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FREE ONLINE: The SR&ED Grant for Business
This **SR&ED general information webinar** will provide an overview of the program. We will guide you through the eligibility criteria, qualifying expenditures, and the free tools and services offered by the CRA.
* April 14th, 2026, 1 pm to 3 pm ET English session
I would suggest if you own a business and want to receive government funding for your project, thinking of starting a business to learn how you can form your business for maximum benefit, or wish to provide grant writing services to your clients.
There is no charge to attend. Registration is required, as space is limited.
To register: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/sred-webinars.html
If you are a member of LeaderSHIFT, you will receive a detailed package with samples and a detailed guide at no cost. Click on attend.
Some tools to help members:
* [Pre-claim consultations](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/pre-claim-consultation.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0193&utm_term=SSV) that allow eligible claimants to work with an SR&ED specialist to determine if their project contains SR&ED work before they submit a claim;
* The [SR&ED outreach program](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/sred-outreach.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0195&utm_term=SSV), which offers targeted sector-specific presentations and one-on-one presentations to businesses, in addition to hosting general information webinars.
We also provide accessible digital resources to help businesses determine their eligibility, calculate expenditures and prepare their claim. These tools include:
* The [Self-Assessment and Learning Tool](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/self-assessment-learning-tool.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0197&utm_term=SSV), which helps claimants find out if their work is likely to qualify for SR&ED tax incentives and estimate their potential claim amount in about 30 minutes or less;
* The SR&ED Client Portal, available within [My Business Account](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/digital-services-businesses/business-account.html?utm_content=2025-05-13_0199&utm_term=SSV), which is a secure, one-stop workspace designed to support claimants throughout the claim process.
## Learn about the program
* Register for an upcoming [SR&ED webinar](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/sred-webinars.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0248)
* [Contact us](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/contact-sred.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0258) to book a tailored one-on-one outreach session
* Refer to our [annual program statistics](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/annual-program-statistics.html) web page for updated program information
* Visit our [multimedia gallery](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/multimedia-gallery.html) for infographics, videos, and a podcast feature
## Find out if your work may be eligible
* Refer to our eligibility of work [guidelines](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-policies-guidelines/guidelines-eligibility-work-sred-tax-incentives.html)
* Use our quick and easy [Self-Assessment and Learning Tool](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/self-assessment-learning-tool.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0254)
* Request a [pre-claim consultation](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-support-services/pre-claim-consultation.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0256) for a project that is either in-progress or completed
## Prepare your claim
* Follow our [step-by-step guide](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/sred-claim.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0260): how to prepare your claim
* Use the [SR&ED Client Portal](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/cra-login-services.html) within My Business Account to start building your claim
* [Contact us](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/scientific-research-experimental-development-tax-incentive-program/contact-sred.html?utm_source=Mailbox&utm_medium=External_Email&utm_campaign=No_Signature_Corporate_item+CPB+SRED&utm_content=2024-10-22_0258) to speak to an SR&ED specialist
Sun Life Speakers Corner weekly Toastmasters event
Do you want to improve your Public Speaking skills, your Impromptu Speaking skills, learn how to present Feedback with Evaluations, and build your Leadership skills?
If the answer is YES to any, attend SUN LIFE SPEAKERS CORNER online for an informative and fun filled session each Tuesday at Noon EST/EDT (except following a Holiday Monday). Guests/Visitors are welcome to participate in the Table Topics (impromptu) session. Join and become a Member to have access to all roles and Pathways, the education system.
Please email info.sunlifespeakerscorner@gmail.com for the Zoom link.
Toronto Midtown - MDI Men's Team
We are a group of men that meet weekly. Regular attendees do not always RSVP but we usually have 12 men present. Expect a frank and confidential space where you can speak personally, engage in interesting conversations or get support for your personal goals.
**We start our meeting at 7:15 sharp. You can rsvp via meetup or email Saul (sauljoy@gmail.com) for this week’s address.**
Guests are welcome but it's pretty casual so make sure you are expected in case we move outdoors to the park.
Our group is part of Mentor Discover Inspire (MDI)
The MDI Mission: To cause greatness by mentoring men to live with excellence and, as mature masculine leaders, create successful families, careers and communities.
