Inclusion Networking Toronto

North York Toastmasters Club Meeting

``` Find your confidence at North York Toastmasters! We are a diverse group of people who take the Toastmasters mission seriously... with a lot of fun. The mission of a Toastmaster Club is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth. We do not judge because we have all been just starting out... at one time or another. Our in person meetings take place at the North York Seniors Centre at 21 Hendon Avenue, North York in the Trillium Room. You are welcome to come out as guests at any meeting... Our next in person meeting will be on Thursday, November 12th, 2026 at 6:30 PM. Please register as a guest for future meetings at https://northyorktoastmasters.com/ prior to the meeting. You can check our calendar here: https://northyorktoastmasters.com/calendar.html As our meetings are in person, seating is limited, so register early. Feel free to message any questions. ```

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.

GTApreneurs November 4, 2026 Toronto Business Networking Event

🚀 Level Up Networking >>> Connect, Collaborate & Grow

Are you ready to expand your network, spark new opportunities, and connect with ambitious professionals in your community? Join us on Friday, November 6th from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at P&M Restaurant for our monthly Level Up Networking Event — an evening designed to help you build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities for personal and professional growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, startup founder, professional, freelancer, student, or simply looking to connect with like-minded individuals, this event is for you! Why Attend? ✅ Meet local entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders ✅ Expand your circle and create valuable connections ✅ Discover collaboration, referral, and growth opportunities ✅ Share ideas, insights, and experiences in a supportive environment ✅ Gain inspiration and fresh perspectives to help you level up personally and professionally Unlike traditional networking events, Level Up Networking Night focuses on authentic conversations and genuine relationship-building in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. No pressure, no awkward sales pitches—just real people making real connections. Come solo or bring a friend, colleague, or business partner. You never know who you'll meet, what you'll learn, or where a single conversation may lead. 📅 DATE: Friday, Nov 6th, 2026 🕡 TIME: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 LOCATION: P&M Restaurant - 1946 Weston Rd., York, ON 🎟️ REGISTRATION: FREE (Advance registration recommended) [https://levelupnov6.eventbrite.ca](https://levelupnov6.eventbrite.ca/) 🍽️ PLEASE SUPPORT OUR HOST VENUE: Enjoy delicious food and drinks while networking and help support this amazing local restaurant! 🤝 Connect • Collaborate • Grow Bring your business cards, your positive energy, and an open mind. You never know who you'll meet or what opportunities may come from a single conversation! Space is limited—reserve your spot today on Eventbrite! 🚀✨

QT Qonference 2026

QueerTech présente la **[QT Qonference 2026 (QTQ)](https://queertech.org/fr/evenements/qonference/qtq-2026)**[ ](https://queertech.org/fr/evenements/qonference/qtq-2026)— la plus grande conférence technologique 2SLGBTQIA+ au Canada. En 2026, QTQ revient à Toronto pour deux journées de programmation en présentiel, centrées sur l’une des questions les plus urgentes de notre avenir : ### Qui peut faire confiance à l’IA ? Alors que l’intelligence artificielle transforme notre façon de travailler, de recruter, de bâtir et de gouverner, QTQ 2026 réunit des leaders, des professionnel·le·s, des fondateur·rice·s, des investisseur·euse·s et des membres de la communauté afin d’examiner les systèmes qui sous-tendent l’IA — ainsi que les choix qui façonnent son avenir. Le thème de cette année — **Pouvoir, participation et responsabilité** — explore : * Qui conçoit les systèmes d’IA * Qui participe à leur développement * Qui en bénéficie * Et qui en est responsable lorsqu’ils échouent QTQ 2026 est le rassemblement phare de l’initiative **[l'IA Inclusive QT](https://queertech.org/fr/qt-inclusive-ai)** — un effort national visant à garantir que l’IA soit développée de manière responsable, équitable et en tenant compte de nos communautés. Au cours de ces deux journées, QTQ crée un espace pour : * Faire progresser les conversations sur l’IA inclusive au Canada * Développer des carrières, des entreprises et des partenariats * Connecter les talents aux opportunités * Renforcer le leadership et la responsabilité dans le secteur technologique * Célébrer l’impact des communautés 2SLGBTQIA+ dans l’économie de l’innovation #### **Économisez 30 % sur les prix ci-dessous avec le code : [EarlyQTQ26](https://queertech.org/fr/evenements/qonference/qtq-2026)**

Networking: Anywhere, Anytime with Anyone (Part 2)

