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**Description** Coming Out Being Out (COBO) is a peer discussion group that has served the LGBT community for over 15 years in downtown Toronto. We meet to share stories and opinions, challenges and triumphs at all stages of coming out and being out. COBO participants are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit and questioning people. We welcome all who identify under the banner of queer sexual orientation and gender identity. **What We Do** \|\-\| COBO participants are often seeking to: * Understand what experiences others have in coming out to family, friends and their respective communities. * Develop comfort in discussing their identity with others. * Meet others having the same experiences when it comes to living openly. * Receive the encouragement of peers. \|\-\| Regular topics of discussion include: * How people choose to come out (at work, with family, with friends). * Where to find others like us in the community. * Challenges and triumphs in navigating family and partner relationships. **Where & When** * Every Wednesday from 6-8pm * Community meeting space at Casey House - 119 Isabella St., Toronto **How to Access the Meeting** Registration on Meetup is not required to attend. Attendance is on a drop-in basis. The front door to our meeting space at Casey House is controlled by the main floor receptionist. To access the space when you arrive: * Press the button to the left of the main entrance door. * Tell the receptionist that you are there for the COBO meeting. * You will be buzzed in and someone from our group will come to show you to the meeting. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON WEDNESDAY! *COBO is a community group led by non-professional peer facilitators and is not a Casey House program.*

**Our next event is coming up!** Come out and join us on **Wednesday, February 18th from 6:30pm - 9:00pm** for our next Monthly meetup. This is a FREE Event. **Register on Eventbrite: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981331028442](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981331028442)** \-\-\-\- The Vaughan Investors Club monthly networking event — a casual, engaging evening where real estate investors at all stages come together to learn, connect, share, and grow. We’ll start with an economic and market update to keep you in the loop on what’s happening and what it means for investors. We'll also explore the question on everyone’s mind: is now a good time to invest? We also have an Exclusive Investment Opportunity with VIC Capital Partners on how you can invest alongside us in our next Multi-Family Property. Our Investments are hassle free for you, and generate double digit returns much stronger than traditional investments. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your portfolio, you’ll leave with valuable insights and great connections. Come on out to Learn, Share and Grow together \-\-\-\- ### **For more details on our speakers and to register, check our our Eventbrite page!** \-\-\-\- **Tickets:** Visit our Eventbrite posting to get tickets - **[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981331028442](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981331028442)** This is a Free Event The location of our meetup is at **28 Roytec Road - Unit 201, Vaughan ON L4L 8E4** Seating is limited, Please get your tickets to ensure we have a seat for everyone. We look forward to seeing you there!

🇺🇸 **Attention Active Military & Veterans Unlock Your VA Homebuyer Benefits!** 🏡✨ Ready to take the leap into homeownership? Now's the perfect time to dive into your VA benefits and capitalize on the current market! Join our In Person Heroes MeetUp Wednesday at 6 PM for an exciting and informative masterclass designed just for you. What You'll Discover: 🔑 **How to purchase a home with Zero Down VA Loan** 🎯 **Insights on Seller Paid Closing Costs, Concessions and Interest Rate Buy Down** 💸 **Our exclusive Heroes Star Nationwide Program** 🏠 **Using your BAH to qualify for your dream home** ❓ **What a VA No-No is and why it matters** 🚚 **Our Nationwide Relocation Service tailored for Heroes** This FREE Masterclass is proudly sponsored & presented by Heroes Star a nationwide program dedicated to providing Resources, Education, and Savings to all Heroes. 🎖️❤️In-Person VA Homebuyer Masterclass With an Online Option Available. **Agenda** · **5:30pm Registration / Doors Open** · **6:00pm Workshop Begins** · **7:00pm Q&A** **Don't miss out! Sign up now and empower your home buying journey!** 🏠💪✨ **🔑 Register now and secure your spot.**