From MDI website: https://goo.gl/3DQ6aY
From Toronto Star: [https://goo.gl/oDH3uX](https://goo.gl/oDH3uX)
Toronto Men's Group Open House - Arka Brotherhood
**Experience the Arka Brotherhood: A Transformative Community for Growth-Oriented Men**
Looking to connect with other men on a deeper level? This gathering is a chance to experience *Men’s Work*—a powerful space for growth, reflection, and connection.
Led by members of the **Arka Brotherhood**, this free 90-minute session offers a glimpse into the kind of work we do in our weekly circles.
**What to Expect:**
* A short intro: “What is Men’s Work?”
* Core practices and activities from our weekly meetings
* Opportunities to share and connect honestly with other men
* Embodiment processes to help lean into your growth edge
**This Is For You If:**
* Aware you have much more to offer the world
* Ready to overcome your fears and build the life you truly desire
* Seeking genuine friendship and community with like-minded men
* Looking for self-discipline and focus
* Questioning your life purpose
* Wanting to play a bigger game and get out of your comfort zone
* Searching for authentic connections and deeper conversations
* You’re curious about Men’s Work but not sure where to begin
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**Event Details**
📅 **Date:** Tuesday, April 14, 2026
🕕 **Time:** 6:00 pm sharp to 7:30 pm (Please arrive by 5:45 pm)
📍 **Location:** 348 Danforth Avenue Room 212, Toronto, ON M4K 1P1 (The entrance is on Danforth beside City Books. Take the stairs to the 2nd floor, turn left at the top and it will be the first door on right.)
🎟️ **Free to attend. RSVP required—space is limited.**
***
**About the Arka Brotherhood**
Our weekly, action-focused circles guide men towards the embodiment and integration of mature masculinity. We inspire men to improve their relationships, take accountability for their lives, and become trustworthy leaders.
This brotherhood is for men who want to train and challenge their mature masculine characteristics. It is for men who are willing to do the work necessary to move their lives forward.
Our members come from diverse backgrounds and share a commitment to personal growth. We welcome all men—regardless of age, race, faith, or sexual orientation—who are ready to show up honestly and do the work.
**Learn more about our 14 Point Code and values:** [The Code – ARKA Brotherhood](https://arkabrotherhood.com/the-code/)
The Ultimate Downtown Fitness Experience - By Qualification Only 💪🏻
⚠️ **Important:**
RSVPs on Meetup **do not guarantee a spot.**
To secure your complimentary experience, you **must call or text us at 416-900-9679** to confirm your qualification and booking.
Please don’t attend without confirmation – space is limited and unconfirmed arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Experience what it feels like to train at Toronto’s most advanced **fitness and longevity studio** — where science meets community.
In this small group session, you’ll build functional strength, endurance, and mobility while learning how to move and recover like an athlete. Each class blends:
* **Short bursts of cardio** (yes, even if you hate it)
* **Targeted functional strength training** to build lean muscle
* **Mobility, mindfulness, and breathwork** to finish strong and centered
All levels are welcome — from beginners to seasoned gym-goers. Our coaches lead every step and correct your form in real time to ensure maximum results and safety.
📍 **Location:** Telomere Fitness, 518 Yonge Street (Yonge & College)
🚇 Easy access by subway – minutes from College Station
### 💥 **Special Complimentary Offer (Limited Spots)**
We’re currently offering for **qualified downtown Toronto residents** a *free* full fitness experience, including:
✅ **InBody Scan** (body composition & fat/muscle analysis)
✅ **Personal Fitness Assessment**
✅ **Small Group Training Session**
✅ **Nutrition Consult**
*(Total value: $200 – complimentary for qualified individuals)*
### 🔹 **How to Qualify**
To reserve your complimentary session, you must **live or work in downtown Toronto** and **call or text us first** at **416-900-9679** to confirm eligibility.
Spots are limited to maintain our small-group focus.
### 🏋️♂️ **How to Prepare**
* Wear athletic clothing and indoor footwear.
* Bring a water bottle – we have a no-touch filling station.
### 🕓 **Event Schedule**
* We offer 5 sessions per day - Morning, After you and then this is where I had an issue I couldn't just make it. It's weird.noon and Evening
* Spots fill up fast so call us to see if we have a spot available at your preferred day/time!
* RSVP + confirmation required before attending
📍 Google Maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/6jMKrTvr4Lk5aUna7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/6jMKrTvr4Lk5aUna7)
📞 Questions? Call or text us anytime: **416-900-9679**
### ⚠️ **Final Reminder**
Meetup RSVPs **alone do not** secure a space.
Please **call or text 416-900-9679** after RSVPing to confirm your booking.
Unconfirmed arrivals **cannot be admitted** due to limited capacity.
Free Weekly ESL Conversation Meetup
Practice and improve your English through conversation at St. Andrew Centre (73 Simcoe St, downtown Toronto), while making new friends!
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How to Get to the Event:
By TTC, exit at St. Andrew Station.
Walk west on King St. West to Simcoe St.
Do not enter through the church building; the large church front doors will be closed.
At the corner of Simcoe St. and King St. West, turn south and walk on Simcoe St.
Enter through St. Andrew Centre, which will be behind the church building.
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Evil Twin Techniques For Real World Exploitation
Most people hear "Evil Twin" and think fake login page at a coffee shop. Harvest some passwords, call it a day.
That's the tutorial version. That's not what this talk is about.
Harold "superkojiman" Rodriguez is going to show what happens when you actually build out Evil Twin infrastructure and use it as a real attack platform. Not just phishing — direct methods of gaining access to target systems. The tooling, the infrastructure, the tradecraft. How a technique most people write off as basic becomes a legitimate entry point in an engagement.
**What we'll cover:**
\- How Evil Twin setups go way beyond credential harvesting
\- Direct methods for gaining access to target systems
\- Attack chains that start with network positioning
\- Real\-world scenarios where these techniques actually matter
\- The defensive gaps most security teams miss
**About the speaker:**
Harold has been doing this for over 15 years. Red team operations, penetration testing, vulnerability research, exploit development — the full spectrum. He's authored boot2root and CTF challenges, built open-source security tools, and written tutorials that have been floating around the community for years. If you've done any offensive security training or CTF work, there's a good chance you've run into his stuff.
**Details:**
\- Thursday\, April 16\, 2026
\- Doors at 6:30 PM\. Talk starts shortly after\.
\- Stan\, 100 Queens Quay East\, Toronto
Stick around after for the hallway track. That's where half the good conversations happen.
DC416 is Toronto's DEFCON group. Monthly meetups. Technical talks. No vendor pitches. No fluff.
Building World-Class Engineering & UX Teams at Scale
Autodesk is shaping how the world is designed — and this **[Obsidi® Tech Talk](https://carter.obsidi.com/event/e58ee68d-8aad-4f1d-a9d0-1631a21fd5ad?utm_source=obsidi&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=techtalks-2026-apr-16&utm_content=meetup-hyperlink&utm_obsidi_source=events)** gives you direct access to the teams behind that impact.
Join senior Engineering and UX leaders on April 16, 2026, for an inside look at how high-performing product organizations build, scale, and ship at an enterprise level.
From working with massive datasets to designing tools used by millions across industries, you’ll hear how real teams solve complex technical challenges — not just what worked, but what didn’t.
This session goes beyond theory. Expect practical insights into modern tech stacks, cross-functional collaboration, leadership decision-making, and the trade-offs of building at scale. You’ll leave with clear takeaways you can apply to your own projects, teams, and career trajectory.
Whether you’re leading squads, architecting systems, or preparing for your next career move — this conversation is built for engineers who want to level up.
Register Now - **[CLICK HERE](https://carter.obsidi.com/event/e58ee68d-8aad-4f1d-a9d0-1631a21fd5ad?utm_source=obsidi&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=techtalks-2026-apr-16&utm_content=meetup-hyperlink&utm_obsidi_source=events)**
Contemporary dance - weekly class | Beginner Friendly
Instagram @nina.philflow
A contemporary dance class for anyone who wants to explore movement — no experience needed, just an open mind and comfortable clothes.
