# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Founder Connect: Speed Networking Event
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Entrepreneurship can feel solo, but strong connections create opportunity through shared ideas, partnerships, and fresh perspectives.About this EventThis facilitated networking event is designed to help entrepreneurs connect in a structured and engaging environment. Through guided small group discussions and rotating conversations, participants will meet fellow founders, share their business ideas, and explore opportunities to support one another. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with new connections, fresh insights, and a stronger sense of community within the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.RegistrationThis event is free to join but registration is required on This program is part of Toronto Public Library’s Newcomer Entrepreneur in Residence program series and Newcomer Entrepreneurship Initiative, designed to support newcomers as they explore entrepreneurship and build practical small business skills. Participants will learn about key topics for starting and growing a business in Canada, with guidance from an experienced entrepreneur in residence. For more information and a full list of programs, visit tpl.ca/eir.Meet the Resident: Lily Akagbosu is a Product Manager and entrepreneur with a Master’s degree in Digital Product Management from Queen’s University. She has shaped and delivered products at organizations including IBM, Shopify, and the Bank of Montreal. Beyond her product work, she has built hands-on business experience through startup ventures, commerce, and consulting. Over the years, Lily has actively engaged in Canada’s entrepreneurship ecosystem through the University of Toronto’s Black Founders Network, Venture for Canada, ventureLAB, and NEXT Canada. She supports entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners from idea through launch and growth, and delivers talks on leadership and innovation.Information Collection Notice: The personal information on this form is collected by the Toronto Public Library under the Public Libraries Act, sections 20(a), 20(c), and 20(d). The information will only be used for event and program registration, delivery and evaluation. Questions about how the library handles your information can be directed to Answerline staff at answerline@tpl.ca, 416-397-5981, 789 Yonge Street, Toronto ON M4W 2G8.AccessibilityLive or automated closed captioning, sign language interpretation, intervenor services, or attendant services are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 2 weeks in advance to: tpl.ca/accessibility-events.
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- **Event Categories**: business
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Toronto
- **state**: ON
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Toronto Public Library - Deer Park Branch
- **lat**: 43.688598
- **long**: -79.3924335
- **full address**: Toronto Public Library - Deer Park Branch, 40 Saint Clair Avenue East, Toronto, Canada

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- **organizer**: TPL Programs (https://allevents.in/org/tpl-programs/22791914)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Toronto Public Library - Deer Park Branch, 40 Saint Clair Avenue East, Toronto, Canada
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 CAD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** TPL Programs
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Founder Connect: Speed Networking Event ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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