### The Hip Haus presents: [Professionals Networking Event](https://thehiphaus.com "https://thehiphaus.com")! Hosted at Mademoiselle ### \*\*\*\* What is The Hip Haus? \*\*\*\*The Hip Haus is an organization that exists to empower young and experienced professionals alike in the GTA and help the growth of local business. As professionals (especially post pandemic world) it is sometimes difficult to network with other like minded individuals, get good career advice or simply make connections with others you may be able to help or get help from. The Hip Haus is committed to providing social gatherings in an atmosphere where such networking can take place. \*\*\*\* Who Should Attend? \*\*\*\*The Hip Haus events are ***19+***. The focus however is the growth and development of professionals in the GTA. It doesn’t matter if you are a business owner, have a job, are looking for a job, recently graduated university/college, still in university/college, looking for others to launch a new idea or just want to meet other professionals, our events are for you. Remember that Industry is Industry. One is not better than the other to The Hip Haus. We are expecting a diverse range of industry professionals. Our events in clude professionals from Tech & AI to Entrepreneurs, Musicians, Artists, Bankers, I.T Professionals, Accountants, Investors, Advertising/Marketing Professionals, Bloggers, Authors, Lawyers, Doctors, Dentists (This List Can Clearly Go On). ALL ARE WELCOME! \*\*\*\* What to Expect at Our Events? \*\*\*\*Bring Business cards or have your LinkedIn QR code at the ready. Networking! That is the key to these events. Sure it can be a great place to hang out and have a beer with a few friends but it is important to come with an open mind to meet new people and make new connections. Build your network of friends/colleagues/advisors to help yourself as well as them. The Hip Haus wants the professionals of the GTA to come together to help foster personal and professional development. \*\*\*\* Dress Code! \*\*\*\*This is a tricky one. There is NO strict dress code but remember this; you are meeting professionals in an informal manner and we all know first impressions last forever. Come dressed in a way that would allow you to be comfortable and professional according to your industry. Consider This…would a professional musician/artist necessarily dress the same as an investment banker at work? Be who you are or who you want to be. #YoungProfessionalsNetworking #ProfessionalsNetworking #EntrepreneurNetworking #FounderEvents #FounderNetworking #AINetworkingToronto #TechNetworkingEvents #YoungProfessionalsAI #EntrepreneursAI #AIandTechToronto #NetworkingEventsGTA #IssabellsToronto **\*\* Let's Get Social!\*\*** WEB: [www.thehiphaus.com](http://www.thehiphaus.com/ "http://www.thehiphaus.com/") [INSTAGRAM](m/thehiphaus/ "m/thehiphaus/") \| [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/thehiphaus "https://www.facebook.com/thehiphaus") \| [TWITTER](https://twitter.com/thehiphaus "https://twitter.com/thehiphaus")

Bagua is a style of Kung Fu that uses circular movements and evasive stepping to overcome force with smoothness. It is similar to Tai Chi, but faster and more dynamic. We will meet at 3 pm on the grass near the front gate of Alexander Muir Memorial Garden near the corner of Yonge and Lawrence. Our focus will be on strong kung fu basics, developing body and mind and self defense. Class is $20, wear seasonable and comfortable clothing.

# DESI HAKKA AFFAIRS OPEN MIC **Hosted by Tony Sagar** **Every Thursday - 8:00 PM** Desi Hakka Affairs, 3415 Dixie Rd, Mississauga ## WHAT'S GOING DOWN 12 comics bringing their best A real audience Real laughs Everyone else takes home trauma and character development. ## THURSDAY NIGHTS - THE NEW GTA HOTSPOT Forget waiting for the weekend. **Thursday is where it's at.** The energy. The crowd. The best comedy lineup in Mississauga. This is your new weekly tradition. ## FREE TICKETS FOR THE AUDIENCE ## COMICS – SIGN UP TO PERFORM Bring your tightest 5 minutes and your emotional baggage: **[https://forms.gle/FUT5C6KCoeJSNm3dA](https://forms.gle/FUT5C6KCoeJSNm3dA)** ## NOW BOOKING SPOTS FOR **Thursday, February 19**

This is a practical, supportive **burnout recovery conversation** — not therapy, not a sales pitch, and no fixing required. I mean… c’mon now. Seriously. When is “enough is enough,” if not now? Running in circles. Avoiding thinking because thinking hurts. Not changing daily routines because *what if?* Hi, I’m **Siniša**, a Toronto-based, Rhodes Wellness College-certified life coach. I help everyday people move from exhaustion and autopilot toward feeling more aligned and energized again. This is a **free, in-person, 45-minute small-group session** focused on clarity and practical shifts — not emotional dumping and not motivational hype. **You’ll learn to:** * Reduce the burnout spiral and protect your energy (without overhauling your life); * Learn how to hear and trust your inner guidance — yes, regular humans have this too; * Create better alignment between your daily life and what actually matters (because not everything does); * Leave with personal, actionable steps you can use immediately. This is a **guided conversation**, with space to listen, reflect, and share briefly if you choose. You’re welcome to step in or out as needed. Perfect for busy professionals, tradespeople, stay-at-home parents, creatives, overthinkers, procrastinators, and anyone stuck on autopilot — flying straight toward the mountain. Expect a grounded, respectful, lighthearted space with real takeaways you can use right away. *This is a calm, respectful discussion intended for adults who are able to self-regulate and participate considerately in a shared public space.*

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Let's meetup for some casual food and drink. Talk some Tech and Business and meet new contacts. Feel free to share the latest projects you are working on. Or just make some new friends to kick back within this great city.