Each session may include a mix of:
* Movement fundamentals and body awareness
* Improvisation and play
* Short choreographic phrases
* Simple partnering and group dynamics
We work with ideas like weight, flow, momentum, and sensing — building a physical vocabulary that's accessible whether you've never danced before or come from another movement background.
**Where:** 155 East Beaver Creek Rd, Richmond Hill
**When:** Every Saturday 2:30-4:00pm
**Cost:** $25 for 1st session \| $45 drop\-in \| $40 come with a friend or 4\-class pack \| $35 for 8\-class pack
**About the Instructor**
Nina holds an MA in Dance Performance from Trinity Laban, London (UK), and has taught in London, Toronto, Waterloo and Hong Kong. She brings a warm, exploratory approach to every class and believes dance is for everyone.
**What to Bring**
* Comfortable clothes you can move freely in (long pants recommended)
* Socks — avoid very slippery ones
* A bottle of water
Looking forward to dancing together — feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
For dance tips, class snippets, and book recommendations, follow along on Instagram **@nina.philflow**
Dupont Morning Code
[Summary]
This meetup is for those who are interested in code, web development, design, cloud, or AI. All levels are welcome, so feel free to bring your laptop and discuss what you are working on or what you are learning. You can share your projects and ideas with other participants freely. There are outlets and WiFi, drinks are about $5 for tea, they take card only.
[Price]
Attendance is FREE. But you need to buy something from the venue.
[Policies]
\- We do not tolerate harassment of our members
\- We remind users that that this meetup is intended for networking and hobby development\, and any attempts at using this meetup event as a dating platform will not be not be tolerated
Further information: https://torontostack.exchange/
Connection Labs Online (aka Crossroads & Connections)
### Each Crossroads & Connections workshop is a fast, friendly mash-up: short demos, paired practices and intentional reflection. We keep it light, embodied, and social—so wisdom lands in your muscles and your circle, not only your mind. There isn’t one technique that fixes everything, for everyone, in every situation.
### What is it?
We pair complementary domains to spark shared flow, fresh insight, and unforgettable “aha!” moments. You leave with lived skills, not just notes.
* **Dialogue** gets you out of solo spin: small-group formats expose blind spots and sharpen “shared reality,” so your next move matches *this* person and *this* moment.
* **Imaginal** practice is guided “as if” rehearsal you look *through*, not *at*: walking the beats before the scene means your body recognizes turns when stakes rise.
* **Mindfulness** steadies the camera: attention stops jerking around, drama gets de-amplified, and you can catch the instant you’re narrating motives and swap in one honest question.
* **Embodiment** makes it actionable through direct, non-verbal experience and how your inner experience matches your outer expression.
Facilitators: Varies
Fee: $30USD - Or a 10-pack for $200USD
[Please visit here](https://awakentomeaning.com/crossroads-and-connections/) for registration and more information.
Awakening to What's Here: Attuning to Self & Others
This is an online Sunday retreat to: **develop basic fluency** in the practices, concepts, and **language of spiritual experience** with like-minded people; **cultivate attunement** and connection with oneself and others; access flow states, embodied awareness, grounded and centered presence & consciousness; and taste the transcendent already present in the core of our being.
This workshop is for anyone who struggles to notice or articulate their subtle experience, and/or those who struggle to slow down, to drop out of drive gear into neutral; those wanting **out of the doing mode and enter into the being mode**; to awaken the inner source of meaning, value, purpose, connection, and wisdom; and to share that presence in relation to others.
We’ll move through a multi‑modal series of participatory practices across the DIME framework – Dialogical, Imaginal, Mindfulness, and Embodiment – as a foundation for a practical philosophy and intentional way of life.
Practices include: body scan meditation, mindful speaking and listening, focused and open awareness meditation, contemplation of a sacred text, invoking the spirit of a philosophically meaningful text, practices evoking a felt sense of “moreness” or “suchness”, other authentic relating groupwork and a creative self‑expression and self‑exploration practice.
