

ACCESS Bright Ideas Pitch 2025
Join us for an inspiring discussion, live pitches, cafe refreshments and pop-up shop.
Selected Bright Ideas Pitch finalists will pitch live at this event to a live to a panel of community leaders, entrepreneurs, and funders. Funding and mentorship will be awarded to the most promising ideas by the end of the event.
The intro and panel discussion will begin at 3 pm, followed by the pitches.
This year, ACCESS is hosting the Bright Ideas Pitch at Youthful Vengeance, a creative storefront and café in Toronto’s Queen & Ossington neighbourhood. Known for its community vibe and support for local creators, Youthful Vengeance is the perfect spot to showcase bold ideas and collaborative energy.
We're excited to welcome new and returning judges for this year's pitch: