THE ODLUM BROWN FORUM PITCH SEMI-FINAL

Toronto

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THE ODLUM BROWN FORUM PITCH SEMI-FINAL

Toronto

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Connecting founders, funders, and supporters to fast-track impactful growth

We’re thrilled to announce that The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Semi-Final is coming back to Toronto.

Together, we’ll watch some of Canada’s most promising entrepreneurs share their business visions. Then, we’ll directly invite our nationwide network of entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals to get involved and support their growth.

That means that after you’ve heard pitches from the Semi-Finalists, you’ll be able to connect with them on potential investment opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations.

February 11, 2026
Toronto

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What to expect

When you join us for The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Semi-Final, you’ll:

Gain insights and learnings from incredible business leaders who are bringing their visions to life despite the personal and systemic challenges they’ve faced.

Activate your support and explore potential investment opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations that align with your goals.

Explore our Entrepreneur Showcase, where you’ll meet more entrepreneurs in The Forum community, find out how they’ve built their businesses, and shop from them.

Leave feeling inspired, with a fiercely supportive community supporting your growth.

Cheer on the Semi-Finalists and find out which three Finalists will be moving forward to The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale.

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What folks have to say about our events

SF Testimonials

“I'm a big fan of Forum events because every one I've attended has brought me new connections and opportunities to grow my business, while introducing me to successful, inspiring entrepreneurs who share their expertise and what they've learned along the way.”

“Starting a business can be a lonely experience but being surrounded by others in the same position and supported by industry experts has made the task going forward seem a little less daunting.”

“Above all, the welcoming and supportive community fostered from beginning to end was what I most appreciated.”

“The Forum lives up to its mission of fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence. I left with a sense of confidence and connection to a helpful resource.”

“Inspiring, innovative, amazing people.”

“Inspiring, supportive, value… Loved this event, thanks for having me!”

“To make space for connection amongst the daily grind has been the most rewarding use of time in our early growth.”

“It is so inspiring to sit in a room with so many women taking on a similar journey!”

“No egos, just women who supported each other at all stages of their journey and cheered each other on!”

“It was a kind of energy that I didn't even know was missing from my entrepreneurial journey.”

“What a great networking opportunity. I was able to connect with, meet and do business with a couple of entrepreneurs that I met while participating in The Forum. Individuals I probably would not have met otherwise. I recommend connecting with the community.”

“The energy in that room was so supportive and positive.”

The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Semi-Finals Program

5:00pm | Opening Reception and Entrepreneur Showcase

6:30pm | Welcome

6:45pm | Semi-Finalist Pitches Begin

8:10pm | Announcement of Finalists

8:15pm | Networking

9:30pm | Close

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Meet the Semi-Finalists

These incredible entrepreneurs are one step closer to receiving up to $90,000 in financial, community and wisdom capital to fund their business visions!

MEET THE SEMI-FINALISTS

Help The Forum support the next wave of Canadian changemakers

As a national registered charity (#861056646 RR0001), we rely on donations to connect entrepreneurs, like the Semi-Finalists, to the programming, resources, and community that they need to thrive.

When you make a donation, you’re directly supporting self-identifying women, trans-femme and non-binary entrepreneurs.

We appreciate any amount you are able to give and will provide tax receipts for all donations of $20+. You can donate via Eventbrite check out, or avoid all processing fees by donating directly through our website.

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Interested in sponsoring or becoming a patron?

When you sponsor, purchase a table as a Patron, or buy a ticket to next year's event, you’re providing a donation in support of self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs.

For all sponsorship inquiries, or to reserve a table for next Spring, click below to learn more or contact lisa@theforum.ca.

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