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Parliamentary Society of Toronto

Ever sat through a meeting and wondered why someone said “I move to table this motion” or “point of order”? Join the Parliamentary Society of Toronto for a hands-on introduction to the rules that govern effective, fair meetings everywhere — from city council to your local condo board. Whether you're a community volunteer, a board member, a student, or just curious about how formal meetings actually work, this session is designed to be approachable for complete beginners while still offering value to those with some experience. **Society meetings cover:** 1. The basics of Robert's Rules of Order and The Standard Code of Parliamentary Procedure 2. How motions, amendments, and voting actually work 3. Common meeting scenarios and how to handle them

History of Aviation: Air Wars (LECTURE ON THE GO)

**The Toronto History Walks Explorer Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** **for more information or for signing up!** We have an amazing "Lecture on the Go" series for 2026. New topics and fascinating stories abound! Join us and learn about the world and keep active and warm and cool during the winter and summer months! I started this walking classroom when we were under that horrible cloud called Covid. This series was popular and helped people get back into society and life. **This is part two of the Aviation series that will debut in August 2026 with the Lecture on the disaster at Tenerife**! The "Lecture on the Go" Series is open to members who have purchased the YEARLY MEMBERSHIP PASS, it's free for those members. If you wish to attend a lecture and you are not a yearly pass member then the price **per** lecture is $20.00. In this second part of *History of Aviation: Lecture on the Go* series, we move from the daring pioneers of early flight into the era when aviation truly changed North America forever. By the 1920s and 1930s, airplanes were no longer just fragile machines flown by adventurers. Air mail routes connected distant cities, passenger airlines began appearing across the continent, and aircraft designers pushed technology forward at a breathtaking pace. The skies over North America became a laboratory of innovation, where speed, distance, and reliability improved year after year. It was an exciting time filled with record-breaking flights, famous pilots, and the growing belief that aviation would shape the future. The Second World War transformed aviation more dramatically than anyone could have imagined. Aircraft became central to modern warfare, leading to what many historians call the first true “air wars.” Massive bomber fleets crossed oceans, fighter aircraft battled for control of the skies, and radar and engine technology advanced at incredible speed. Companies like Boeing and Lockheed Martin grew alongside the military demand for aircraft production. Air power became a decisive force, changing military strategy forever. Yet even during wartime, aviation inspired people with stories of courage, skill, and technological achievement that captured the imagination of the public across North America. Canada also played a remarkably important role in the growth of aviation during this era. The Canadian aviation industry expanded rapidly during the war years, building training schools, manufacturing aircraft, and supporting Allied operations across the Atlantic. Programs such as the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan turned Canada into one of the world’s great pilot-training countries. Canadian companies like de Havilland Canada became known for designing rugged aircraft capable of operating in harsh northern conditions. Bush planes and bush pilots like Max Ward (Wardair) opened remote regions of the country, connecting isolated communities and supporting exploration, mining, and medical transport. Aviation helped shape modern Canada in ways that many people today rarely stop to consider. After the war, aviation entered the jet age and North America became the focus of global aerospace innovation. Commercial air travel exploded in popularity as families could suddenly cross the continent in hours rather than days. Airports expanded into enormous transportation hubs, while military aviation evolved into the era of supersonic fighters, strategic bombers, and space exploration. The story of aviation in North America is ultimately a story of ambition, and invention, a reminder that humanity has always looked toward the sky and imagined what might come next. But this story has plenty of mystery and thrills, so come aboard and take to the skies. So if you love to fly then this is your boarding pass! In this lecture on the Go, Upcoming topics in the 2026 series: \*Philosophy 1: Great Minds of the Western World: Goethe to Kant! - (August 2026) \*Philosophy 2: Great Minds of the Eastern World: Chuang Tzu to Dalai Lama - (July 2026) The 1977 Disaster at Tenerife - (August 2026) Legacy of Triangle: How a New York Factory Scandal changed North America - (September 2026) History of Aviation (September 2026) So book your plans now! This event is for all levels and walkers, there are a few steps here and there to navigate, but mostly on one level. This event in a non-walking event. The lecture begins on the steps of Old City Hall at the northeast corner of Bay Street and Queen Street West, and has a ticket price of $20.00 per person, but **free with the yearly membership pass**. **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket amount when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**

Green Drinks Toronto

Hosted by [Green Drinks Toronto](http://www.greendrinks.org/ON/Toronto): *We will have a lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, students, government and business. Come along and you'll be made welcome. Just say, "are you green?" and we will look after you and introduce you to whoever is there. It's a great way of catching up with people you know and also for making new contacts. Everyone invites someone else along, so there’s always... a different crowd, making Green Drinks an organic, self-organising network.* *These events are very simple and unstructured, but many people have found employment, made friends, developed new ideas, done deals and had moments of serendipity.* *GLOBAL: Now active in over 350 cities worldwide!*

Sunset Paddle (Kayak or SUP) & Social @ Keating Channel Pub

Toronto Real Estate Meetup

Join us for an evening of learning and networking at the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast's Toronto Meetup, sponsored by Sherwin-Williams. Whether you are new to real estate investing or looking to enhance your skills, this event is designed for all levels of experience. Our group of seasoned real estate agents, investors, and entrepreneurs will share their knowledge and insights on topics such as mortgages, property management, and investment strategies. Connect with like-minded individuals in the Toronto real estate community and gain valuable industry connections. Learn from successful investors, benefit from real estate networking opportunities, and discover the keys to successful entrepreneurship in the competitive market. Don't miss out on this event tailored to help you take your real estate investing game to the next level.

THUG Equinox-kickoff edition!

As a **special-edition\* THUG event**, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Houdini Usergroup event on Monday September 21, to kick off the week of Equinox! Stick around Tuesday and Wednesday for workshops, presentations and physical interaction of the like-minded! We will of course be having presentations Monday night as well -- covering RBDs and COPs -- AND there will be a special giveaway! Pick up an H22 tshirt and your very own FLIP plushy :)) Please RSVP so we get enough food+drink for everyone. Else... we'll see you there! For Tuesday and Wednesday registration, click [here](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/houdini-hive-equinox-tickets-1996727885857?aff=odeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=181bf58c2b) to register. \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- *\*we will return to Thursday default setting; Monday only for this occasion!* \*\*presentation schedule of speakers will be posted in due time :)

Language Exchange & Social Event @ Madison Ave Pub by Toronto Babel

We’re back for another night of great conversation, community, and global connections. Whether you want to practice English, learn a new language, or simply make new friends from around the world, this is the place to be! ✨ **What to Expect:** ✅ Language Exchange 💬 – chat in French, Spanish, Korean, Japanese, and more! ✅ Live Music & Resident DJ 🎵 – groove while you mingle ✅ Fun Board Games 🎲 – challenge a new friend ✅ Arts & Crafts 🎨 – get creative ✅ Make New Friends 🗣️ – the more, the merrier! 📍 14 Madison Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 2S1 🕖 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Come solo or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with new connections, good laughs, and even better vibes 💬✨🫶 💵 $5 Entry Fee at the Door This helps cover meetup essentials like games, name tags, stickers, and all the little things that make our events magical ✨ **CONTACT:** Terry (Organizer) 📲 E-transfer also available: tmg8@wealthsimple.me 🔗 Meetup: [https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel](https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/torontobabel](https://www.facebook.com/groups/torontobabel) 💬 WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/EYMdUw8XaxE5irFSNg5bt7](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EYMdUw8XaxE5irFSNg5bt7) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/t.o.babel](https://www.instagram.com/t.o.babel) 👉 Check out our calendar to see what other events we have coming up and to RSVP: [https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel/#calendar](https://www.meetup.com/TorontoBabel/#calendar) **Note:** Toronto Babel is a friendly, welcoming, and safe space for all attendees. This is a language-focused event and not a dating or matchmaking event. Any form of harassment or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. If you experience or witness any issues, please inform one of the organizers. #TorontoBabel #LanguageExchange #TorontoEvents #ToDoToronto #LearnEnglish

Birds of Prey and Eagle Watch

**Bald Eagles over the Scarborough Bluffs!** Fall raptor (hawk) migration is underway, and Friday's conditions are shaping up beautifully for a potentially exciting movement of hawks and other birds of prey. We'll be watching the skies for **Bald Eagles**, along with Ospreys, hawks, falcons and whatever other surprises migration sends our way! Join me for a relaxed three-hour raptor watch at beautiful **Rosetta McClain Gardens**, one of Toronto's best locations for watching migrating birds of prey as they move along the Lake Ontario shoreline. The forecast conditions for Friday look very promising for raptor movement, and we'll be watching the skies for **Bald Eagles, hawks, falcons, Ospreys and other birds of prey**. You never quite know what will appear during a hawk watch, and that's a big part of the excitement. One moment the sky can seem quiet and the next we're watching several raptors moving past us. And it won't just be about hawks! Rosetta McClain Gardens is a beautiful park and an excellent place for **songbirds and butterflies** during fall migration. We'll spend some time exploring the gardens and surrounding areas looking for warblers and other migrating songbirds, while keeping an eye out for Monarchs and other butterflies. One of the nice things about raptor watching is that **we don't have to start at the crack of dawn!** As the morning warms up and conditions improve, raptors begin taking advantage of rising air and favourable winds, making late morning an excellent time to watch the skies. This will be a casual and friendly outing. **You don't need to be an experienced birder.** If you're interested in birds, wildlife, photography or simply spending a few hours outside with other nature lovers, you're very welcome to join us. **When:** Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. **Where:** Rosetta McClain Gardens, Scarborough Bluffs **Cost:** **FREE!** Bring binoculars if you have them, a camera if you enjoy photography. Come out for a few hours and let's see what migration brings us. **Hawks, Bald Eagles, Ospreys, warblers, butterflies and hopefully a few surprises!** I look forward to meeting you!

AI Meetup with Snowflake, CircleCI

Important Notes: Register on the [AICamp](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2026091614) is required for admission. RSVP on meetup is turned off. **Description:** Welcome to the AI meetup in Toronto. Join us for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and Agent, hands-on experiences on code labs, workshops, and networking with speakers and fellow developers. **Tech Talk : Validate Your Code at the Speed You Generate** **Speaker:** Ryan Hamilton (Senior Developer at CircleCI) **Abstract:** In this talk, I will walk through what the data actually says about the AI-era SDLC: what broke, why, and what a new infrastructure pattern looks like. I will cover the validation bottleneck in concrete terms (including a new metric, the Merge Efficiency Ratio), explain why running AI agents through legacy CI creates compounding cost and latency penalties, and discuss the emerging solution stack — Chunk sidecars for inner-loop microbuilds, a CLI rebuilt for agent-first feedback, and an MCP server that brings CI context directly into your coding agent. **Speakers/Topics:** Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: [Submit Topics](https://forms.gle/JkMt91CZRtoJBSFUA) **Sponsors:** We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 10,000+ AI developers in Toronto or 500K+ worldwide.

Mobile and Modern AI Observability

Join us for exciting talks about mobile observability and cool demos on observing AI applications! We have two new speakers with exciting new content. **Again special thanks to Nokia and Mark Prosser for hosting us at their downtown office.** **Agenda:** 6:00-6:15 PM: Arrivals and introductions 6:15-6:40 PM: Talk 1 6:40-6:45 PM: Q&A 6:45-7:20 PM: Talk 2 7:20-7:25 PM: Q&A 7:25-8:00 PM: Wrap-up and networking **Talk 1: Mobile Observability - Ben Joseph (Grafana)** **Talk 2: Modern AI Observability - Aishlee Kailey (Grafana)**

ULTIMATE FRISBEE All Genders Welcome! No Experience Necessary!

Shoot with the NEW Sony FX5 - Hosted by River Sheppard

### Shoot with the NEW Sony FX5 - Hosted by River Sheppard September 10, 2026 **Time:** 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm **Location:** Henry's Church St., Toronto Join filmmaker and YouTube creator, River Sheppard, as he leads a hands-on demo using Sony's new FX5 camera. No registration is required, just show up to join this hands-on experience!