# Event Details - **Event Name**: School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Learn from Youth Entrepreneurs. Build Future-Ready Skills. Pitch AI Solutions for Real-World ImpactAbout this EventJoin high school students from across Ontario for a one-day AI business innovation conference and startup challenge designed to inspire the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and future business leaders at the University of Toronto Mississauga. Hosted by ICUBE UTM and The Erindale Academy, the School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge gives students the opportunity to learn from youth entrepreneurs, startup founders, university innovation leaders, and industry professionals — then apply what they learn to a real-world AI startup challenge.Students may choose to participate in the full Conference + Startup Challenge, or attend as Conference Only participants to learn, network, and watch selected student pitch presentations.No prior business, startup, or AI competition experience is required — just curiosity, creativity, and the drive to learn.Who Should AttendThis event is designed for:Ontario high school students in Grades 9–12Students interested in business, entrepreneurship, AI, innovation, leadership, technology, or social impactStudents who want to build real-world skills for university and future career pathwaysStudents who want to explore the TEA × ICUBE UTM AI Business Innovation ProgramTeachers, parents, and community partners interested in youth innovation and future-ready educationWhy You Should JoinLearn from Youth EntrepreneursHear from successful youth entrepreneurs and student innovators who have real startup, pitch, grant, or funding experience. Students will gain practical insight and inspiration beyond what they can find online.Build Future-Ready SkillsStudents will develop skills in:AI literacyEntrepreneurial thinkingCommunicationTeamworkCritical thinkingProblem-solvingPitching and presentation confidenceExperience Real InnovationChallenge participants will work on an authentic AI-related business or community challenge and learn how ideas can become practical solutions.Connect with Mentors and LeadersStudents will have opportunities to connect with:ICUBE UTM representativesYouth entrepreneursStartup foundersIndustry professionalsMentorsLike-minded studentsCompete for Awards and ScholarshipsChallenge participants may compete for:ICUBE UTM Innovation Award — $500 Cash PrizeAI Business Innovation Course ScholarshipsAdditional sponsored awards and recognition opportunitiesTwo Ways to ParticipateOption 1: Conference + Startup ChallengeFor students who want to attend the conference and participate in the afternoon Startup Challenge.Participants will:Attend the AI Business Innovation ConferenceLearn from youth entrepreneurs, founders, and innovation leadersWork in teams to solve a real-world AI innovation challengeReceive mentor feedback during the challenge sessionPresent their solution to judgesCompete for awards, prizes, and scholarship opportunitiesTeam Format: 2–4 students per teamStudents may register with a team or indicate that they are looking for teammates.Option 2: Conference OnlyFor students who want to attend the conference but do not wish to compete in the Startup Challenge.Conference-only participants will:Attend the morning conferenceLearn from youth entrepreneurs and innovation leadersJoin networking and innovation exchange activitiesMeet mentors, university representatives, and industry partnersWatch selected student pitch presentations, depending on the final event formatExplore AI, business innovation, and university pathway opportunitiesRegistration DeadlineRegister by: October 31, 2026Spaces are limited. Early registration is encouraged.What to BringStudents participating in the Startup Challenge should bring:Laptop or tabletChargerNotebook or paper for brainstormingWater bottleStudent ID, if availableGuest Wi-Fi will be provided during the event.Consent & MediaParent/guardian consent is required for student participation.Photo and media consent will also be collected during registration. Photos and videos may be taken during the event for school, partner, and promotional purposes.Sponsorship OpportunitiesWe welcome sponsorship and partnership support for:Student awardsAI platform or token creditsTechnology resourcesMentorshipEvent materialsFuture student scholarshipsOrganizations interested in supporting youth AI innovation and entrepreneurship are welcome to contact the organizing team.Questions?For event inquiries, please contact:The Erindale AcademyEmail: info@teacademy.caPhone: 905-232-1576Website: www.teacademy.caAgenda🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 PMSign-in & NetworkingInfo: Students, speakers, mentors, judges, and guests arrive. Participants check in and connect before the program begins.🕑: 09:30 PM - 12:00 AMAI Business Innovation ConferenceInfo: Students will hear from youth entrepreneurs, startup founders, university innovation leaders, and industry professionals. The morning conference will introduce students to AI, entrepreneurship, innovation, startup pitch experience, community impact, and future-ready skills. Topics highlights: AI and the future of business Youth entrepreneurship stories Startup pitch experience Innovation and community impact University pathways and business innovation opportunities🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PMLunch & Startup Challenge BriefingInfo: Lunch is sponsored by The Erindale Academy. During this session: The challenge case will be introduced Students will watch an example of an effective pitch Judging criteria will be explained Challenge rules and expectations will be reviewed Students may ask questions before the challenge begins🕑: 12:30 AM - 04:00 PMAI Startup Challenge, Mentorship & Pitch PresentationsInfo: Challenge participants will work in teams to develop AI-powered entrepreneurial solutions to a real-world business or community challenge. During this session, students will: Analyze the challenge case Develop an AI-driven solution Build a simple business model or implementation plan Prepare a short pitch Receive mentor feedback Present their ideas to judges The final pitch format will be confirmed based on the number of registered teams. Depending on registration, teams may present in one shared round or in smaller judging groups. Conference-only participants may join networking and innovation exchange activities during the challenge period and may be invited to watch selected pitch presentations.🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PMAwards & Closing CeremonyInfo: Awards, scholarship recognition, closing remarks, and group photo. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mississauga/school-20-ai-business-innovation-conference-and-startup-challenge/100001993545359836 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Contests, Business, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-11-14T14:00:00Z - Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes - Location: 多倫多大學密西沙加分校 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Mississauga - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: 多倫多大學密西沙加分校 - **lat**: 43.5482599 - **long**: -79.66268409999999 - **full address**: 多倫多大學密西沙加分校, 3359 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8e87d9aaaabdc9ffee509bbe7aa517acea66d5f301ea4145eb84c0e92f53dcc9-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787617938 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge being held? - **A:** School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge takes place on Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 14 Nov, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 多倫多大學密西沙加分校, 3359 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge? - **A:** School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge is organized by The Erindale Academy. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "School 2.0 AI Business Innovation Conference & Startup Challenge", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8e87d9aaaabdc9ffee509bbe7aa517acea66d5f301ea4145eb84c0e92f53dcc9-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787617938", "startDate": "2026-11-14T09:00:00-05:00", "endDate": "2026-11-14T16:30:00-05:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/mississauga/school-20-ai-business-innovation-conference-and-startup-challenge/100001993545359836", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "多倫多大學密西沙加分校", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "3359 Mississauga Road", "postalCode": "L5L 1C6", "addressLocality": "Mississauga", "addressRegion": "ON", "addressCountry": "CA" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "43.5482599", "longitude": "-79.66268409999999" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Learn from Youth Entrepreneurs. 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