where ambitious builders connect, collaborate, and grow together.

TPP 13th Anniversary Event#5: $15K GTD Freezeout $350/40K

Snowflake BI Day with Sigma and Omni: Practical Labs

## Snowflake Toronto User Group: Snowflake BI Day with Sigma and Omni: Practical Labs We are excited to invite you to the next Snowflake Toronto User Group meeting on **Tuesday, November 17th, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM**. Talks will start promptly at 6:00 PM. **On the Agenda:** Join us for a hands-on BI Day focusing on Sigma Computing's and Omni's latest BI and AI features. You will work through practical exercises in hands-on labs led by Sigma Computing and Omni, exploring modern BI workflows, AI-driven analytics, and interactive dashboarding. Here is how the event runs: Interactive lab sessions showcasing advanced BI capabilities and AI integration from Sigma Computing and Omni. This is a practical, hands-on workshop, so please bring your laptop ready to follow along and work through real-world exercises. Small group discussions and Q&A will allow you to ask specific questions and leave with actionable skills you can use right away. Please remember to bring your laptop to participate in the exercises. Afterward, we will network and socialize over light refreshments. **Networking & Community:** A light meal and refreshments will be served, and attendees will receive exclusive items from the Snowflake community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to network with fellow Snowflake users and gain valuable insights. RSVP now to secure your spot and join our growing community. Please register to participate in this exciting event! **Location:** OneEleven, 325 Front St. W, Toronto, Ontario M5V 2Y1 **4th floor**, left of the elevators

Is Your Tax Strategy Ready for the Age of Automated Tax Enforcement?

**Is Your Tax Strategy Ready for the Age of Automated Tax Enforcement?** Hosted by: Sharon Tax authorities around the world are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using AI, advanced data analytics to identify discrepancies and flag potential non-compliance. But what does this mean for you, your assets, and your financial future? Join us for an insightful presentation exploring how modern tax authorities monitor taxpayer activity, what filing categories may attract increased scrutiny, and why traditional approaches to tax compliance may no longer be enough. **Don't wait until an algorithm raises a red flag to start asking questions.** Knowledge, preparation, and proactive planning are your strongest tools in today's evolving tax environment. **Be informed. Be prepared. Stay ahead.** Details Where: Online via Zoom Duration: 1.5 hours (may vary depending on group size) Zoom Link: Patricia Lavigne is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89240952693?pwd=ywVXap8aiAR67zaaUrxHabx32QP31C.1](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89240952693?pwd%3DywVXap8aiAR67zaaUrxHabx32QP31C.1&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw2dJCLVVnb-owZHqlu7mk0Q) Join and take notes [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89240952693?pwd=ywVXap8aiAR67zaaUrxHabx32QP31C.1&mynotes=on](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89240952693?pwd%3DywVXap8aiAR67zaaUrxHabx32QP31C.1%26mynotes%3Don&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw3iqgQZo14NhVtJEdaBXr1U) Meeting ID: 892 4095 2693 Passcode: 585408 Investment: FREE Start Time: 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Q&A after presentation Disclaimer Patricia is not affiliated with, associated with, or representative of this presentation. Her involvement is limited to organizational assistance, and she does not endorse or assum responsibility for the content presented. The information presented is for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitue tax, leagal , accounting or financial advise. It may not apply to your specific circumstances. Tax laws are subject to change, and you should consult a qualified tax professional before making decisions or takeing action based on this information. Looking forward to connecting with all of you. Patricia Lavigne Life & Emotional Wellness Coach patricialavignecpc@gmail.com

Practical Philosophy Social!

Get to know your fellow hikers more intimately with a night of Practical Philosophy. In partnership with the Practical Philosophy Meetup I thought it would be a fun a social ! **How does it work?** We select a topic like monogomy vs pologomy and divide people in groups of 6-8 with a moderator (so conservations are respectful) ten questions are asked and everyone has a chance to give their take on the subject. Get to know your fellow hikers on a deeper level! You may be surprised! **Opposing views are of course**

TPP 13th Anniversary Event#6: 8-Max DeepStack $275/25K

Saturday Static Bounty NLHM $110/12k+$15/8k Dealer Option $50 Bounty included

$5K GTD Wednesday - *NO ANTE* Freezeout!! $150/35k