Celebrating and Connecting Bold Womxn
Nov
16
5:00 PM17:00

Celebrating and Connecting Bold Womxn

Join SFU VentureLabs and The Forum for an evening of community and celebration!

We are thrilled to be bringing together aspiring and inspiring womxn entrepreneurs for an evening of connection and collaboration.

Small bites will be provided as you:

  • Connect with like-minded individuals and expand your network

  • Celebrate amazing businesses of Canadian women entrepreneurs

  • Gather actionable insights and resources from bold womxn entrepreneurs who will share their journeys and learnings along the way

  • Learn more about how you can unlock resources with SFU VentureLabs, team up with WEKH to highlight your business in the ecosystem, and join the 50 - 30 Challenge;

  • Learn how The Forum builds a deeply supportive community for women entrepreneurs to help them thrive

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The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch 2022/23 Finalists - Where Are They Now?
Jun
29
12:00 PM12:00

The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch 2022/23 Finalists - Where Are They Now?

The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch 2022/23 Finalists

Where Are They Now?

A virtual event where we'll catch up with the most recent alumnae of The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch program

On Thursday, June 29 at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT, The Forum is hosting a fireside chat, and we'd love to have you there!

We'll be joined by Mehwish Panjwani and Kelly Thomson of QUIL, Mehrsa Raeiszadeh of MintList, and Carlyn Loncaric of VodaSafe.

The 2022/23 Finalists of The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch will share how they've continued to grow their businesses since the April 27 celebration, and how they've activated different types of capital to reach their goals.

RSVP to hello@theforum.ca to receive the calendar invite to save the date and join us.

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The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale
Apr
27
5:00 PM17:00

The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale

The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale is more than a celebration of three Finalists—it's an opportunity to build a future where no woman is left behind.

Let's take this opportunity to celebrate those who are soaring high with the support they've received, and to challenge the obstacles that dare to stand in the paths of women entrepreneurs.

Together, let's build a future where no woman is left behind.

Join us live at The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale on April 27 for an unforgettable evening of:

  • Celebrating women entrepreneurs

  • Connecting with community

  • Fundraising to support The Forum

We'll watch some of Canada’s most promising women entrepreneurs pitch their final business visions, and cheer them on as they each walk away with a $30,000 CAD prize package to fund their goals.

Two unique ways to support The Forum on April 27th!

1. Attend in-person at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver - our largest fundraising event of the year!

2. Watch virtually!

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The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Semi-Final
Feb
16
12:00 PM12:00

The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Semi-Final

The Forum is hosting its seventh annual The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Semi-Final event and we want you to join us!

It's free, virtual, and taking place on Thursday, February 16, 2023, from 12pm - 2pm PST // 3pm - 5pm EST.

We had 368 applicants to The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch program this year, and we're thankful to have had the support of our Community Panel in making the difficult decision to select the 15 Semi-Finalists you'll hear from on February 16.

During this event, the 15 Semi-Finalists - a group of Canada's most promising women entrepreneurs - will share their impactful business visions.

Join us in cheering for them as they pitch for a chance to move forward to the next round, where they'll receive a prize package valued at $30,000 CAD at The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale.

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Virtual Impact Event
Jan
19
12:00 PM12:00

Virtual Impact Event

Impact Event Live Q&A Webinar with Tia Upshaw, Ceo and Founder, Canadian Blk Women in Excellence Society

Join Us For Our Virtual Impact Event

In light of Mentoring Month, we're catching up with The Forum mentor Tia Upshaw, CEO and Founder of Canadian Blk Women in Excellence Society. Tia's passion for mentorship led her to create the non-profit, which provides Black women in Atlantic Canada with the support she couldn't find.

Since 2020, Tia's organization has launched workshops, seminars, mentorship initiatives, and more to help Black women entrepreneurs overcome the barriers that prevent them from succeeding.

We look forward to a lively and enlightening conversation with this tenacious serial entrepreneur and motivational speaker!

RSVP now to join us on January 19 at 12pm PST/3pm EST.

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The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale
Apr
28
4:30 PM16:30

The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale

RSVP Today! Our 6th annual The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale will take place on April 28, 2022.

