Finance Groups Toronto

Don Mills Financial Planning Workshop Meetup

Make smarter money moves—and enjoy **free lunch** while you learn! Join **Financial Planning & Investing 101** for an approachable introduction to financial literacy, investing, and planning for your future. Whether you’re new to investing, considering your first home, or looking to feel more confident about your finances, this event is a great place to start. **📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026** **🕙 10:00 AM–12:00 PM EDT** **📍 Suite 200, 8 Sampson Mews, CF Shops at Don Mills, Toronto** **FREE PARKING** **Meet your speakers** • **Rodney Anton** — Portfolio Manager & Senior Wealth Advisor, Evergreen Wealth Management / iA Private Wealth. • **Timothy Swift** — REALTOR® & Team Lead, Swift Sells in Your Neighbourhood, Royal LePage Signature Realty. Connect with professionals in wealth management and real estate, meet others with similar goals, and explore how financial planning relates to your homeownership journey. **Enjoy these bonus perks** • **Free lunch** provided for attendees. • A **free homebuyer guide e-book**. • A free **“You Don’t Need Real Estate Agent to Buy a Property” homebuyer e-book**. • A free **Start Smart consultation with Rodney Anton**. **Ready to join us? RSVP on Meetup and complete the event registration form:** [https://forms.gle/5qfnDAUDvMkgURt39](https://forms.gle/5qfnDAUDvMkgURt39) We look forward to meeting you!

Toronto Fractional Executives Pub Night -- November 2026

# **Toronto Fractional Executives Pub Night: Round 3!** We're back for round three! After two great get-togethers earlier this year, we're excited to bring Toronto's fractional executive community together again for another evening of relaxed, in-person networking. If you're a Fractional COO, CFO, CTO, CMO, CHRO, or another senior operator working on a fractional basis, this event is for you. It's also a great opportunity for founders and investors who work with fractional leaders to connect with the people doing the work. The idea is simple: **step away from your screens, grab a drink, and connect with people who actually get the fractional life.** ## **What to expect** * **Relaxed, pub-style networking**, no presentations, no slide decks, no panels. * **Real conversations** with experienced executives and operators. * **Ideas and insights** on fractional work, finding clients, and building a successful practice. * **New connections** that could lead to referrals, collaborations, and partnerships. No formal agenda and no pressure. Come when you can, grab a drink, and mingle. ## **Who should attend?** * Practicing fractional executives (CXOs). * Independent consultants operating at the executive level. * Experienced operators considering a move into fractional work. * Founders and senior executives at SMBs looking for fractional leadership. * VC/PE executives exploring fractional leadership for their portfolio companies. Whether you're well-established in the fractional world or just exploring the idea, come out and join us. ## **The details** **Venue:** Paupers Pub, second floor **Address:** 539 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1Y5 **Getting there:** Paupers is on the south side of Bloor, just east of Bathurst, and a short walk from Bathurst subway station. **Bar:** Cash bar, with food available for purchase. **Space may be limited, so please RSVP if you plan to attend.** **Going forward, all registrations will happen on Luma. Please don't RSVP on Meetup. Use the Luma link below:** **[https://luma.com/bmawtwxr](https://luma.com/bmawtwxr)**

Cashflow Projections: The Numbers Your Business Needs to Work

This session will teach you how to assess your numbers to determine if your business will survive. We will cover: * Costs of operation * What each sale earns after costs * How many sales it takes to break even * Building a straightforward monthly cash flow projection * Setting justifiable prices We'll work through the numbers of real businesses together before you begin thinking about your own. No accounting experience required — bring a calculator or your phone. The program includes a short networking component, providing participants with an opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs. Presented by Ryan Knight, TPL's 2026 [Entrepreneur in Residence](https://tpl.ca/programs-and-classes/featured/entrepreneur-in-residence/) (EIR) at Toronto Reference Library. **Registration via TPL website:** [https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6a99b901d94765189bb97c31](https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6a99b901d94765189bb97c31) **Drop-ins welcome until room capacity is reached.** Accessibility Live or automated closed captioning, sign language interpretation, intervenor services, or attendant services are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 2 weeks in advance to: [tpl.ca/accessibility-events](https://tpl.ca/accessibility/accessibility-supports/programs-and-events/?_gl=1*v83hy7*_ga*NDk5MDg2NTE1LjE3NjYwMDgxODQ.*_ga_G99DMMNG39*czE3NjkxMDY3NDMkbzE0JGcxJHQxNzY5MTA2ODM0JGozOCRsMCRoMA..).