This session, the follow up to the November 3rd workshop, is a hands-on workshop to help you identify, analyze, and strategize an actionable plan on growing your network. This workshop, with Entrepreneur in Residence (Newcomer Focus), Jean Chow, will determine your networking quotient as a baseline so that you will be able to measure improvements in your networking skills. In this session: * Know your network better by creating your network map. * Know how to blend your personal brand with your minimum value proposition created in Week 2. * In a group think tank session, you will have Identified a strategy on how to connect with your POI – person of interest – from your relationship circle. **Come early to network from 6-6:30pm!** Presented by Jean Chow, TPL's Fall 2026 [Newcomer Entrepreneur in Residence](tpl.ca/eir) (NEIR) at Fort York branch. **Registration via TPL website:** [https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6aaad677ca248a0029164514](https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6aaad677ca248a0029164514) **Drop-ins welcome until room capacity is reached.** Accessibility Live or automated closed captioning, sign language interpretation, intervenor services, or attendant services are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 2 weeks in advance to: [tpl.ca/accessibility-events](https://tpl.ca/accessibility/accessibility-supports/programs-and-events/?_gl=1*v83hy7*_ga*NDk5MDg2NTE1LjE3NjYwMDgxODQ.*_ga_G99DMMNG39*czE3NjkxMDY3NDMkbzE0JGcxJHQxNzY5MTA2ODM0JGozOCRsMCRoMA..).

GTApreneurs November 19, 2026 Mississauga Business Networking Event

Community Brain Health and Homelessness Symposium

QueerTech is excited to support this nonprofit initiative focused on homelessness leading up to QTQ! Looking to make a meaningful impact in community health and equity? Join us for an interactive, community-driven workshop at the Community Brain Health and Homelessness Symposium - an ancillary event of CBRC’s 2026 Summit. This collaborative event will bring people together to share knowledge, experiences, and ideas to support brain health and advance equity for people experiencing homelessness. By taking part in the Summit, participants will shed light on the latest ways to help people live happier, healthier, and longer lives despite reactionary interests pushing back against equity, inclusion, and liberation. Join us for an interactive workshop that brings together members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community, people with lived experience, frontline workers, researchers, and healthcare providers to share knowledge and perspectives on brain health needs. Through guided discussions and activities, participants will help identify practical, community-driven ways to recognize when people may need brain health support. Our speakers include: * Galo F. Ginocchio, MScCH (AMH) – University of Toronto – Dalla Lana School of Public Health * Dr. Carolyn Lemsky, Ph.D., C. Psych. – Community Head Injury Resource Services (CHIRS) * Dr. Flora Matheson, PhD – MAP Centre for Urban Health Solutions & Unity Health Toronto, University of Toronto – Dalla Lana School of Public Health We welcome people with lived experience of homelessness, brain health concerns, and/or sex- or gender-based barriers, inequities, or discrimination. We also welcome those who work alongside these communities, including researchers, students, clinicians, volunteers, and community advocates. [Register here](https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSEN64Z8Emoz9MphAwgSFKZoVURUFWSFU5OURFTDU5S1dPTlY4MkxONlBXTy4u). **This event is not hybrid (it is marked as such to support registration and location markers).**

Networking: Anywhere, Anytime with Anyone (Part 1)

Why is the #1 skill that will help you thrive as a newcomer entrepreneur networking? This workshop with Entrepreneur in Residence (Newcomer Focus), Jean Chow, will show you how to build your networking skills and help you achieve your professional and personal goals. Learn the true meaning of networking and why it’s not what you know and it’s not who you know. In this session: * Get outside your comfort zone and grow your confidence in meeting new people. * Employ strategies to network effectively both in-person and on-line. * Gain a better understanding of how networking can help you grow your business. **Come early to network from 6-6:30pm!** Presented by Jean Chow, TPL's Fall 2026 [Newcomer Entrepreneur in Residence](tpl.ca/eir) (EIR) at Fort York branch. **Registration via TPL website:** [https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6aaad603ab7a8e0037c241bb](https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6aaad603ab7a8e0037c241bb) **Drop-ins welcome until room capacity is reached.** Accessibility Live or automated closed captioning, sign language interpretation, intervenor services, or attendant services are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 2 weeks in advance to: [tpl.ca/accessibility-events](https://tpl.ca/accessibility/accessibility-supports/programs-and-events/?_gl=1*v83hy7*_ga*NDk5MDg2NTE1LjE3NjYwMDgxODQ.*_ga_G99DMMNG39*czE3NjkxMDY3NDMkbzE0JGcxJHQxNzY5MTA2ODM0JGozOCRsMCRoMA..).

