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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 2d

Have a startup or a great idea? The Desjardins Startup Prize is our annual pitch competition with $100K+ in prizes!

Applications open October 14. Finalists will pitch during Entrepreneurship Week on March 5, 2026. Ready to compete?

Apply by Nov. 24 ➡️ entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/for-entrepre...

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 4d

erthos co-founders Nuha Siddiqui & Kritika Tyagi are reimagining plastics with sustainable, biobased alternatives. 🌍 From a U of T project to a $12M-backed startup partnering with global giants—discover their journey ➡️ entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/founder/erth...

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 11d

Successful entrepreneurs don’t just start companies. They solve problems. After facing a customer service overload, Mike Murchison built Ada—now a world-leading AI platform valued at $1.2B. Discover his @utoronto.ca journey & Ada’s story: bit.ly/46tcZTx

University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 17d

Allow us to reintroduce ourselves: We’re Canada’s #1 destination for research-based startups. @utoronto.ca founders have launched 1,500+ ventures, raised $14B+, and created 20K+ jobs. Ready to ignite, build, and disrupt? Do it here. bit.ly/4ms124Y

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 20d

Proud @utoronto.ca alumni Eva & Allen Lau gave $2M to launch the Eva and Allen Lau Commercialization Catalyst Prize for Innovation.
@engineering.utoronto.ca @artsci.utoronto.ca this transformational gift turns bold ideas into investment-ready ventures.
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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 20d

We had an incredible time at U of T Acceleratorfest! From connecting with 12+ accelerators & startups to hearing NordSpace CEO Rahul Goel, the event highlighted the talent, spaces & community that make U of T a hub for innovation. 💡

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 23d

A proud moment for @utoronto.ca 's startup ecosystem: Founders of Cohere, Xatoms, and NordSpace named as Maclean’s Nation Makers!
Learn more here: macleans.ca/society/the-...
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The New Nation Makers - Macleans.ca

Canada’s in its rebrand era. Meet the 40 young folks leading the charge.

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 24d

Get ready to launch your entrepreneurial journey at U of T Acceleratorfest!

Hear from Rahul Goel, founder of rocket startup
Nordspace, learn how to build your own venture and connect with U of T's thriving startup ecosystem. @utoronto.ca

Learn more & register ➡️ www.utoronto.ca/news/u-t-acc...

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"U of T Acceleratorfest Wednesday September 17. 11 - 4 p.m.
• Connect with campus accelerators
• Get to know U of T Startups
• Hear from startup founders & industry
leaders at the Desjardins Speaker Series
• Discover co-working and community space"

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · 29d

Catch the segment featuring U of T startup Kare Chemical Technologies on @CityNewsTO! Learn more about how Kare is using citrus-based byproducts to produce cannabinoids as a non-psychoactive alternative for pain relief. ➡️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pj1GdMe8_U
#BFN #ICUBE

Boosting black science and tech entrepreneurs

YouTube video by CityNews

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Aug 28

Have you registered for the headline event at U of T Acceleratorfest? The Desjardins Speaker Series "Space for Everyone" will feature Rahul Goel, CEO & Founder of NordSpace, who will offer advice & insights for entrepreneurs.

Register here ➡️ entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/event/u-of-t...
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Desjardins Speaker Series "Space for Everyone - In Conversation with Rahul Goel, CEO & Founder of Nordspace" Wednesday, September 17, 12 - 1:30 p.m.

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · Aug 22

#UofT has climbed one spot to 25th place globally in the latest edition of ShanghaiRanking Consultancy’s worldwide university ranking. 🗺️ uoft.me/bM4

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Aug 19

Get ready for U of T Acceleratorfest!

🤝Meet reps from 12+ accelerators across the tri-campus & their startups
💡Tour ONRamp, UTE's co-working space
🚀Hear from Rahul Goel, founder of NordSpace, at the Desjardins Speaker Series

Register here ➡️ entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/event/u-of-t...