RAISING CAPITAL - PLAN B WORKSHOP

Let’s face it, knowing how to raise private capital can open doors in business, real estate and the projects you’ve always wanted to pursue. Join Paul, Christian and me, Mathew, to explore a practical Plan B: keeping your home in Canada while owning an income-producing getaway in a warmer climate. A place to enjoy today and have available “just in case.” I’ll share how I raise private capital in the 2026 market to fund ventures that build wealth, create freedom and expand my options. We’ll also discuss how rental income could help cover the costs of your own warm-weather property. Join our five-hour working session on Saturday, October 24, and connect with people who think like you, see opportunities and choose to move forward regardless of outside circumstances. Bring your questions, your ideas and your goals. Let’s put your Plan B to work. The best $29 you will spend this year! Sign up here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WUX9XGDZYTCXY See you there, Mathew Frederick MyRightLife.ca [info@myrightlife.ca](mailto:info@myrightlife.ca) 289-440-2335

Fall Set Dance

**2nd Set Dance of 2026/27!** Come join us for some lively Irish Set dancing, which is akin to square dancing to Irish music. We have: \*live music -North Atlantic Drift \*snacks \*cash bar \*experienced caller -Maureen Mulvey-Leary You will: +get exercise (it's lively!) +meet great people +be well taken care of +experience Irish culture Also: -No partner needed -no fancy footwork required -free parking -TTC accessible $30 at the door, cash preferred, etransfer possible contact us for more info: [www.torontoirishsetdancing.wpcomstaging.com](http://www.torontoirishsetdancing.com/) [setdancetoronto@gmail.com](mailto:setdancetoronto@gmail.com) FB: Set Dancing Toronto

Bitcoin Bay Sauga Meetup

Join us in person to discuss Bitcoin & cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology and more. Meetup with other community members to learn, build, collaborate on projects and more. IN-PERSON LOCATION: Chuck's Roadhouse Westdale Mall, 1151 Dundas St W Mississauga ON L5C 1C9 Join our[ Bitcoin Bay WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/0HBLzxrIlUuE5E928DOHe9) for more online discussions \*\*\* When you have a moment please read the original Satoshi Nakamoto Whitepaper, that started it all: https://nakamotoinstitute.org/bitcoin \*\*\* About Bitcoin Bay: Welcome to Canada's longest-running Crypto Community. Our mission is to grow the Crypto Ecosystem globally – beginning from our home base in Canada. Bitcoin Bay is a starting point for your crypto journey. If you have something to share, you can find an interested audience. Looking to learn? you can find a great source of knowledge. Do you have a brilliant idea? You could find the perfect partners!

CANADA IS CHANGING!

## DO YOU HAVE A PLAN B? A live mid-day Saturday event for investors who want to understand their options, expand their perspective, and prepare for what comes next. ## THE QUESTION ISN'T "SHOULD I LEAVE CANADA.” It's simpler and more uncomfortable: if things keep going the way they're going, do you actually have options? For most people, the honest answer is no. The bank account, the house, the RRSP, the kids' future all of it sits in one country, exposed to one government's decisions. That's a single point of failure. You wouldn't run a business that way. You wouldn't run your life that way if you sat down and looked at it on paper. That's exactly what October 24 is for. ## THIS ISN'TANOTHER WEBINAR. Not a webinar. Not a brochure. Not a pitch from a stage. It's thirty people in a room with three investors who've each built their options a different way and five hours to ask the questions a screen can't answer. You're trapped keeping everything in one country and that's the problem. Most people think it's safe; it's the single most expensive decision they've made. How to invest in the best Canada has to offer while making the most of what the world offers too so you get both, and miss out on neither. ## WHAT YOU'LLEXPERIENCE 1\. Why Your Money Doesn't Have to Live Where You Do 2\. Raising Capital: The Rarest Skill in Investing and Why Belize Rewards It 3\. Plan B Checklist: The Escape Route Exercise ## WHAT YOU'LLWALK AWAYWITH \- A clear\-eyed read on where Canada is actually headed \- The economic and housing picture without the headlines or the hype\. \- The real playbook on second passports and residencies \- How your existing real estate skills transfer abroad \- Your own completed Plan B Checklist \- Direct access to people on the ground \- A room of people in your exact position [RESERVE MY SEAT $29](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WUX9XGDZYTCXY) [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WUX9XGDZYTCXY](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WUX9XGDZYTCXY) ## You're Not the Only One Asking These Questions Somewhere in the last few years, screens replaced rooms. “Let's grab a coffee” quietly became “let's hop on a call.” And a lot of sharp, driven people ended up working through big decisions alone. The three sessions are worth the day on their own. But the person sitting next to you might be your next partner, your next deal, or the one who's ten steps down the exact road you're starting. That doesn't happen through a screen. It happens over lunch, in the breaks, in the conversations between sessions. That's why the room is capped at thirty, why lunch is forty-five minutes instead of fifteen, and why the last half hour is left open. Real conversations need room to happen. **SPEAKERS WHO INVEST OFF-SHORE:** ## Paul D'Abruzzo - Real Estate Investor & Developer Local & international real estate developer, Airbnb & multifamily specialist, investor-focused realtor with 45+ units developed now implementing the playbook in North American and Caribbean markets. ## Matthew Frederick - Experienced Offshore Investor 42 years investing in Ontario and internationally, specialist in multifamily and raising capital, with deep experience in Belize (Placencia). ## Christian Kalb - Global Property Investor Full-time real estate investor; permanent residency in Panama, temporary residency in Paraguay, a hotel acquisition underway, and 3 passports plus 1 PR secured for his kids [RESERVE MY SEAT $29](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WUX9XGDZYTCXY) [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WUX9XGDZYTCXY](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WUX9XGDZYTCXY)