**No prior experience is needed** – just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
**Duration:** 6.5hrs (with breaks)
### About your Facilitators
**Rick Repetti, PhD. -** Professor of Philosophy & VP of APPA
Rick’s list of credentials could justify it’s own page. Relative to this workshop, he’s a Philosophical Consultant, and Socratic Dialogue facilitator, faculty member of the Philosophical Practitioners Association of India, meditation instructor here at ATM, founding member of the CUNY Mindfulness and Contemplative Studies group, multiple decades practitioner and instructor of meditation and yoga, and 4th degree black belt in Shotokan Karate. He’s also written things, many things, such as *Buddhism, Meditation and Free Will: A Theory of Mental Freedom* (Routledge 2019)
**Taylor Barratt -** Director at Awaken to Meaning, Integral Facilitator
As Director of Practice and Education with Awaken to Meaning, Taylor brings over 13 years of experience in facilitation, design, and training. Along with John, he has been a robust voice of guidance in the design and pedagogical execution of TIAMAT. He’s a certified Integral Facilitator and has co-designed the Socratic Search Space, Socratic Imaginal Self-Reflection as well as the pedagogical structures for Dialectic-into Dialogos
**Facilitation:** Rick Repetti & Taylor Barratt
Circle-X | Networking Event
Looking to connect with like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the GTA?
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming networking evening hosted by Circle-X.
This is a great opportunity to meet new people, have meaningful conversations, and expand your network in a comfortable and friendly environment.
Whether you’re a business owner, working professional, or simply looking to connect with others, this event is designed to bring people together without the pressure of traditional networking.
This is an open event, and everyone is welcome.
***Circle-X: Private. Curated. By Invitation Only.***
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What If Your AI Could Be a Team? - Chad Green
**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you.
The building address is 4450 Bridge Park
The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400
You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge.
**Abstract**
GitHub Copilot is powerful, but what if you could scale from a solo AI assistant to an entire team of specialized agents working in parallel? This session introduces Squad: an open-source framework for multi-agent orchestration that lets you define teams of AI agents with specific roles, responsibilities, and expertise.
We'll progress from Copilot basics to the Copilot CLI, explore how Agents add autonomy, and see how Instructions and Skills let you customize agent behavior. Then, the climax: a live demo where a Squad team of 3 agents (Lead, Developer, Tester) stands up and builds a working application in real-time, showcasing true multi-agent collaboration.
Whether you're new to AI or exploring how to scale your use of Copilot, this session will show you what's possible when agents work as a team.
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to:
* develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment
* share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other
* learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas
***NOTE:*** Pre-registration is required for this event. **Please arrive 10 minutes early** to check in at the security desk.
HOW TO BE A BETTER COMMUNICATOR - A FREE IN-PERSON SEMINAR
How to be a Better Communicator
Communication is everything in life
Sunday, 23 February at 2pm.
You are only as successful as your ability to communicate.
\- What if you could confidently talk to anyone?
\- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation?
\- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence?
You can!
The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate.
Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215
For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024
Unity GameDev Hangout – Tools, Workflows & Open Discussion
This is a relaxed, community-driven Unity GameDev meetup.
There’s no strict agenda this time — just developers getting together to talk shop, share projects, and exchange ideas.
**Some topics that may come up (based on attendee interest):**
• Frame Debugger & performance tooling
• Addressables & additive scene workflows
• Input System, localization, responsive UI
• AI integration approaches
• DevOps & LiveOps experiences
• Full lifecycle: idea → cross-platform publishing
• Favorite Asset Store tools and hidden gems
• Weird Unity quirks we’ve all run into
*Nothing is locked in.*
Bring a project if you’d like.
Bring a question.
Bring a lesson learned.
Or just come hang out and meet other developers.
All skill levels welcome!
HOW TO BE A BETTER COMMUNICATOR - A FREE SEMINAR
Communication is everything in life
You are only as successful as your ability to communicate.
\- What if you could confidently talk to anyone?
\- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation?
\- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence?
You can!
The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate.
Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215
For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024
Site Building with Etch (Class 01 of 10) (FEE BASED)
**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT NOTES:**
1. The dates for this series are simply placeholders at the moment. We are working on our 2026 schedule, and adjustments are forthcoming.
