Demystifying Early‑Stage Financing: VC vs Angel
2026-02-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | KN L1215
About Ben (Co-founder @ Capita, Community Lead @ Fresh Founders)
Ben co-founded Capita, the agentic law firm for startups and SMEs. Backers include Drive Capital, Hyperplane VC, Fresh Founders, and tech execs in San Francisco, New York, and Tel Aviv. Ben leads Community at Fresh Founders, an invite‑only network of high‑achieving young entrepreneurs in Canada and the U.S. He is a lawyer‑turned‑founder with operator experience supporting hundreds of founders with incorporations, equity, fundraising, and commercial work.
About Capita
Capita is an agentic law firm that uses the latest technology to democratize corporate legal services for entrepreneurs. AI agents and expert lawyers deliver fast, reliable help on:

Incorporations and clean cap tables
Founder and employee equity, ESOPs
Fundraising docs such as SAFEs, notes, and priced rounds
IP and assignment hygiene for university spinouts
Commercial sales contracts, MSAs, and vendor compliance

What this event is about
A practical session for students, PIs, grad students, any members of the community interested in building a company. The talk removes jargon and shows how to raise smart money while protecting founder interests.
You will learn

Where the first 500K to 2M usually comes from
Angels vs VCs. How they evaluate, how fast they move, and what they expect
SAFEs vs priced rounds and how terms affect dilution and control
Spinout‑ready IP and assignment basics that investors expect
A simple investor readiness checklist you can use immediately

PITCH With a Twist - Celebrating International Women's Day
2026-03-04 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | Innovation Complex, 3359 Mississauga Rd, Mississauga, ontario, L5L 1C6, Canada
Join us on March 4th, 2026, to support women entrepreneurs at Pitch with a Twist, a competition dedicated to breaking down barriers and celebrating innovative ideas from diverse voices. In honor of International Women’s Month, this event will highlight the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of women-identifying innovators.
Experience inspiring ventures as finalists showcase their startups at interactive booths, allowing judges and attendees to engage directly with these talented entrepreneurs. The event will also feature a panel of women-identifying judges who will evaluate each startup.
Attendees can look forward to exceptional speakers sharing their journeys and insights, offering valuable lessons in entrepreneurship. This is a unique opportunity to network with leading companies and immerse yourself in the excitement of entrepreneurship in action.

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-04-13 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, April 13th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-04-27 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, April 27th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-05-11 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, May 11th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-05-25 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, May 25th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-06-01 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, June 1st at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-06-08 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, June 8th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-07-06 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, July 6th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-07-20 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, July 20th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
2026-07-27 10:00 - 11:30 (Africa/Abidjan) | Online Event
A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs.

We are excited to announce that Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-summer. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures.
In these virtual sessions, you will be provided with an excellent opportunity to:

Have tea and hear insights from experienced business mentors
Network with fellow Indigenous entrepreneurs
Develop and refine your business ideas
Discuss barriers to economic development and challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs in the Greater Toronto Area

The first virtual session will take place on Monday, July 27th at 10:00AM EST via Zoom Communications. The Zoom link information will be sent to you shortly after you register. More dates will be released soon.Don’t miss this chance to take your business to the next level. Reserve your spot today by registering through the Eventbrite link above.
We look forward to seeing you there!