TorontoAI + AWS User Group - Demo Day

Ask Your Data Warehouse Questions With a Model You Host Yourself Short abstract (for the agenda): Please register - https://www.meetup.com/aws-ug-toronto/events/316858236/ A live demo of db-agent, an open-source text-to-SQL agent, querying a Databricks warehouse using a local LLM through Ollama. No model API, no per-question token bill, nothing leaving your network. I'll also show the guardrail that stops the agent from running a destructive query. Longer version (if they ask for one): Text-to-SQL is everywhere now. Running it on a metered model API means every question has a price, and many teams can't send schema to an outside model at all. In this demo I'll run db-agent with a local model through Ollama against a Databricks SQL warehouse on AWS. You'll see what a self-hosted model handles well, where it fails, and the read-only safety layer that keeps it from changing data. Code is open source: github.com/db-agent/db-agent

Toronto Tech Mixer and Social (Tech / AI / Data / IT) ✨

THERE IS NO WAITLIST. EVERYONE CAN JOIN. ​ Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting out, let's create the ideal afterwork place to meet and chill with other workers in tech - find that new job, expand your network, share ideas, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Let's inspire, innovate, and shape the future of technology in Toronto! Tech, AI, Data, IT, and more \~ ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Details 💰 Cost: $5 (Online only, no tickets at door) [ Link to Website ](https://techsocialtoronto.com/event/meetup) 🍺🥃 Afterwork drinks and social 📍 Paupers Pub (Inside, or ask for Social Meetup) - 539 Bloor St W 🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday ​ **Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:** 🔗 [Link to Website](https://techsocialtoronto.com/event/meetup) ​ If you cannot find us, ask staff about Social Meetup, or find a table, snap a photo and ask in the WhatsApp community above. ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Who Should Attend? Perfect for **Toronto tech professionals** including: * **Software Developers & Engineers** (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++, React, Node.js) * **Data Scientists & Analysts** (Machine Learning, AI, Data Visualization, SQL) * **Cybersecurity Professionals** (InfoSec, Ethical Hacking, Cloud Security) * **Product Managers & Tech Entrepreneurs** * **Students & Tech Graduates** looking to break into tech * **Career Changers** entering tech industry * **Remote Workers & Digital Nomads** in Toronto * **Startup Employees & Entrepreneurs** * **Digital Marketing & Product Professionals** * **Senior Engineers** looking to mentor and network \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### What You'll Experience * 🤝 **Network with Toronto tech community** * 💼 **Job opportunities** and referrals from peers * 🚀 **Career acceleration** through peer networking * 🎯 **Skill sharing** and tech discussions * 🧠 **Knowledge sharing** on latest tech trends * 🎉 **Social activities** and games * 🧠 **Learn from peers** about real-world challenges * 🚀 **Collaborate** on projects and ideas * 🎯 **Mentorship connections** (both ways!) * 🍻 **Fun, casual atmosphere** \- no matter your seniority level \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Guidelines * Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed) * Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees * Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm) * Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with the venue, we just use the space. So don't call the venue asking about our events. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ​ ​ *Toronto Canada tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers Toronto Canada tech social mixer afterwork drinks AI connect network data IT programming cybersecurity digital nomad blockchain crypto big data science computer networking community jobs entrepreneur industry product design startup software development machine learning python javascript professional networking career development it professionals developers mentorship ai sql analytics data engineering business intelligence deep learning tensorflow pytorch data visualization data analysts ml engineers***📱 Follow us:** [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tech.social.event) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tech.social.event/) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-social-event)

