All Events

19 Sep 2026 - 9:00 am

University of Toronto Campus - William Doo Auditorium

Future Legends! UofT Edition will challenge 500+ of Canada’s brightest university students to design innovative, real-world solutions at the intersection of sustainability and technology.

05 Sep 2026 - 11:00 am

The Quay, Toronto

The Cansbridge Fellowship Conference (CFC) 2026 marks the largest gathering in the fellowship’s 14-year history.More than a conference, CFC 2026 is an immersive experience bringing together Canada’s next generation of founders, operators, and leaders – a declaration that they are ready to think bigger, build boldly, and take on the world.

05 Aug 2026 - 6:00 pm

Montreal, Quebec

Join Ryan Wong and Startup Ecosystem Canada for Montreal Fractional C-Suite & Consultants Dinner, an intimate evening bringing together 40+ fractional executives, consultants, and service-based business owners for meaningful conversations, new connections, and referral-driven relationships.

09 Jul 2026 - 5:00 pm

Montreal, Quebec

During Startupfest week, Startup Ecosystem Canada will be hosting a Cinq à Sept Ecosystem Social, in partnership with Futurpreneur, to mark the official launch of our national city program initiative in Montréal.

08 Jul 2026 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

​Join Ryan Wong and Startup Ecosystem Canada for the 17th Toronto Fractional C-Suite & Consultants Dinner, an intimate evening bringing together 40+ fractional executives, consultants, and service-based business owners for meaningful conversations, new connections, and referral-driven relationships.

08 Jul 2026 - 9:00 am

Montreal, Quebec

From July 8–10, founders, investors, and ecosystem builders from across the country will descend on Montréal’s Old Port for 3 days of world-class programming, founder-first activations, pitch competitions with up to $1M in prizes up for grabs, and the kind of connections that actually move companies forward.

29 May 2026 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Startup Ecosystem Canada is closing out Toronto Tech Week with a curated rooftop gathering of founders, operators, and ecosystem leaders.

25 May 2026 - 1:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Kick off Toronto Tech Week with a curated VIP social bringing together Canada’s next generation of tech founders, operators, investors, and ecosystem leaders for an evening of meaningful connection and high-signal conversations.

23 May 2026 - 9:30 am

Toronto, Ontario

CUTC brings together 500+ of Canada’s most ambitious students, builders, creators, and future founders for one high-energy day of bold ideas, real conversations, and hands-on collaboration. Expect inspiring talks, meaningful connections, and experiences designed to spark what’s next.

21 May 2026 - 4:30 pm

DMZ, Toronto, Ontario

Viaka is a global platform that scouts, invests in, and supports the growth of exceptional MENA-connected and diaspora founders, while convening a trusted community of founders, investors, and operators across North America, Europe, and the MENA region.

13 May 2026 - 5:30 pm

BDC Office, Toronto, Ontario

A private, invite-only gathering at the BDC office of 55–60 Seed to Series A+ tech founders, investors, and operators coming together for a conversation around: Capital strategy, ​runway optimization, and ​debt, equity, and non-dilutive funding.

28 Apr 2026 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Fractional C’Suite, Startup Consultants & Agency Owners Private Dinner

24 Mar 2026 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Product & Pitch Teardown is a high-signal, no-fluff live event where founders get their pitches and products torn apart, constructively, by experienced operators, investors, and builders.

23 Mar 2026 - 3:30 pm

49 Wellington Street East, Toronto

Startup Grind Toronto & Startup Ecosystem Canada are partnering to bring the official CIX Warm-up Mixer. Get a head start on the conference and build connections with out-of-town investors, founders, and the local tech community.

19 Mar 2026 - 4:30 pm

Founders College 305, York University, Ontario

Startup Ecosystem Canada is launching its York University Student Club, part of a national initiative that extends its mission across campuses throughout Canada.

11 Mar 2026 - 6:30 pm

Innovation Factory, Hamilton, Ontario

To celebrate International Women’s Month, SEC, InclusifAI & Innovation Factory are co-hosting a curated investor access event, Reverse Pitch style. Join a curated room where angels and funders share how they invest, what they look for, and how founders can enter their pipeline.

03 Mar 2026 - 5:15 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Startup Ecosystem Canada partnered with UTMIST. Together, we learned from the journeys of founders from YC and NEXT Canada. The session provided valuable insights on building, scaling, and navigating the early stages of growth.

02 Mar 2026 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

This first Fractional dinner of 2026 brings together 40+ service-based professionals – Fractional CTOs, CFOs, COOs, CMOs, and consultants – for an evening designed for genuine connection and collaboration.

24 Feb 2026 - 5:30 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Pitch Teardown is a high-signal, no-fluff event where startup founders get their pitch decks torn apart (constructively) by experienced operators, investors, and pitch experts — so they can rebuild something that actually wins funding.

11 Feb 2026 - 5:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Startup Ecosystem Canada x The Product Folks unites product leaders, founders, and builders to help the next generation of startups grow. Through hands-on learning and meaningful connections with investors and ecosystem partners, the event bridges product thinking and startup execution.

28 Jan 2026 - 6:00 pm

Downtown Toronto

Kick off 2026 with Toronto’s brightest founders, investors, and builders. Build high-value connections designed to bridge the gap from “idea” to “venture.” Whether you’re raising, building, or seeking a co-founder, join us for an evening of networking.

23 Dec 2025 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

We’re bringing together founders and product managers for an intimate, working-style product teardown — a hands-on product huddle designed to surface blind spots, challenge assumptions, and leave with ideas that actually move the needle.