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Aug 13

Toronto is at the epicentre of Canada's innovation ecosystem. Discover how @utoronto.ca has contributed to the AI and innovation space and how it plans to continue accelerating the city's tech boom ➡️ www.utoronto.ca/news/toronto...

Toronto’s tech engine: How U of T is building the future of innovation

More than 10,000 innovators recently gathered to celebrate the Toronto region’s thriving tech scene during Toronto Tech Week, highlighting the city’s status as Canada’s fastest-growing AI talent marke...

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Jul 25

Pride Pitch is an opportunity for 2SLGBTQ+ University of Toronto students, staff, faculty and general community members (Peel Region) to pitch their innovative ideas for a chance to win $10,000 in cash prizes!

Learn more and apply here: icubeutm.ca/pride-pitch/

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U of T Faculty of Arts & Science @artsci.utoronto.ca · Jul 23

#UofTArtSci alum Christopher Li is accelerating the discovery of life-saving drugs as co-founder and CEO of BioBox.

Learn more: bit.ly/3IFZ7Md

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Jul 15

Professor Emeritus Geoffrey Hinton's keynote and fireside chat with Nick Frosst (Cohere) and Nora Young (CBC) is now available to stream. 🎥

Watch the full recording of the Desjardins Speaker Series here: youtu.be/S4Tz7d0QOeE

Portrait photo of Professor Emeritus Geoffrey Hinton with on-screen text that reads "Watch the Livestream Recording. Frontiers of AI: Insights from a Nobel Laureate Desjardins Speaker Series."

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Jul 7

Huge news! Nvidia has acquired CentML, an AI efficiency startup founded at @utoronto.ca.

Co-founders Gennady Pekhimenko, Akbar Nurlybayev, and Sam Wang have joined Nvidia in senior AI software roles—a major milestone for U of T innovation.

Read the full story: betakit.com/nvidia-acqui...

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Jun 26

A big day for bold ideas at U of T.

We kicked off with Frontiers of AI—a boundary-pushing chat with Geoffrey Hinton, Nick Frosst (Cohere), and Nora Young (CBC)—then kept the momentum going at the U of T x Toronto Tech Week Lawn Party.

Startups, sunshine, and serious innovation.

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Jun 26

@desjardinsgroup.bsky.social is continuing its role as Lead Partner of U of T Entrepreneurship, building on a shared vision to support U of T’s most innovative students as they launch and grow impactful ventures across all three campuses.

Full story: entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/u-of-t-entre...

University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Jun 16

Join us for an outdoor Lawn Party during Toronto Tech Week! Right after the Frontiers of AI talk, head outside to meet U of T’s most exciting startups, enjoy light bites, and connect with Toronto’s growing innovation community.
Register here: entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/event/u-of-t...

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · Jun 9

Geoffrey Hinton and Nick Frosst join CBC’s Nora Young on June 25 for the Desjardins Speaker Series – Frontiers of AI: Insights from a Nobel Laureate, at Toronto Tech Week.

🎥 Livestream runs 3:00–4:30 p.m. ET — register now: entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/event/fronti...

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · May 28

Join Professor Alberto Galasso and Sam Mercer for CDL’s Due Diligence in IP Licensing workshop and learn how to prepare for critical IP transactions that shape early-stage startup growth.

Register now: entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/event/due-di...

University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · May 23

SpinUp marked its one-year anniversary yesterday—bringing together researchers, founders & the innovation community to celebrate an exciting first chapter. Congrats to Neuropeutics, winner of the AbbVie Biotech Innovators Award, & to all ventures in the showcase.

📸Nick Iwanyshyn, UTM

University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · May 13

Mark your calendars for an outdoor Lawn Party during Toronto Tech Week! Following the Frontiers of AI talk, connect with cutting-edge startups, enjoy light bites, and celebrate Toronto’s innovation ecosystem.

Register here ➡️ 🔗 entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/event/u-of-t...

U of T - Toronto Tech Week Lawn Party

This event is officially part of Toronto Tech Week 2025 - a weeklong citywide collection of events to connect and celebrate the builders. June

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University of Toronto Entrepreneurship @entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca · May 7

Incredible!! 👏