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April 2025 Edition |
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Spring’s here and so is your April dose of events, programs and opportunities. Let’s dig into what’s happening across the ecosystem this month. |
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Announcements |
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We’re excited to welcome Sheldon McCormick as Communitech’s new CEO, effective Monday, April 14! As a founder, former COO of Properly and GM at Uber Canada, Sheldon brings deep experience in scaling companies and a strong community mindset.
He’ll spend his first weeks listening, learning and connecting with founders and their teams and the Waterloo Region community.
We'd also like to share a heartfelt thank you to Jennifer Gruber for her steady leadership during this transition. Jenn will resume her role as CFO, and we deeply appreciate her guidance.
Please join us in welcoming Sheldon!
Learn more about Sheldon.
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Tariff Townhall |
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April 14 | 12 - 1 p.m. | Virtual
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Keeping you updated in a shifting trade world
Tariff Townhall is your weekly go-to for clear, expert advice on U.S. tariffs—what’s new, what it means for Canadian businesses, and how to stay competitive in a shifting trade landscape.
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Fast Track Cities |
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Got a complex city challenge on your hands? From mobility and sustainability to service delivery and community engagement, Fast Track Cities helps municipalities tap into Canada’s top tech talent to pilot smart, scalable solutions—quickly and collaboratively. Learn more or hit reply and we’ll get you connected to the right people.
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OCI Discovery X
Hosted by the Ontario Centre of Innovation, DiscoveryX is Canada’s top innovation event—bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, and leaders from across the ecosystem to spotlight Ontario’s boldest ideas and brightest innovators.
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Learn & Connect: Maximizing your SR&ED Refund & Understanding Eligibility
The SR&ED tax credit is one of the most valuable funding opportunities for businesses investing in innovation, yet many companies miss out due to confusion around eligibility and the claims process. Through SR&ED, businesses can recover up to ⅔ of eligible salary, material, and contractor expenses for projects focused on solving technical challenges.
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Unlock Strategic Solutions: Leverage MBA Consulting for Business Success
Discover how the Lazaridis MBA Consulting Program can help tackle your business challenges with innovative, no-cost solutions. Tap into fresh thinking from top MBA talent and explore strategic opportunities to grow your organization.
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Scaling Smart: Achieve Product Market Fit
Struggling to nail product-market fit? Join Charles Plant, founder of the Narwhal Project, for a hands-on workshop built for tech founders and execs with $500K+ ARR. Learn how to decode customer needs, remove sales roadblocks and fuel real growth—with insights grounded in research and real-world success.
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Unlock European Market—Without Leaving Canada
Looking to grow your business in Europe—without the overhead? Join us for a webinar on Estonia’s e-Residency program and learn how Canadian entrepreneurs are tapping into the EU market from anywhere. Discover how to register and run a fully compliant EU-based business online, reduce costs, and scale globally with ease.
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Careers, Culture & Hiring Insights from Rocket Innovation Studio
Innovation starts with people! Join their in-person session to learn how they’re driving growth through HR, data, and tech—and get expert resume and interview tips to help you land your next big role.
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Consensus 2025
Consensus 2025 is coming to Toronto! Since 2015, it's been the go-to gathering for leaders in blockchain, Web3, and AI. This year, it lands in one of the world’s top tech and financial hubs to spark new ideas, partnerships and possibilities.
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Tech About Town by Communitech |
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Sit down with Chocolate Soup’s Dan Silivestru and P&P Optica’s Heather Galt for a convo on everything from employee recognition and AI-powered food tech to the power of mentorship, magicians, and the return of Startup Drinks. It's a fun, insightful listen for founders, foodies, and anyone who loves a good origin story.
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Coworking at Communitech |
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Are you looking for flexible workspace solutions for you and/or your team? We’ve got you covered! Hot desks and dedicated desks offer a collaborative environment and…
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24/7 building access
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Fast and secure WiFi & shared printers
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Reception and housekeeping services are here to help
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Kitchens, bottomless coffee & tea, BBQs, games room and secure indoor bike parking
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Access private phone booths for distraction-free calls
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Exclusive events & networking opportunities
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