2. Each class in this series has an attendance fee.
3. Each class, from BOTH a sign-up and fee perspective, is a separate entity.
4. As the Etch toolset evolves, so too will the class outline below.
**Introduction:**
Our Site Building with Etch class provides detailed instructions on the philosophy of the Etch development framework, as well as in-depth, hands-on instruction on using the Etch environment and associated tools. Anyone familiar with Kevin Geary and the Digital Gravy set of products will tell you that they offer ground-breaking approaches to professional WordPress site development.
As we write this, the Etch toolset and environment are rapidly taking shape, with weekly quantum leaps forward in WordPress development methodologies. As early investors in the Etch product offering and its development process, we are actively testing and evaluating the toolset as it takes shape. We are beyond excited to see how WordPress site development is being modernized, and can't wait to bring this course set to you. It will be a paradigm shift in page and site development within WordPress, as well as moving your development mindset light-years forward.
Join us as we explore Etch and dive deep into development approaches that will genuinely elevate your craft as a website developer and agency provider. Scalable, responsive, compliant websites are now within easy reach, and Etch provides both the platform and toolset to take you there.
**The breakdown of the 10-class series is as follows:**
* Class 01 - TBD
* Class 02 - TBD
* Class 03 - TBD
* Class 04 - TBD
* Class 05 - TBD
* Class 06 - TBD
* Class 07 - TBD
* Class 08 - TBD
* Class 09 - TBD
* Class 10 - TBD
Throughout the class sessions listed above, we cover the following key areas of web development with Etch:
* **Introduction to Etch Interface:**
* Familiarization with the toolset's layout and understanding how to navigate and interact with its various components.
* **Visual Site Building:**
* Techniques for creating layouts using Etch's interface, incorporating sections, divs, containers, and elements to build semantically correct page structures.
* **Styling and Design:**
* Utilizing Etch's styling approach to customize elements, apply global CSS classes for consistent design, and leverage features like Flexbox and CSS Grid for responsive layouts.
* **Dynamic Content and Custom Fields:**
* Integrating dynamic content from custom post types and custom field plugins (like ACF, Meta Box, and even built-in fields) to build data-driven websites.
* **Component Building:**
* Creating and managing reusable components for headers, footers, post type layouts, and other site-wide elements.
* **Performance Optimization:**
* Understanding how Etch contributes to fast-loading websites and implementing performance best practices.
* **Advanced Features:**
* Depending on the class level, it might delve into advanced topics such as conditional logic, interactions, and custom code integration to enable more complex functionality.
The series aims to equip participants with the skills to efficiently build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using Etch, catering to both beginners and experienced web developers alike.
The Story So Far: A WiA Reflection Circle
A WiA Collective Wisdom Exchange
At the start of this year, we gathered to look back, set intentions, and imagine the next chapter.
This is the follow-up.
Not a check-in. Not a progress report. A small, facilitated circle to reconnect with what you said mattered — and honestly explore what’s actually happening now.
Together, we’ll explore:
• What you intended at the start of this year - and what that looks like three months in
• What’s surprised you, supported you, or shifted
• What the next chapter needs now that you know what you know
If you were at our January gathering, bring whatever you made or wrote — your word, your artifact, your intention. We’ll look at it with fresh eyes. If this is your first time, you belong here too. You’ll start where we all started: with what’s true right now.
Optional art materials will be available for anyone who wants to reflect creatively alongside conversation. If you brought something home from January, you’re warmly invited to bring it back.
The intention is the same as always: everyone leaves feeling more clear, more connected, and a little lighter.
Space is intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate.
What to Expect
• A small, welcoming circle (not a large meetup)
• Structured conversation so everyone has space to speak
• Reflection, listening, and lived experience — not advice-giving
• Optional creative reflection alongside conversation
• A calm, supportive environment
Who This Is For
Women and underrepresented folks working in or around agile, product, technology, leadership, or organizational change — especially those looking for honest conversation and community beyond frameworks and buzzwords.
Good to Know
• No preparation required
• If you attended in January, we invite you to bring anything you created or wrote (or something that represents your intention at the start of the year) - it’s optional but invited
• Participation is invitational; listening is always welcome
• Creative activities are optional





















