Acceleratorfest Ecosystem Tour

Overview

Curious about what happens inside one of Toronto's fastest-growing innovation hubs? Join us for an exclusive guided tour of the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus as part of University of Toronto Entrepreneurship’s Acceleratorfest! Discover the organizations, spaces, and people helping to turn bold ideas into real-world impact.

Explore collaborative spaces, labs, and innovation organizations that support founders, researchers, startups, and growing companies across technology, AI, and the life sciences. Gain firsthand insight into how ideas move from concept to commercialization and how organizations across the ecosystem work together to accelerate innovation.

Featured Organizations

• ONRamp: U of T Entrepreneurship’s co-working and community space, providing access to workspace, meeting rooms, and shared facilities. Hosts regular community programming to support connections within the campus.
• BioLabs Toronto: A platform designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential life science startups with state-of-the-art facilities connecting the global biotech ecosystem.
• Black Founders Network (BFN): An inclusive community for Black entrepreneurs, offering access to networks, resources, and mentorship to build impactful startups.
• Centre for Entrepreneurship: Primary resource for commercialization and venture creation support, focusing on accessible educational pathways to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset.

Who Should Attend

• Entrepreneurs and startup founders
• Researchers and innovators
• Students interested in entrepreneurship or innovation
• Professionals exploring Toronto's innovation ecosystem
• Anyone curious about the organizations driving innovation

Key Takeaways

• Understanding how the SR ecosystem supports innovators from idea to commercialization.
• Behind-the-scenes look at coworking spaces, prototyping facilities, and innovation labs.
• Insight into the roles of the Centre for Entrepreneurship, ONRamp, BioLabs, and BFN.
• Resources, programs, and spaces available to founders and innovators.
• New connections within Toronto's entrepreneurial and innovation community.

Event Details

• Location: Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus, Lobby, 108 College St., Toronto, ON M5G 0C6, Canada
• Register: Join here

Innovation doesn't happen in isolation; it happens in ecosystems. Discover the people, spaces, and organizations that help founders and innovators build what's next and see where your next opportunity might begin!