We had 313 applicants to The Forum Pitch this year, and we're thankful to have had the support of The Forum Pitch Community Panel in making the difficult decision to select the 3 Finalists you'll hear from on April 28.

This event will see our 3 Finalists share their inspiring business plans for growth and impact, and one be voted live as the winner of $25,000. 

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The Forum Pitch Semi-Final
Feb
3
12:00 PM12:00

The Forum Pitch Semi-Final

Our 6th annual Pitch Semi-Final event will take place virtually on February 3, 2022 from 12pm - 2pm PST / 3pm - 5 pm EST.

We had 313 applicants to The Forum Pitch this year, and we're thankful to have had the support of The Forum Pitch Community Panel in making the difficult decision to select the 12 Semi-Finalists you'll hear from on February 3.

This event will see our twelve Semi-Finalists share their inspiring and impactful business visions, and three Finalists will be selected to move on to The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale.

Join us by tuning in live to cheer them on as they pitch to move forward to the next stage and win a chance at receiving $25,000.

Registration is FREE. Mark your calendars and we'll see you there!

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What is Money Moves Program?
May
12
12:00 PM12:00

What is Money Moves Program?

Join CEO, Paulina Cameron on a live Q&A webinar about Money Moves Program with The Forum!

About this Event

Have you heard about our Money Moves program? It is 16 hours over 7 live virtual sessions (+ bonus additional video resources) of foundational education in capital and will enable you to know precisely where to look & how to ask for funding. ⁠

Join us for a live Q&A webinar with our CEO, Paulina Cameron, on ⁠May 12, 12:00 pm PST | 3:00 pm EST where she will answer all your Money Moves program-related questions. We'll discuss what you will learn in this program, who it's for, and how you can apply for tuition bursaries to attend.⁠ ⁠

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Apr
14
12:00 PM12:00

E-Series Live Q&A Webinar

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Our E-Series Program is an intensive multi-day online program for self-identifying women entrepreneurs that want an all-encompassing education in business & entrepreneurship.

Join us for a Q&A webinar with our CEO, Paulina Cameron, on April 14, 2021 12:00 pm PST | 3:00 pm EST where she will answer all your E-Series related questions.

We'll discuss what you will learn in this program, who it's for, and how you can apply for tuition bursaries to attend.⁠

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The Odlum Brown FWE Gala: Pitch for the Purse Finale
Feb
25
5:00 PM17:00

The Odlum Brown FWE Gala: Pitch for the Purse Finale

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Our 19th Annual Gala Finale will be a 60-minute virtual show on February 25, 2021 at 5:00 pm PST / 8:00 om. EST.

The annual Pitch for the Purse is back, and we’ve got a seriously fun 60 minute Finale Show that you won’t want to miss, Thursday, February 25 at 5:00 pm. PST / 8:00 pm EST. Despite this year of distance - trust us - it won’t disappoint!

Our exciting, edge-of-your-seat program will see our three Finalists pitch their business vision (along with some not to be missed surprise cameos), and then YOU VOTE live to determine who will be the winner of the $50,000 cash prize. New this year includes $5000 each for the two finalists runner ups.

We invite you to join us and experience the FWE magic by tuning in live with your friends and family, virtually from anywhere.

Registration is FREE. RSVP now and mark your calendar for Thursday, February 25 at 5pm PST/8pm EST.

Let’s double down and get to business.

Virtually. Together. Covid ain’t stoppin’ us!

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The Value of Mentorship: Virtual Fireside Chat
Jan
26
12:30 PM12:30

The Value of Mentorship: Virtual Fireside Chat

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FWE and TD Bank are collaborating to bring you a FREE virtual event about the value of mentorship. Join us January 26, 2021 at 12:30 pm PST | 3:30 pm EST.

Hear from guest speakers and FWE Mentor Program pairing:

  • Cassandra Hui, Founder, Heal Mary

  • Alexandra Greenhill, CEO & Chief of Medical Officer, Careteam Technologies

Learn about the value of mentorship, and why it's important for the growth of yourself and your business, plus connect with the FWE community!

This event is great to attend if you're interested in becoming a mentee or mentor, or if you're already in the program and hoping to level-up your mentorship experience!

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