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**Attention attendees!** **To register via Luma, use** [Link](https://luma.com/pls4l4lq) **To register via Eventbrite, use** [Link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tech-networking-event-by-startup-valley-in-toronto-tickets-1964077326154?aff=oddtdtcreator) Warning: The meetup is not a platform for RSVP registration; for this, you need to follow[ ](https://lu.ma/z9y3bmps)[thisLink ](https://luma.com/pls4l4lq)to purchase a registration ticket. The meetup is one of the platforms through which we offer participation in our events. **Join Us for Our Networking Event in Toronto!** We host networking events every two weeks, bringing together startups and investors from diverse industries. This is your chance to connect with leading entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and expand your business network. Don’t miss the opportunity to pitch your startup, gain valuable insights from industry experts, and secure funding. We look forward to seeing you at our event! **What You Can Achieve at Our Events:** • **Find Investors:** Pitchers are included in our exclusive distribution to venture funds, syndicates, and angel investors. • **Expand Your Network:** Build meaningful connections with peers, mentors, and partners. • **Receive Feedback:** Gain expert advice on strategies and growth. • **Validate Ideas:** Test your concepts with professionals and industry leaders. • **Scale Your Business:** Learn strategies for growth and market expansion. • **Relaxed Atmosphere:** Network in a casual cocktail-party setting. • **Problem-Solving:** Collaborate with others to find solutions and exchange ideas. At our events, you’ll gain practical tools to tackle these challenges. **Requirements:** • Must be 21+ • Neat appearance • Positive attitude • A minimum of 1 drink purchased at the bar (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) 🤝 **Our Partner Venue:** To continue hosting events at this space, we kindly ask participants to purchase 1–2 drinks at the bar. Thank you for your support. **Who Will Be There:** • Venture capital representatives • Entrepreneurs • Startup founders • Marketers • Experienced professionals from various industries • HR specialists • Innovators • Investors • Accelerator and incubator representatives • AI experts from the USA, Europe, Asia, and the UK 📈 **Pitch Your Startup:** Send your pitch deck to **contact.us@startupvalley.club** and submit your [application!](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2-fPpcfFx0LYKmjo4Yht3c4583c3e6asxJeUEocar7yXw-A/viewform) 💼 **For Investors:** Expand your network, evaluate startups, and access our global database. Complete your application on our [website](https://startupvalley.club) to receive weekly digests and curated lists of startups. Enjoy free access to our events as part of your membership. 🎟 **Reserve Your Tickets Today!** We are also expanding our partner network to provide even more tailored solutions for your projects. Sincerely, **[The Startup Valley Team](https://startupvalley.club/)**

We are following our favourite trivia host, Simon from Are You Smarter than a Scottish Guy, to one of his other weekly locations: One-Eyed Jack's at 287 Richmond Road (between John and Peter Streets). The beer selection at this location is quite minimal but their food menu is good - https://www.oneeyedjackpub.com/torontomenu. They have a $0.95 wing special with lots of flavours. The trivia starts at 7:00pm with first question at 7:15 pm. We have a pair of tables (12 people) reserved under Steve so far. Serious RSVPs only as no-shows prevent us from fielding a complete team. Top prizes is a gift certificate for the next visit. Other prizes are a free round for the table and nachos. There is also a small prize for best team name, so put on your creative hat; the host seems to like puns and prefers short team names. Let's have some fun, eat some wings, and hopefully win!

This event is a creative working session for artists of all skill levels and fields to come and work together. There is no formal structure, we'll all say hi then work on our projects, and at the end talk about what we worked on. There won't be any required sharing or criticism. Just working with other artists and hearing about what they worked on and getting inspired! Also an opportunity to commit to being creative more frequently. We'll meet at the second floor at Sud Forno as they have ample seating (https://maps.app.goo.gl/uYL1dh6rtNykYCA37). Come meet other creative people, work on your projects, and get inspired!