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FREE - Franchise Canada Show Toronto — Fall 2026 (Saturday)

Ready to become your own boss—but don’t want to build a business entirely on your own? Join fellow entrepreneurs, business builders, and opportunity seekers at the **Franchise Canada Show Toronto — Fall 2026**, Canada’s premier franchise exhibition. This free event brings leading franchise brands, experienced operators, and industry experts together under one roof at the Toronto Congress Centre. Whether you’re actively exploring business ownership or simply curious about franchising, this is an opportunity to discover proven business models, compare investment options, and get practical guidance directly from the people who know the industry best. ## What you’ll discover **Explore franchise opportunities across 60+ sectors** Meet representatives from established brands and emerging concepts in food, technology, beauty, construction, professional services, retail, and more. Explore opportunities at a wide range of investment levels and find options that match your experience, ambitions, and budget. **Speak directly with industry experts** Connect face-to-face with franchisors, successful franchisees, and experienced professionals. Ask candid questions, understand the realities of ownership, and gain insights that can help you make a confident, informed decision. **Attend free educational seminars** Learn about financing, legal considerations, marketing, operations, franchise selection, and other essential aspects of building a successful franchise business. Hear practical strategies and real-world lessons from people who have already made the journey. ## Why attend? Since 1996, the Canadian Franchise Association has helped thousands of Canadians explore business ownership through credible franchise systems. The Franchise Canada Show is the CFA’s official exhibition and one of the best places to begin—or accelerate—your search. Come prepared to learn, make valuable connections, and discover what your next chapter could look like. **Get into business for yourself—but not by yourself.** Attendance is free, but advance registration is encouraged. Reserve your place through the official Eventbrite listing: **[Register for the Franchise Canada Show Toronto](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/franchise-canada-show-toronto-fall-2026-tickets-1989674641413?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Location:** Toronto Congress Centre, Hall F, Toronto, Ontario **Official organizer:** Canadian Franchise Association / Franchise Canada Show *Please note: LeaderSHIFT and Toronto Tech Hangout are sharing this opportunity with their communities and are not the official event organizers.* **Questions or Concerns?** Need support with your LeaderSHIFT Meetup experience? [Submit a support request](https://tally.so/r/68zJZo).

FREE - Franchise Canada Show Toronto — Fall 2026 (Sunday)

Ready to become your own boss—but don’t want to build a business entirely on your own? Join fellow entrepreneurs, business builders, and opportunity seekers at the **Franchise Canada Show Toronto — Fall 2026**, Canada’s premier franchise exhibition. This free event brings leading franchise brands, experienced operators, and industry experts together under one roof at the Toronto Congress Centre. Whether you’re actively exploring business ownership or simply curious about franchising, this is an opportunity to discover proven business models, compare investment options, and get practical guidance directly from the people who know the industry best. ## What you’ll discover **Explore franchise opportunities across 60+ sectors** Meet representatives from established brands and emerging concepts in food, technology, beauty, construction, professional services, retail, and more. Explore opportunities at a wide range of investment levels and find options that match your experience, ambitions, and budget. **Speak directly with industry experts** Connect face-to-face with franchisors, successful franchisees, and experienced professionals. Ask candid questions, understand the realities of ownership, and gain insights that can help you make a confident, informed decision. **Attend free educational seminars** Learn about financing, legal considerations, marketing, operations, franchise selection, and other essential aspects of building a successful franchise business. Hear practical strategies and real-world lessons from people who have already made the journey. ## Why attend? Since 1996, the Canadian Franchise Association has helped thousands of Canadians explore business ownership through credible franchise systems. The Franchise Canada Show is the CFA’s official exhibition and one of the best places to begin—or accelerate—your search. Come prepared to learn, make valuable connections, and discover what your next chapter could look like. **Get into business for yourself—but not by yourself.** Attendance is free, but advance registration is encouraged. Reserve your place through the official Eventbrite listing: **[Register for the Franchise Canada Show Toronto](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/franchise-canada-show-toronto-fall-2026-tickets-1989674641413?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Location:** Toronto Congress Centre, Hall F, Toronto, Ontario **Official organizer:** Canadian Franchise Association / Franchise Canada Show *Please note: LeaderSHIFT and Toronto Tech Hangout are sharing this opportunity with their communities and are not the official event organizers.* **Questions or Concerns?** Need support with your LeaderSHIFT Meetup experience? [Submit a support request](https://tally.so/r/68zJZo).