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

Data & AI & IoT

\*\*Please note that this event requires your name and email address for QR code to get access to the building on the event day, you must register or else you will not receive a QR code for access\*\* [Link ](https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Zvxe69amth)to Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Zvxe69amth **Agenda:** 5.30-6.30pm **Azure IoT updates** Speakers: [Peter Gallagher Microsoft MVP](https://sessionize.com/peter-gallagher/) [Sander van de Velde Microsoft MVP](https://sessionize.com/sandervandevelde/) [Clifford Agius Microsoft MVP](https://sessionize.com/clifford-agius/) [Callon Campbell Microsoft MVP](https://sessionize.com/calloncampbell/) [José Simões Microsoft MVP](https://github.com/josesimoes) 6.30-7.45pm **Enterprise Data & AI with Snowflake and Databricks on Azure** [Ehsan Eskandari Microsoft MVP](https://mvp.microsoft.com/en-US/mvp/profile/0abad6dc-5a32-e811-8112-3863bb353d80) 7.45-8pm **Fabric RTI** [Callon Campbell Microsoft MVP](https://sessionize.com/calloncampbell/)

AI Community Conference - Toronto 2026

**North Toronto Cloud & DevOps User Group** is a proud supporter of the **AI Community Conference - Toronto 2026**. Here's a sneak peek of what's in store: 🎤 Inspiring Keynote + Speaker Presentations: Gain insights from renowned AI experts as they share their vision for the future of AI and its impact across various industries. 🌐 Interactive Workshops: Dive deep into AI concepts, tools, and techniques through hands-on workshops led by industry practitioners. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and sharpen your AI skills! 💡 Thought-Provoking Panel Discussions: Engage in thought-provoking discussions on AI ethics, diversity, and the societal implications of AI adoption. Your perspective matters, so join the conversation! 🚀 Sponsor Showcases: Discover groundbreaking AI startups and their innovative solutions shaping the future of technology. Who knows? You might witness the next big breakthrough right here! 🤝 Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, forge valuable connections, and expand your professional network within the vibrant AI community 🎉 Fun and Entertainment: Enjoy live demonstrations, AI-powered activities, and interactive exhibits that promise to entertain and inspire attendees of all ages. ⛑️ This is a PAID event. Stay tuned for more updates and surprises. We can't wait to welcome you to the AI event of the year in Toronto! 🌟 **Registration** * Please [RSVP here](https://www.meetup.com/northtorontoug/events/317070357/) to show your interest. * Then, **reserve your spot** at [the Eventbrite site](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ai-community-conference-toronto-2026-tickets-1997522115419) to receive the QR code to attend the event in person. For more info, visit the [official site](https://www.communitydays.org/event/2026-11-13/ai-community-conference-toronto-2026). Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of AI and connect with fellow enthusiasts and experts. Reserve your spot today and get ready to embark on an unforgettable AI journey with us!