Happy 2026 to you all! Did you know on any given IELTS test, 75% of the candidates will fail to reach a score of 6? This is a shout-out to international residents seeking steady, reliable and professional preparation for the IELTS test at no charge, whether General or Academic. This is not for last-minute, panicking candidates, but for people who intend to build their success. A class will take place online twice a week on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, delivered by a very experienced former IELTS examiner. One weekly class will be at lunch time (IELTS for Lunch) at EST, the other on an evening (Pop-Up IELTS) that will change week to week. Members will get a notification at least 24 hours in advance. Job aids containing notes from the class are available. If you wish to actually practice and get feedback, you may choose from two packages. Writing and speaking private sessions and feedback programs are delivered live through Lolart Academy, or online via Zoom. Full access to our Gaming the IELTS website with speaking and writing exercises and games are included. Ask for details in class. **A LIST of the STRATEGY LESSONS** 1. **IELTS Myths - Presentation and Q&A.** Many people believe things that are untrue about the IELTS test. Let's set the record straight! 2. **The Writing Tests** **–** **How They Are Scored.** You may be surprised by the traps that crash your score and the rules that govern what counts! 3. **The Speaking Test - How Each Part Is Scored.** Find out why the speaking test is has three parts (Hint: they are looking for different things). Take control and give the examiner what he or she values. 4. **Paraphrasing - Four Methods.** There are four main methods of paraphrasing, so there is no excuse for getting stuck. This lesson and job aid are useful for Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. 5. **Nature of the Question - Decode Oral Questions.** As far as we know, no other course teaches the four types of speaking questions that repeat with regularity and have specific test missions. 6. **Analyzing a Task 2 Essay Question: Decode Written Questions.** Coherence and Cohesion plus Task Response are two writing sub-scores that make up half of your writing score. See beyond grammar and vocabulary to raise your score and your confidence in ways too many IELTS courses neglect. 7. **Observing & Imaging - Content Gathering for Essays.** So many scores are low due to sheer ignorance of issues. Let me show you that you know more than you think you know in one of my most popular classes. 8. **Sentence Variety - More is More!** If you think an essay full of long, complex sentences guarantees a high score, you could not be more wriong! 9. **Syntax Games and Our Online Self-Study Resource**: an introduction to how the Gaming the IELTS website works for you. 10. **Verb Tenses for the IELTS Speaking Test.** How to generate legitimate perfect tenses for a high grammar score. 11. **Task 1 Academic – General.** Some models for your use. 12. **Task 1 Academic – Do the Math.** Did you know Part 1 Academic Writing is 30% of your whole writing score? Almost no one does a good job on this! Learn the fundamentals to the math-based Part 1 Writing questions. 13. **Task 1 Academic – Pie Charts & Bar Graphs.** Unlock 150 word, top-score responses. 14. **Task 1 Academic – Tables.** See the patterns, wow the examiner. 15. **Task 1 Academic – Line Graphs.** A step-by-step guaranteed score-raiser, this lesson will put you in the driver's seat for the graph's journey through time. 16. **Task 1 Academic – Maps & Plans.** Learn the ways to boost your score: what verb tenses do these types of questions invite? 17. **Task 1 Academic – Flow Charts and Processes.** Processes are about verb tenses, paraphrasing, and sequence language. Processes add a twist: navigation. 18. **Guided Reading Test Practice.** The current wisdom on approaches. 19. **Guided Listening Test Practice.** The current wisdom on approaches. 20\. Task 2 Essay Theme Practice: Let's tackle essays together\! 10 Themes and hundreds of questions: this is an audience \(volunteer\) participation in an essay analysis\, planning and writing \- start to finish\. ***Drop in. Try out our free strategy classes.*** ***You decide your pace and commitment.*** ***Remember, access to online classes is closed five minutes after the start time.***

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.

