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[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Allow us to reintroduce ourselves: We’re Canada’s #1 destination for research-based startups. @uoft founders have launched 1,500+ ventures, raised $14B+, and created 20K+ jobs. Ready to ignite, build, and disrupt? Do it here. 📍 ➡️https://t.co/okje4z6Ysi

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

More than 20 members of the U of T community are featured in BetaKit’s Most Ambitious 2026 issue — highlighting innovators shaping the future.

See this year's honourees: https://t.co/y4iYPEz25k

[University of Toronto @UofT]

Canada can play a leading role in the next wave of AI innovation: Waabi CEO Raquel Urtasun #UofT 🍁 https://t.co/NuMfL7KX8G

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Yesterday wrapped up U of T's Signature event —Desjardin Speaker Series with Reynold Xin, Mike Murchison, and Amanda Lang on AI, data, and Canada's moment to lead.
Thanks to @DesjardinsGroup , @TOtechweek, and everyone who joined us!

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

U of T’s #TorontoTechWeek is tomorrow!
Join How to Build a $100B Company with Reynold Xin (@databricks), Mike Murchison (@ada_cx), and Amanda Lang.
Don't miss the U of T x Toronto Tech Week Lawn Party from 2-5 p.m. & connect with Toronto's tech community:
https://t.co/sXJC5jiMNb

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

U of T’s #TorontoTechWeek event is on May 26! Headlining speaker Reynold Xin, @Databricks co-founder is joined by @ada_cx CEO Mike Murchison in conversation with Amanda Lang. Don’t miss this talk on data, AI, & what Canada needs to do to seize the moment: https://t.co/sncd6Ca07l

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Join us 4-6 pm June 10 for our Almost* Summer Social, an afternoon of networking with founders, startups, accelerators, and U of T staff, plus light snacks, refreshing drinks, and great summer energy:
https://t.co/YVy5ssmFNC

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Only a few weeks away! Join our #UofT x #TorontoTechWeek event on May 26 with Reynold Xin, co-founder of Databricks, on his journey building a $100B+ company, followed by a lawn party on front campus. Save your spot & explore more Toronto Tech Week events: https://t.co/sXJC5jiMNb

[University of Toronto @UofT]

AI startup founded by #UofT alumni to revive failed drug candidates 🧫 https://t.co/4meBVbfcp1

[University of Toronto @UofT]

#UofT, government & industry partners celebrate opening of BioLabs 🔬 https://t.co/7aQeIshIgp

[Toronto Tech Week @TOtechweek]

Back with another TTW Picks of the Week 👇

Every Thursday, we’re spotlighting the events worth showing up for.

This week: company-building, AI, venture financing, and community moments across Toronto.

🚀 @ada_cx x @build_canada: What it will take to Build in Canada https://t.co/xK7BggyGCm
🚀 @UofTStartup: Desjardins Speaker Series: How to Build a $100B Company, Brick by Brick https://t.co/beZlaidrSi
🚀 @BusinessTO: NetworkTO @ Toronto Tech Week https://t.co/ogfKUxrtR4
🚀 @thebea_co: Co-Founder Connect https://t.co/aM8aoLFykR
🚀 @goclio: Clio Behind the Build: Ruby X AI Live Demos https://t.co/b8PEkGyauf
🚀 @GSPropTech: Greensoil's 2026 Summit- Why the Physical World Wins the AI Era https://t.co/DUEuOvTU2Z
🚀 @superwhisper: Superwhisper Social https://t.co/3LdgVOX1Dc
🚀 @StartupGrindTOR: Venture Financing & Term Sheet Masterclass https://t.co/fW3N87GXsf

Find your people and show up. Full calendar at https://t.co/j4owx2Sale

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Don’t miss the #UofT x #TorontoTechWeek lawn party on May 26!
Equal parts science fair and carnival, this event brings together innovators & companies driving Toronto’s tech ecosystem with light snacks from our very own U of T‑affiliated companies.
https://t.co/2eYfeirWQF

[Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) @OCInnovation]

OCI’s Inaugural Educator Innovation & Entrepreneurship Award doesn’t just recognize educators, it supports students too.

Each winner also gets to “pay forward” an additional $10,000 to support campus entrepreneurship initiatives or student entrepreneurs.

Sponsored by @alectranews and established by OCI’s Board of Directors.

👉 Nominate before April 10th: https://t.co/LkkYt66y2k

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Join #UofT at #TorontoTechWeek on May 26 for the Desjardins Speaker Series with Reynold Xin, Co‑founder of Databricks. Reynold will share how his team built Databricks from an academic research project into a business with a global footprint. Register now: https://t.co/sfyN7glOAn

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Join us March 23 at 12 p.m. for Financial Foundations for Tech Founders with Nishant Raizada from @DesjardinsGroup. Learn the core financial concepts every pre‑seed startup needs to help shape day‑to‑day decisions in growing companies.

Register now: https://t.co/muAEr8VL0N

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Last week, 1,500+ students, founders, & ecosystem leaders came together for True Blue Impact Day, part of #UofTEntWeek. The day featured 70+ startups, $100K+ in pitch prizes, and a speaker series on AI’s next big moment. Thank you to the #UofT community for making it happen!

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Congratulations to the innovative startups from the @UofT ecosystem who took home top prizes at the 2026 Desjardins Startup Prize pitch competition, part of #UofTEntWeek! Meet our winners and learn more about their upcoming innovations:

https://t.co/hYFU94L8TW

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

Innovation is happening across the #UofT entrepreneurship community. Meet 10 exciting startups to watch in 2026, advancing key sectors: https://t.co/Ub3Q6XHIy2

[University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @UofTStartup]

#UofTEntWeek kicks off today and runs through March 6, featuring 15+ events over five days that showcase innovation and highlight U of T’s entrepreneurial community. Join the conversations, meet founders, and explore what’s happening across the ecosystem: https://t.co/iZMefwpaOG

[U of T Alumni @uoftalumni]

We’re kicking off #UofTEntWeek with Wes Hall @kingofbaystreet, @UofT’s Chancellor & a Dragon on Dragons' Den. Hear why he thinks #UofT is the best place for entrepreneurs (and why we’re ranked no. 1 in Canada for startups). Learn more about @UofTstartup: https://t.co/lxE3vueEu9

[University of Toronto @UofT]

Canada’s AI future & $100K in prizes: Entrepreneurship Week spotlights #UofT's innovation ecosystem #UofTEntWeek 💼 https://t.co/xqcbWGrBBg