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To register, please visit https://www.bnibusinessconnectionsone.com/ • What we'll do Doors open: 6:45 am Structured meeting: 7:00 am - 8:30 am (We start and stop on time.) - Informal Networking - President’s Welcome - Leadership Team Introductions - Education Moment: 2-minute talk on a networking topic - Weekly Presentations (45-seconds per member and guest- pitching your own services) - VP’s Report: Chapter Performance Update - Reports: Treasurer and Membership Committee - 5-Minute Break - 10-Minute Feature Presentation by a Member - Passing of referrals, testimonials, thank yous to guests - Presenter’s Gift Draw - Close OUR GUARANTEE: Business Connections One are full of life, laughter and learning! • What to bring What you’ll need to do as a visitor: - Plan a 45 second (100 words) infomercial on your business and what makes a good referral. - Bring about 40 business cards for circulation to the group. - Pay $30 in cash or cheque at the door (or via Paypal on this site) • Important to know

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🚀 CONNECT & GROW THURSDAY'S🤝 Work from Anywhere Revolution! 📍 Union Social \| 6986 Financial Dr\.\, Mississauga 🗓 Thursday, February 12th, 2026 ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM [https://CONNECTGROWWAR0212.eventbrite.ca](https://connectgrowwar0212.eventbrite.ca/) Calling all small business owners, entrepreneurs & side-hustlers! 👋 Join us for Connect & Grow, a high-energy Power Hour designed to help you: ✨ Expand your professional network ✨ Build real connections & collaborations ✨ Learn about LegalShield services and a work-from-home additional stream of income opportunity ✨ Get inspired by like-minded professionals who are serious about growth 💥 Cost: FREE to attend 🍔🍹 Kindly support our amazing host, Union Social, by purchasing food and/or drinks during the event. Spots are limited—RSVP now to secure your place and show up ready to connect, learn, and grow! 🌱 👉 Register today & bring a friend! #ConnectAndGrow #PowerHour #MississaugaNetworking #EntrepreneurLife #SmallBusinessOwners #SideHustle #WorkFromHome #LegalShield #SupportLocal 💼✨🍽️

Important Register on the [event website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026021214) (Due to room capacity and building security, you must pre-register at the link for admission) **Description:** Welcome to the AI meetup in Toronto. Join us for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and machine learning, food/drink, networking with speakers and fellow developers. **Speakers/Topics:** \- Gleb Otochkin \(Google\) Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 10,000+ AI developers in Toronto or 500K+ worldwide.

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $15 and $35 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

Bitcoin Builders, Connect with like-minded people from all over GTA! We're gathering at Firkin on Bay on Thursday, February 12th from 6pm to 8pm. Your first beverage is on us! Every second Thursday of every month, the smartest and best looking people in the space disappear from Twitter and show up at Firkin on Bay instead. While everyone else argues about charts, we're creating the companies that will matter in five years. Your next co-founder is probably already here. Are you? Best, Sunny Ray P.S. special thanks to our sponsor [Beaver Bitcoin](https://beaverbitcoin.com/): The easiest way to buy bitcoin in Canada.

This is a ticketed event. Please register at [this link](https://luma.com/1tdy8el7). ​Agent swarms can complete multi-month to year software development tasks. What does this mean for timelines? [Julian Moncarz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-moncarz/?originalSubdomain=ca) provides an overview of safety risks that emerge when agents work in swarms. ​​​**Event Schedule** 6:00 to 6:30 - Food and introductions 6:30 to 7:30 - Presentation and Q&A 7:30 to 9:00 - Open Discussions ​​​​​​If you can't make it in person, feel free to join the live stream starting at 6:30 pm, via [this link](https://www.youtube.com/@Trajectory-Labs/live). ​​​This is part of our weekly **[AI Safety Thursdays ](https://luma.com/trajectory-labs?k=c)**series. Join us in examining questions like: * ​​​How do we ensure AI systems are aligned with human interests? * ​​​How do we measure and mitigate potential risks from advanced AI systems? * ​​​What does safer AI development look like?

