Startup and Small Business Events You Don’t Want to Miss in September 2014

Toronto Business Development Centre

Every month our team compiles a list of startup and small business events in Toronto and Southwestern Ontario that we’re interested in attending and think will be useful to the startup and small business community.

Some of these events may fill up fast, so if you’re interested in attending please register quickly. Events are generally free of charge, unless a price is listed. If you’re hosting an event or come across one that you think should be included here, feel free to contact us with your suggestion.

Toronto Events

MaRS Discovery District

MaRS is where entrepreneurs get the help they need, where all kinds of people meet to spark new ideas, and where a global reputation for innovation is being earned, one success story at a time.The often-free events at MaRS are ideal for start-ups, science, technology and social entrepreneurs looking to make connections and learn more about a particular aspect of business.

Event: Entrepreneur's Toolkit – Starting Lean: Business Model
When:
Session 1: September 15, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Session 2: September 22, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: MaRS Centre, 100 College Street, Toronto, ON
Price: $100

Event: Startups: Write Your Own Provisional Patent by PCK Perry + Currier
When: September 24, 2014, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Nulogy Corp, 555 Richmond Street West, Suite 900, Toronto

Event: Chinese Market Opportunties for Ontario Startups
When: September 29, 2014, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where MaRS Centre Auditorium, 101 College Street, Toronto

Rails Pub Night

This great informal social event in Toronto is perfect for anyone interested in web development. People in the industry, as well as interested recruits are able to gather in Toronto’s exciting web development and startup community.

Event: Toronto Rails Pub Night
When: September 15, 2014, 7:00 p.m. _ 11:00 p.m.
Where: The Rhino, 1249 Queen Street West (Queen & Dufferin), Toronto, ON

Startup Drinks

Startup Drinks provides an open space for entrepreneurs and small business owners to connect and share ideas. The event includes a handful of pitches from local startups, and opportunities to meet and network with attendees.

Event: Startup Drinks Toronto
When: September 24, 2014, 6:00 p.m. – late, startup pitches at 8:00 p.m.
Where: Hotel Ocho, 195 Spadina Avenue, Toronto

Toronto Business Development Centre

TBDC is an independent non-profit, non-government organization dedicated to nurturing the growth of new and emerging businesses. The Centre has been recognized at home and internationally for achievements in the field of business incubation. Over the past twenty plus years, TBDC has helped more than 4500 businesses through our various programs.

Event: Marketing & Operations: How to Get and Keep Customers (Start A Business Seminar Series)
When: September 20, 2014, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Toronto Business Development Centre, 900 – 1 Yonge Street
Price: $60 pre-paid price, $75 door price

Toronto Board of Trade

The Toronto Board of Trade facilitates opportunities for knowledge sharing, networking, business development, and city building. It is the authoritative voice of Canada’s most prominent business community.

Event: Brew New Business Contacts at The Board
When: September 12, 2014, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Beer Hall at the Mill Street Brew Pub – 21 Tank House Lane, Toronto
Price: $25 for members, $40 for non-members

CoFoundersLab

Join the largest community of more than 40,000 founders, advisers, and interns to help launch or grow your business. Choosing your co-founder is arguably the most important business decision you’ll make. Traditionally, entrepreneurs turn to friends and family when searching for business partners, but this search is often too limited in scope. Register and attend their frequent matchup events to find your co-founder!

Event: CoFounders Matchup Toronto
When: September 14, 2014, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Where: Hart House, University of Toronto

Waterloo Region

Startup Drinks

Startup Drinks provides an open space for entrepreneurs and small business owners to connect and share ideas. The event includes a handful of pitches from local startups, and opportunities to meet and network with attendees.

Event: Startup Drinks Waterloo
When: September 16, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Chainsaw, 28 King Street North, Waterloo, ON

Halton Events

Silicon Halton

Silicon Halton organizes a number of events throughout the year in the region Halton which including Burlington, Oakville, and Milton. Their monthly meetups and Peer2Peer has three main components; a key notes presentation, a get to know a member presentation, and time set out for networking. These events are catered to anyone at a startup – especially in the tech industry – that want to learn more about business best practices.

Event: Meetup #58 – Networking Un-meetup – Theme: Networking: Collaboration, Partnerships, Referrals, and Career Growth
When: September 13, 2014, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Where: Burlington Hive, 429 Elizabeth Street Burlington, ON

Hamilton Events

Innovation Factory

Innovation Factory helps advance Hamilton's innovation community and serves as an inspiring, expert resource for entrepreneurs that fosters connections across the community and accelerates growth.

Event: Summer Intensive – MaRS Workshop
When: September 23, 2014, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Where: McMaster Innovation Park, 175 Longwood Road South, Hamilton, ON

Startup Drinks

Startup Drinks provides an open space for entrepreneurs and small business owners to connect and share ideas. The event includes a handful of pitches from local startups, and opportunities to meet and network with attendees.

Event: Startup Drinks Hamilton
When: September 13, 2014, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: The Pheasant Plucker, 20 Augusta Street 2nd floor, Hamilton

Niagara Events

Software Niagara

Software Niagara was started in 2012 with the goal of organizing technology and startup events to build a community that fostered innovation and excellence in the Niagara region.

Event: DevTricks
When: September 12, 7:00 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where: Cowork Niagara, 108 St. Paul Street East, St. Catharines, ON

Startup Drinks

Startup Drinks provides an open space for entrepreneurs and small business owners to connect and share ideas. The event includes a handful of pitches from local startups, and opportunities to meet and network with attendees.

Event: Startup Drinks Niagara
When: September 23, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Mahtay Cafe, 241 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines, ON

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Startup and Small Business Events You Don’t Want to Miss in September 2014