**Attention attendees!** **To register via Luma, use** [Link](https://luma.com/pls4l4lq) **To register via Eventbrite, use** [Link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-pitch-networking-toronto-tickets-1964077327157?aff=oddtdtcreator) Warning: The meetup is not a platform for RSVP registration; for this, you need to follow[ ](https://lu.ma/z9y3bmps)[thisLink ](https://luma.com/pls4l4lq)to purchase a registration ticket. The meetup is one of the platforms through which we offer participation in our events. **Hi there!** **🚀 Dear Participants! Join our event Toronto!** Meet and get acquainted with Startup Founders, Business Professionals and Investors. Pitch to the audience with your project and seize your chance to dive into the world of business, technology, and venture capital. **💡 Why You Can't-Miss It:** Engage with leading experts and founders in the Tech & Business, and top investors to gain deep insights and valuable networking. This event is a must-attend for those looking to gain ideas, experience, and valuable connections. **📈 Present Your Startup in the Tech & Business:** Showcase your startup in the Tech & Business! Email your pitch deck to **contact.us@startupvalley.club** and seize the opportunity to impress both the audience and investors! Also, you need to fill out the application to participate as a pitcher/speaker at the event. [Apply now!](https://forms.gle/k6BuzhzbqXHA7gBY7) **💼 We Welcome New Investors:** We invite investors to our event to expand their network, get acquainted with new startups, evaluate them, provide their feedback, participate in discussions, and gain access to a database of new and promising startups from around the world. If you're interested in attending our event as an investor, please register through [this link](https://startupvalley.club) If you'd like access to a database of promising startup projects and additional benefits from Startup Valley, please fill out this [application,](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn1s8f5_R3iaqYoJ4aU2q1IxcFXIZIQElD6cEcv8YkRQhaUA/viewform) and our team will contact you: [this link](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn1s8f5_R3iaqYoJ4aU2q1IxcFXIZIQElD6cEcv8YkRQhaUA/viewform) **🎤Startup Presentations in the Tech & Business and Expert Evaluations:** Startups from various industries, prepare for your moment of glory with a 5-minute presentation scheduled for 07:40 PM, followed by invaluable feedback from our panel of venture capitalists and angel investors. **Who will you meet at the event:** * Founders * Investors or VC companies * Marketers, Salespeople, Business Advisers * Game changers * AI Experts * Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia, and the United Kingdom **Requirements to attendants:** * Neat appearance * Good mood * **1 drink bought at the bar (non-alcohol works too)** 🤝The venue where we host our events is our partner. To continue hosting events at this location, please consider purchasing 1-2 drinks at the bar. Thank you. **Time:** **Event time:** 6:00 -9:00 PM **Pitch time:** 7:40 -8:20 PM **🎟Join our event, and secure your ticket today!✨** Sincerely, [Startup Valley](https://startupvalley.club)

## Rehearsal Details: Thursday evenings 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m, Earl Bales Community Centre 4169 Bathurst St., just south of Sheppard, in Toronto. Email our membership chair, if you are interested in attending a rehearsal. **Lisa Taylor: 647-886-1766, [membershipchair@torontoaccolades.com](mailto:membershipchair@torontoaccolades.com)** Do you love to sing? Do you love performing for live audiences? The Toronto Accolades Chorus brings women-centric singers together to sing and perform a cappella harmony. Harmony connects people from all backgrounds, ages, and musical abilities to create a community where you can not only sing, but find a space to connect with other strong and dedicated people just like you. For decades, we've provided a venue for singers to express themselves, make quality music together, and form bonds beyond measure, and we invite you to join us for the ride. We welcome guests and work with them to find out their voice range and to determine what part (lead, tenor, baritone or bass) they would sing best. Guests are given a music folder and encouraged to participate in singing with the chorus in subsequent weeks. Although we continually strive for musical excellence, prior musical training is not necessary to belong to our chorus. We provide everyone with sheet music, audio learning tracks, education and guidance. At the end of 6 weeks, we ask each prospective member to audition, to ensure that they can hold their part in a four-part harmony song.

Join us for a Toronto meetup of creative coders! Every Sunday in January, we're having a meetup to work on generative sketches for Genuary! **What is Genuary?** Genuary is a series of prompts for you to do for every day in January! More info: [https://genuary.art/](https://genuary.art/) **What is creative code?** *Creative coding* refers to anything with an artistic component that uses code as a medium. We welcome artists who use code (for visuals, audio, poetry, or whatever else), designers, animators, toolmakers, researchers, or just enjoyers and people looking to learn more! **Location:** Impact Kitchen on Queens Quay (88 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 0B6) **Join our discord** if you want to talk to everyone before/after the event, or have any suggestions for things you'd like to see or do! [https://discord.gg/ux9txXPsdJ](https://discord.gg/ux9txXPsdJ)

Join the Toronto Founders Hub every other Saturday at 4pm for our regular meetup at 5 Elements Espresso Bar. Sit down with other entrepreneurs to network and discuss business ideas or strategies. \- Broaden your network \- Get critical feedback \- Socialize in low pressure setting I look forward to seeing you!

