OWIT-Toronto upcoming events

Canadian Innovation Week 2026 (Tuesday, November 03, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

From November 3–5, CanCham Monterrey will bring together three days of conversations connecting Mexico with Canada’s innovation ecosystem.

This year’s program will explore Canadian perspectives and technologies across key areas including:

- Artificial Intelligence
- Advanced Manufacturing & Augmented Reality
- Digital Twins, Simulation & Smart Cities
- Startups, Venture Capital & Internationalization
- Emerging Technologies & Business Innovation

November 3–5: Virtual morning sessions
November 5: In-person closing event & networking in Monterrey

View the full program and register here.

SCCC Webinar Economic Outlook 2027 (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Trade rules are being rewritten. What will 2027 bring for business between Canada and Sweden? Join us for an insightful panel discussion.

Join us online for a forward-looking panel on what lies ahead on trade between Sweden and Canada.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026
4:00 – 5:00 PM (CET) | 10:00 – 11:00 AM (EST)
Online

In 2025, Canada and Sweden entered into a Strategic Partnership, connecting two like-minded nations, NATO Allies, and trading partners, and committing them to a political framework to increase trade. Is it a match made in heaven? Maybe. But it needs concerted effort, long-term thinking, and the input of business to make it a reality.

For businesses on both sides of the Atlantic, the partnership creates a political platform for deeper commercial, industrial, and research ties, and the impetus to create something that will last and secure certainties in this more volatile global business climate.

Join us online for a forward-looking discussion from both sides of the Atlantic, brought to you by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Sweden and the Swedish-Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

Building on Global Affairs Canada’s latest State of Trade report, the panel will cover investment conditions, the markets that are moving, and the commercial opportunities opening up between our two economies.

You’ll hear from Global Affairs Canada, together with two leading business publications: Dagens Industri; Sweden’s leading business daily, and The Globe and Mail; Canada’s national newspaper.

Leave with fresh insight into the year ahead. Members and non-members alike are warmly welcome, and we look forward to seeing you online.

Speakers:

Mélanie Raymond, Chief Economist and Director General, International Economic Relations, Global Affairs Canada
Tim Kiladze, Finance and Capital Markets Columnist, The Globe and Mail
Viktor Munkhammar, Columnist, International Economy and Trade, Dagens Industri

Moderator:

Ted Gruetzner, Vice President, Energy, Environment & Resources, Global Public Affairs

Interested? Register below and you’ll receive all the details, including the link to join online.

We hope you can join us!

CQCC 11th Annual Black & White Gala (Friday, November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

✨ Just two weeks to go until CQCC’s 11th Annual Black & White Gala: In Full Colour!
As we count down, we’re looking back at some of our favourite moments from last year’s Gala. From our incredible award finalists and unforgettable entertainment to a packed dance floor, there was so much to celebrate, and we can’t wait to do it all again!
Join us on November 13 at The Carlu in Toronto for another incredible night celebrating our community.
Still need your tickets? There’s still time to join us! Visit queerchamber.ca/gala.
#CQCC #CanadianBusiness #QueerBusiness #BusinessLeadership #Queer
FR : ✨ Plus que deux semaines avant le 11e Gala annuel noir et blanc de la CCQC!
En attendant le grand soir, nous replongeons dans quelques-uns de nos moments préférés du Gala de l’an dernier. Des finalistes remarquables, des performances mémorables et une piste de danse pleine d’énergie… quelle soirée! Nous avons hâte de remettre ça avec vous!
Joignez-vous à nous le 13 novembre au Carlu, à Toronto, pour une autre soirée mémorable à célébrer notre communauté.
️ Vous n’avez pas encore vos billets? Il est encore temps de vous joindre à nous! Visitez queerchamber.ca/gala.
#CCQC #EntrepreneuriatQueer #AffairesAuCanada #Leadership

75th Anniversary Celebration of the British Canadian Chamber of Trade & Commerce (Monday, November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

75th Anniversary Celebration of the British Canadian Chamber of TradE & Commerce

Mon, Nov 16

The National Club

The celebration will bring together distinguished leaders from government, diplomacy, industry, and the business community to recognize the Chamber's legacy and to look ahead to the next chapter of Canada–UK economic cooperation.

