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Flyer: What it will take to Build in Canada
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What it will take to Build in Canada

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TUE MAY 26
19:00 — 22:00
Toronto, ON
Toronto, Ontario
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About

Canadian AI is the Future. This event is a part of Toronto Tech Week; a citywide celebration of the people building what’s next. From May 26–29, 2026, founders, investors, and builders come together for hundreds of community-led events across Toronto, connecting tens of thousands of people around Canadian tech. Torontotechweek.com. Canada has, and continues to be, at the forefront of AI. Join host organizations Build Canada and Ada CX as we discuss what it will take for Canadian companies to stay one step ahead & maintain its global leadership in the AI industry. Expect sharp takes, special guests, and the kind of room where things actually get done. This one's worth showing up for. Register your interest to attend. Schedule 7:00 PM: Doors open, drinks + light fare is served 8:00 PM: Panel Discussion featuring:Lucy Hargreaves (CEO & Co-Founder, Build Canada) Mike Murchison (CEO & Co-Founder, Ada CX) 10:00 PM: Doors close Tickets must be reserved and approved before attending. Reach out to zander@buildcanada.com or Tatiana at tatiana.deabreu@ada.cx if you have any inquiries regarding ticketing. FAQ How does approval work? We review requests on a rolling basis to ensure a strong mix of roles, companies, and locations in the room. When will I hear back? Most requests are reviewed within a few days. You’ll receive a confirmation email if approved. What types of tickets are available? We offer a limited number of in-person tickets. Additional options may be released closer to the event. -- About Your Hosts: Build Canada Build Canada is made up of entrepreneurs, leaders, and motivated citizens, committed to driving Canada's growth. We work with this community to build tools for civic engagement, publish bold policy ideas, and connect ambitious people. Learn more and join the movement on our website, and be sure to subscribe to our weekly newsletter to never miss a beat. Ada CX Based right here in Toronto and with more than 550 AI Agents deployed globally, Ada is the trusted leader in agentic customer experience, transforming how enterprises engage with customers. Activated by our ACX Operating Model — a combination of technology, methodology, and expertise — enterprises can easily create and manage high-performing AI agents that deliver personalized interactions across channels. Since 2016, Ada has powered more than 6.4 billion interactions for global brands like Ancestry, Cebu Pacific, IPSY, monday.com, Pinterest, Square, and Sky, delivering extraordinary experiences at scale. Learn more at ada.cx.

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  • Members only weekdays. Public access evenings and weekends. Recent reports note operational instability and crowding — verify before relying on a long session.
Outlets
Rare
Seat
Okay
Space
Spacious
Bathroom
Yes
Calls
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  • OutletsReviewers consistently call out the lack of power/USB even at wall tables.
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Space
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Bathroom
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Calls
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  • VibeMall foot-traffic constantly leaks into the cafe.