**It's ALIVE!** This interactive workshop invites writers to **step away from the page** and into a **hands-on creative process** using playdough to design original monsters, aliens, or creatures. Participants will **sculpt their own creations**, then collaborate with others by responding to and building on each other’s designs. The workshop also includes **writing a brief history or micro-short story for each creation** to flesh out its personality, culture, and purpose. By creating characters in a **visual and tactile medium**, writers can unlock new ideas, deepen believability, and discover details they might not find through writing alone. **Suggested donation of $5 to cover the cost of workshop supplies**

Move. Sweat. Smile. Repeat. This is a fun, high-energy Zumba class designed for real people — not performers, not fitness models, just humans who want to move, feel good, and leave happier than they arrived. Must-Bring Comfortable workout clothes (Breathable, stretchy — you should be able to move freely) Indoor running shoes or cross-trainers ✔ Supportive ❌ No sandals, boots, or slippery soles Water bottle You will sweat — hydration is non-negotiable 😄 Small towel (optional but smart) Expect: Easy-to-follow Zumba routines Great music (Latin + global vibes) A welcoming, judgment-free space A workout that feels like a party (but still burns calories 😉) No dance experience needed. No pressure to “get it right.” Just show up and move. Sweat first, snacks after. If you’re free, we may head to a nearby spot to eat together. The first few classes are free as I build the community—come move with us and be part of the beginning.

Come join us at The Wych for a night of karaoke! Belt out your favorite pop songs, heavy metal, rap, musical theatre, or join in on the ensemble cast while serenading the crowd with boy band hits. Vocal talent not required. There is a high chance of making new friends. O̲ppa̲ (っ-̶●̃益●̶̃)っ ,︵‿ S̲t̲yl̲e̲ Our karaoke host is **AJ** \- Make sure to get your name added to the list\! Our Karaoke machine is connected to YouTube so song selection is pretty much UNLIMITED 😵 \! **The Wych** (っ＾▿＾)۶🍸🌟🍺٩(˘◡˘ ) https://wych.ca/menu *Support our host venue; buy a drink!* This is a cool underworld bar, (Entrance down the stairs) and small enough so you can get to know the patrons and other attendees and get to sing a couple of times. The Wych makes some excellent cocktails, and has many non-alcoholic offerings as well. **Public Transit Directions:** On Subway Line 1: You can get off at Eglington West and take the 63A southwards On Subway Line 2: You can get out at Ossington and take the 63A northwards. The stop should be Davenport/Ossington. If in Liberty village or in in between just take the 63A all the way to Davenport and forget the subway. If you're in the south core, take Line 1 to Dupont or Spadina stations and take the 127 bus west to Davenport/Ossington. If on St Clair streetcar line (512) you can take that to Winona drive and walk south. ======== **Support This Group 🥰🤩** We hope you're enjoying the Arts & Rec events! If you'd like to give support, please consider making a small Ko-fi donation of $5-10 USD at [https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto](https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto.)

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm the second & fourth Wednesday of every month at Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (HQ). Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens around 6:45pm. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Two Dollar Radio HQ! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! Other customers are welcome at Two Dollar HQ at the time, so please bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **ACCESSIBILITY:** Two Dollar Radio HQ's entrance door on Cline Street is wheelchair accessible, they have two gender-neutral bathrooms that are both wheelchair accessible, and their ordering and table-seating area is as well. Working service dogs are allowed. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Two Dollar Radio HQ does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public street parking on all surrounding streets, on both sides of Parsons Ave. You are also welcome to park in the Columbus Metropolitan Library parking lot across the street (1113 Parsons Ave). Two Dollar Radio HQ has a bike rack on the corner of Cline and Parsons, and the library has bike parking (across Parsons). * **FOOD/BEVERAGE:** Two Dollar Radio HQ is a bar and vegan cafe. Their food is 100% vegan and made from scratch, with love. They also serve a range of wine, beer, and cocktails, as well as coffees and teas. If you're able to, please consider thanking our venue by purchasing something!!

Mental Health, how do you understand it? How can you improve it? How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp. This group is hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Sunday!

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

The topic for January is "Chemistry" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!