Time & Location

Nov 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

The National Club, 303 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5H 2R1, Canada

About the event

BCCTC 75th Anniversary Gala

Celebrate the Past. Connect for the Future.

Join the British Canadian Chamber of Trade & Commerce (BCCTC) for a special evening celebrating 75 years of connecting businesses, fostering trade and investment, and strengthening Canada–UK commercial relations.

The 75th Anniversary Gala will bring together business executives, entrepreneurs, government representatives, diplomats and distinguished members of the business community for an evening of celebration, meaningful networking and business connection.

We are delighted to welcome The Honourable Victor Fedeli, Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and Fouzia Younis, MBE British Consul General in Toronto, as special guests. More special guests to be announced.

For seven and a half decades, the BCCTC has provided a trusted platform for Canadian and British businesses to build relationships, explore opportunities and expand internationally. As we celebrate this important milestone, we look not only at our shared history, but also at the new opportunities shaping the future of Canada–UK economic cooperation.

A New Chapter for Canada–UK Business

The global business environment is evolving rapidly, making trusted international relationships and strong business networks more important than ever.

With the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) now in force between Canada and the UK as of September 1, 2026, businesses have new opportunities to expand trade, investment and partnerships across Canada, the UK and the wider Pacific region—alongside the existing Canada–UK trade agreement.

The BCCTC remains committed to helping Canadian and British companies connect, enter new markets, build strategic partnerships and turn trade agreements into real business opportunities.

Come celebrate this important milestone, meet fellow business leaders and be part of the conversation about the next chapter of Canada–UK business relations.

Celebrate the past. Connect for the future.

We look forward to welcoming you as we celebrate 75 years of partnership—and the beginning of the next 75.

Reception • Dinner • Networking • Celebration

Monday, November 16, 2026

6:00 PM | Formal Wear

The National Club 303 Bay Street, Toronto

Tickets

BCCTC Members: $250 | Non-Members: $300

Organization Partners: $275 Special Partner Rate for:

EUCCAN – European Chambers of Commerce

THCC – Toronto Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

The Loyal Societies of Toronto

Sponsorship opportunities are still available.

For sponsorship information, please contact idalia@bcctc.ca.

BUY TICKETS

75th Anniversary Celebration of the British Canadian Chamber of Trade & Commerce | BCCTC

European Chambers Networking Night (Tuesday, November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

European Networking Event - BCCTC 75th Anniversary

Tue, Nov 17

Duke of York Pub

As we celebrate 75 years of fostering and strengthening the commercial partnership between Canada and the United Kingdom, the British Canadian Chamber of Trade & Commerce is delighted to mark this milestone in the company of our valued friends and colleagues from the European Chambers...

Time & Location

Nov 17, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Duke of York Pub, 39 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 1B2, Canada

About the event

Join us as we celebrate this remarkable anniversary with an evening of great conversation, new connections, and shared success. Together, let's raise a glass to 75 years of collaboration—and to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

Participating organizations:

Belgian Canadian Business Chamber

British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce

Canada Finland Chamber of Commerce

TICKET LINK

European Networking Event - BCCTC 75th Anniversary | BCCTC

BCCC Women in Business Mission to Brazil (Sunday, November 22, 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce (BCCC) is organizing the Brazil–Canada Women in Business Mission 2026 from November 21–27, a delegation that will connect women leaders from Canadian companies with Brazil’s dynamic business ecosystem. Through executive meetings, industry briefings, networking events, and site visits, participants will gain firsthand market insights while building relationships to strengthen commercial ties between Canada and Brazil.

OWIT members are eligible for an exclusive 50% discount on the cost of attendance, reducing the fee to CAD $500 for registrations by September 15, 2026 and CAD $1,000 after.

Find more information, including the full agenda and application form, here.

SAVE THE DATE: The Future of Trade (Thursday, December 03, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Save the date!

Join OWIT Toronto on Thursday, December 3, for “The Future of Trade: How AI breakthroughs will change the landscape.”

We’re delighted to welcome guest speaker Danielle Goldfarb, an expert on the digital economy and international trade, for a timely conversation over lunch and a festive holiday toast.

11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Bennett Jones LLP, First Canadian Place, Toronto

Thank you to Bennett Jones for hosting!

Registration details to follow—mark your calendars!