Acceleratorfest Ecosystem Tour
Overview
Curious about what happens inside one of Toronto's fastest-growing innovation hubs?
As part of University of Toronto Entrepreneurship’s Acceleratorfest, join us for an exclusive guided tour of the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus and discover the organizations, spaces, and people helping to turn bold ideas into real-world impact.
Explore the collaborative spaces, labs, and innovation organizations that support founders, researchers, startups, and growing companies across technology, AI, and the life sciences.
You'll gain a firsthand look at how ideas move from concept to commercialization and how organizations across the ecosystem work together to accelerate innovation.
Featured Organizations
ONRamp
ONRamp is U of T Entrepreneurship’s co-working and community space located within the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. Members have day-to-day access to workspace, meeting rooms, and shared facilities. ONRamp hosts regular community programming to support connection, including connecting members to opportunities offered within the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus.
BioLabs Toronto
BioLabs’ mission is to empower innovation worldwide by providing a dynamic innovation support platform designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential life science startups. With 22 state-of-the-art facilities spanning the globe, BioLabs is the hub seamlessly connecting the global biotech ecosystem and driving the future of cutting-edge biotech innovation.
Black Founders Network (BFN)
The Black Founders Network (BFN) is an inclusive community for Black entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey. Our mission is to provide Black founders access to the right mix of community, capital and capacity building for each stage. BFN provides access to the networks, resources and inspiration to build, fund and scale impactful startups. By recognizing systemic barriers, celebrating Black excellence and providing allyship, mentorship and sponsorship for Black founders, we are building a thriving community of Black entrepreneurs from every industry and at every stage.
Centre for Entrepreneurship
The Centre for Entrepreneurship (CfE) serves as the primary resource for the Faculty of Arts & Science community for commercialization and venture creation support. Through our venture programs, entrepreneurship education opportunities, and innovation spaces, we create accessible educational and experiential pathways that cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset and transform ideas into reality.
Who Should Attend
Entrepreneurs and startup founders
Researchers and innovators
Students interested in entrepreneurship or innovation
Professionals exploring Toronto's innovation ecosystem
Anyone curious about the organizations driving innovation
Key Takeaways
You'll leave with:
An understanding of how the SR ecosystem supports innovators from idea to commercialization
A behind-the-scenes look at coworking spaces, prototyping facilities, and innovation labs
Insight into the unique roles of the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CfE), ONRamp, BioLabs, and Black Founders Network (BFN)
An understanding of the resources, programs, and spaces available to founders and innovators
New connections within Toronto's entrepreneurial and innovation community
Event Details
Date: September 17, 2026
Time: 2:30 – 3:30 PM
Location: Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus, Lobby, 108 College St.
Register
Innovation doesn't happen in isolation. It happens in ecosystems.
Come discover the people, spaces, and organizations helping founders and innovators build what's next, and see where your next opportunity might begin.
