​🎉 The year’s last and largest BBQ festival in the region.

​In collaboration with our Community Partners:

• ​Laurier Computing Society

• ​HawkHacks

• ​Waterloo Blockchain

• ​NEAR Toronto

• ​University of Waterloo Computer Science Club

• ​Business Entertainment Laurier

​Connect with key players from sectors like blockchain, AI, and venture capital. Rub shoulders with founders, developers, investors, and ecosystem partners from leading companies in the Toronto-Waterloo corridor. Whether you're seeking mentorship, funding, or collaboration, this event offers the perfect opportunity to forge meaningful connections and explore new opportunities.

​💡 Indoor pitch competition

​Have an idea? Whether you're at the starting line or already have the ball rolling, this is your chance to pitch to VCs and investors on location! Bring your pitch or demo and take advantage of this opportunity to get valuable feedback- or potentially even funding!

​🤝 Network with professionals from the SPUR ecosystem

​Meet innovators, founders, and professionals in tech, blockchain, finance, and entrepreneurship. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting, this is your chance to make lasting connections and grow your network.

​🚗 Free travel to and from the venue!

​We'll be offering complimentary transportation from Union Station in Toronto and Wilfrid Laurier University from Waterloo - enjoy the event without worrying about logistics. Check out the shuttle bus schedule below.

​🍖 Free food, drinks, and dessert!

​Indulge in a mouth-watering Afghani BBQ feast, complete with some favourite grilled dishes, paired with some refreshing alcoholic drinks and delicious BeaverTails — all free of charge for attendees!

​🎸 Live band and VR arcade

​Get ready for the best City Pop you've heard from Next Perfect Day, and play some VR arcade games courtesy of CTRL-V. Whether you want to relax with music or dive into virtual reality, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

​See you at the grill! 🍦🍗

​📅 Shuttle Bus Schedule

• ​Toronto Departure (from Union Station)

  • ​2:30 PM

• ​Toronto Arrival (at Union Station)
  This bus will depart the venue at 6:30 PM.

  • ​8:00 PM

• ​Waterloo Departures (from Wilfrid Laurier University)
  These buses will arrive at the venue 20 minutes after the departure time.

  • ​2:30 PM

  • ​3:30 PM

  • ​4:30 PM

• ​Waterloo Arrivals (at Wilfrid Laurier University)
  These buses will be departing the venue 20 minutes before the times below.

  • ​6:30 PM

  • ​7:00 PM