17 Dec 2025 - 6:00 pm

Arta Gallery, Toronto, Ontario

Join us for TechBeat + Startup Ecosystem Canada’s Holiday Mixer, in the middle of Toronto’s magical Distillery District Holiday Market, bringing together 100+ of Toronto’s startup ecosystem to ring out 2025.

28 Nov 2025 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Presented by Startup Ecosystem Canada, join us as we wrap up another year for Canada’s startup community with a holiday party that gives back.

20 Nov 2025 - 9:00 am

DLA Piper, Toronto, Ontario

MENA Rising is Viaka’s flagship global conference series spotlighting MENA-rooted founders, funders, and innovators shaping industries worldwide.

30 Oct 2025 - 9:00 am

Toronto, Ontario

A one-day event where tech’s brightest minds ignite change, showcasing strategies for Black entrepreneurs to shine on the global stage.

16 Sep 2025 - 12:00 pm

University of Toronto Campus

The 2025 University of Toronto GradFest is the official orientation event for new and returning graduate students, featuring live music, free food (including a BBQ), and games.

11 Sep 2025 - 5:30 pm

Waterloo, Ontario

​Startup Ecosystem Canada & SaaStock present Future Legends! Hackathon at the University of Waterloo.

11 Sep 2025 - 3:00 pm

Waterloo, Ontario

Join us for a fireside chat with Apaar Madan, Co-Founder of PostGrid, a tech company transforming global communication.

26 Aug 2025 - 6:30 pm

Burlington, Ontario

Fractional C’Suite, Startup Consultants & Agency Owners Private Dinner

21 Aug 2025 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Tired of fundraising black holes? Join our free live pitch event on August 21st and get real feedback from real investors.

14 Aug 2025 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

​Whether you’re in urban planning, real estate, data science, engineering, or just wondering what our cities might become, this event is for you.

29 Jul 2025 - 6:30 pm

Toronto, Ontario

11th Fractional C’Suite + Consultant Private Dinner

04 Mar 2025 - 6:00 pm

Downtown Toronto

An Open Conversation About the Future of Startups in Canada

25 Feb 2025 - 6:30 pm

400 Brant St Burlington

Fractional C’Suite & Consultants & Agency Owners Private Dinner

19 Feb 2025 - 4:00 pm

Zoom

Join us for this insightful session and gain the strategies, connections, and confidence to scale your startup.

30 Jan 2025 - 9:30 pm

Google Meet

​Best for: Software startup founders (CEO, COO & CTOs) in Canada

29 Jan 2025 - 9:30 pm

Toronto, Ontario

​Best for: Business owners in Ontario

29 Nov 2024 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Join Toronto’s tech community for networking, great food, and giving back through toy donations with CNIB

27 Nov 2024 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Co-hosted with TBDC, the GreenX Hackathon will focus on critical areas such as waste reduction, localized resource management, and innovative energy solutions, aiming to transform Toronto into a decentralized, off-grid urban ecosystem.

18 Nov 2024 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Transforming Urban Sustainability in Toronto​ Join us at the Climate xChange GreenX Hackathon, where visionaries, tech enthusiasts, and sustainability advocates unite to address Toronto’s pressing environmental challenges.

05 Nov 2024 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Batter Up! Toronto is a free pitch event designed to help founders refine their presentations and gain real-time, actionable feedback.

03 Nov 2024 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Wrap up the Elevate Festival in style with rooftop networking, great food, and inspiring connections with industry leaders.

22 Oct 2024 - 7:00 pm

Waterloo, Ontario

Foster meaningful connections over an exclusive dinner with Waterloo’s top solution-based business owners.

18 Oct 2024 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

​Join us for an exclusive event where startups can get real answers to their toughest problems. From product to marketing, finance to HR, sales to technology—this is your chance to move forward.

17 Oct 2024 - 5:30 pm

Toronto, Ontario

A pitch competition for SaaS startups at BDC offices, showcasing innovation and securing top honors.

28 Sep 2024 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Connect, compete, and collaborate with Canada’s brightest startup minds over a friendly game of poker.

24 Sep 2024 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Foster meaningful connections over an exclusive dinner with Toronto’s top solution-based business owners.

09 Sep 2024 - 3:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Enjoy an exclusive evening of networking with venture capitalists and limited partners, driving impactful connections.

30 Aug 2024 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Celebrate the achievements of Canadian startups and founders at Startup Ecosystem Canada’s flagship event honoring entrepreneurial milestones.

20 Aug 2024 - 5:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Explore cutting-edge AI trends with expert insights and unwind with a fun game of UNO.

28 Jun 2024 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Join Us To Party With The Coolest Startup Crowd!

08 Mar 2024 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Unwind and connect with members of Startup Ecosystem Canada at an exclusive pool night and meaningful conversations.

26 Feb 2024 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Experience a vibrant evening with Toronto’s B2B community, filled with expert talks, networking, and celebrations.

24 Nov 2023 - 7:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Network with Toronto’s tech leaders and give back by donating a toy to support toymountain.ca

05 Oct 2023 - 10:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Unwind and connect with members of Startup Ecosystem Canada at an exclusive pool night and meaningful conversations.

27 Sep 2023 - 6:00 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Wrap up the Elevate Festival in style with rooftop networking, great food, and inspiring connections with industry leaders.

27 Jan 2023 - 5:40 pm

Toronto, Ontario

Celebrate the launch of Startup Ecosystem Canada with inspiring speakers, networking opportunities, and an exciting vision for the future.