Each week there is some recommended readings to be done before we meet. **Please see the attached schedule for this week's readings.** The Bible Timeline® study program takes you on a guided journey through salvation history. Presenter Jeff Cavins will show you how fourteen of the Bible’s narrative books tell the biblical story from beginning to end and will give you the keys to understanding the amazing story woven throughout Scripture. The Bible Timeline will teach you how to read and understand the entire Bible and introduce you to the wonderful narrative of Scripture in a way that will transform your life. The online material can be bought online through the link below (optional). However, each session we can share copies for you to have discussion questions in class and reading guideline for the next session. https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-bible-timeline-the-story-of-salvation-online-video-access

Be sure to give us your CELL PHONE number when you register, to be able to text you the ZOOM INFO. We run a full-service Real Estate Company and would love to show you how you can learn the basic concept of Velocity Banking/ Debt Elimination which includes: -How to pay off any mortgage in 7-10 years -Become debt-free in 3-4 years -How to pay off your student loans in 3-4 years How to create a real 10-year retirement plan. WITHOUT using any extra money out of your pocket. Want a sneak peek: [https://shorter.app/3i4De](https://shorter.app/3i4De) Whether you have student loans, a 30-year mortgage, an auto loan or credit card debt, there are banking strategies that allow you to pay these off in a third of the time saving hundreds of thousands in interest payments. Stop being a debt slave to the bank! Want a sneak peek: [https://shorter.app/3i4De](https://shorter.app/3i4De)

Be sure to give us your CELL PHONE number when you register, to be able to text you the ZOOM INFO. We run a full-service Real Estate Company and would love to show you how you can learn the basic concept of Velocity Banking/ Debt Elimination which includes: -How to pay off any mortgage in 7-10 years -Become debt-free in 3-4 years -How to pay off your student loans in 3-4 years How to create a real 10-year retirement plan. WITHOUT using any extra money out of your pocket. Want a sneak peek: [https://shorter.app/3i4De](https://shorter.app/3i4De) Whether you have student loans, a 30-year mortgage, an auto loan or credit card debt, there are banking strategies that allow you to pay these off in a third of the time saving hundreds of thousands in interest payments. Stop being a debt slave to the bank! Want a sneak peek: [https://shorter.app/3i4De](https://shorter.app/3i4De)

Thinking about buying a home one day but not sure where to start? Join us for a free home buyer seminar where we break down the entire process - from financing and pre-approval to making an offer and closing. Learn what to expect, what it really costs, and how to prepare with confidence. Plus a live Q&A with industry professionals. Location: 22 East 21st Street, 5th Floor

**REWI Business Professional Coffee & Connections** Join us for REWI Business Professional Coffee & Connections. A casual Networking meetup where you can sip coffee, share what you do and connect with other local entrepreneurs

### **REWI Business Professional Coffee & Connections** Join us for REWI Business Professional Coffee & Connections. A casual Networking meetup where you can sip coffee, share what you do and connect with other local entrepreneurs

Join us this month at the **Crowne Plaza Hotel in Saddle Brook**, hosted at the **Sky Restaurant & Lounge**, for an evening of real estate investing, networking, and education. **Enjoy free hot food and a cash bar while connecting with fellow investors.** **March Discussion** **Analyzing Fix-and-Flip Deals in Today’s Market: Risk, Numbers, and Execution** Glen and Paul will walk through the disciplined framework experienced investors use to analyze fix-and-flip opportunities. The session will cover how professionals evaluate purchase price, renovation scope, risk exposure, and exit assumptions, using practical examples drawn from real transactions. Whether you’re new to investing or actively doing deals, this discussion is designed to strengthen decision-making and avoid common analytical mistakes. **FREE TO ATTEND \| RSVP IS REQUIRED** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Private Event: Exclusively for Real Estate Enthusiasts** Due to Peak Private Lending sponsoring our meetup networking events, we kindly request that Hard Money or Private Money Lending Companies, their representatives, Money Brokers, Individual Money Lenders, and Real Estate Educational Companies REFRAIN from attending. Your understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated. We have been the original Wholesalers and Rehabbers Networking Event since 2002. And one of the Largest Educational Meetup Groups in New Jersey. **Hosts:** Glen and Paul Gallucci - Real Estate Experts and Private Lenders Educating Investors over 30 years. **Event Details:** 6:30 pm - 8:00pm - **Real Estate Networking, Hot food and a cash bar** 8:00 pm - 9:00pm - Educational discussion by the hosts, real estate investors and private money lenders Glen & Paul Gallucci. **Sponsored by:** Peak Private Lending -"NJ's Most Trusted Private Lender!"

Topic: Innovative targeting of Home Sellers Investors and Real Estate Agents, come learn how to find the homeowner’s ready to sell and then how to get top dollar on your listing or flip! Speaker: Sean Quinn Top Agent – Compass [https://preptosold.com/](https://preptosold.com/) When: February 18, 2026 (Wednesday) 6:30-9:30 Where: The Brick of Hackensack 150 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601 FREE VALET PARKING IN THE REAR: Pull up to the metal gate – it will open, pull to the valet on the left $20 RSVP $25 at the Door. Food and drinks served.