Event RSVP link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chemistry-kpis-tickets-1982309654539?aff=oddtdtcreator Valentine’s Day Singles Networking Night Hosted by STACKTx This Valentine’s Day, STACKTx is hosting a Networking Night for single entrepreneurs, small business owners, and creatives. Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and live entertainment - designed to network, meet potential collaborators, make new friends, and yes, maybe even meet someone special, all while mingling with people who share your drive and ambition. What to Expect: • Networking with like-minded entrepreneurs and professionals • Interactive live segment with DateNightGame • Colour-coded wristbands: Red: Chemistry - Here for pleasure Blue: KPIs - Here for business Yellow: Open to both • Candy grams • Caricature Artist • Pop Icon Cover Band to close out the night and keep the energy high Door Prizes for STACKTx Members. No purchase required to participate 2 Toronto Maple Leafs Tickets 4 Othership Passes 2 Fuckup Nights Tickets 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Networking & interactive experience 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM: Live music + social hang This is a FREE RSVP event

***Tickets must be purchased in advance!*** https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-real-estate-interior-designer-construction-finance-networking-tickets-1982298843202?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Get ready to connect with Toronto's finest real estate, design, construction, and finance professionals at a networking event like no other! Join us for an exclusive evening designed to connect ambitious professionals in law, real estate, and construction. This event is your opportunity to build valuable relationships, discover new opportunities, and take your career or business to the next level. Whether you’re seeking partnerships, fresh career insights, or simply looking to expand your professional circle, this is the perfect space to **network, collaborate, and exchange ideas**. ### **About Stellar Socials by Limitless** Stellar Socials is the **premier networking experience** for professionals across North America. We bring together lawyers, real estate leaders, construction innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors in a **stylish, dynamic, and welcoming environment**. Our mission is simple: foster **authentic connections** that spark collaboration, innovation, and growth. ### **Who Attends?** Expect a diverse mix of driven professionals, including: * **Legal Experts** – Attorneys, paralegals, and consultants in real estate, construction, and business law * **Real Estate Professionals** – Agents, brokers, developers, investors, and builders * **Construction Leaders** – Architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers * **Entrepreneurs & Investors** – Business owners and firms seeking partnerships * **Graduates & Job Seekers** – Ambitious professionals looking to break into the industry * **Startups & Innovators** – Companies seeking investors, talent, and collaborations * **Media & Marketing Experts** – Creators and journalists covering industry trends 📍 **Age Group:** 21–55 \| **Venue:** 21+ (Bar setting) ### **What to Expect** ✨ High-impact conversations on legal trends, real estate opportunities, and urban development ✨ Direct access to industry leaders and like-minded peers ✨ Career-boosting insights and potential collaborations ✨ A relaxed and open social atmosphere—perfect for organic connections Whether you attend solo or with friends, you’ll leave with **new contacts, fresh insights, and future opportunities**. ### ***The Stellar Socials Experience:*** Our events are curated to encourage **natural, pressure-free conversations**. With a focus on relationship-building, you’ll connect with professionals who can inspire your next move—professionally and personally. Come ready to meet, collaborate, and grow. ### Join the Community 📲 Instagram: [@stellarsocialsbylimitless](https://www.instagram.com/stellarsocialsbylimitless "https://www.instagram.com/stellarsocialsbylimitless") 📘 Facebook: Stellar Socials by Limitless 🎥 TikTok: [@stellar.socials]() ### Notice of Photography: *Please note: Photos and videos will be taken for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed. If you prefer not to appear, kindly inform an event organizer upon arrival.*

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Singles Dance Party Celebrating Valentines in February **Saturday February 14th** 7.30pm -12.30 **The Old Mill** **21 Old Mill Rd.** February is the month of love and friendship, so lets celebrate with a special event at The Old Mill on Saturday February 14th. Gifts and roses will be given out and room will be decked out. Wear some red for added fun!. So show some love at our redo of Valentines and what it represents. Please, no running shoes or jeans. The cost is only $25.00. [Singlesparies.com](http://singlesparies.com/) or call 416-236- 8222 for more info. Hope to see you then!

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**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown 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 PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

At Evolve Synergy Sessions, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. [Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/) \*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected! Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.

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