Host: The Thoughtful Co. + The51

When: Friday, March 3, 12:00pm - 1:00pm MT

Where: Online via Zoom

For: Everyone

Cost: FREE for Financial Feminist Members, $10 for non-members

Host: Untangle Money + The51

When: Monday, January 23 2023, 12:00 - 1:00pm MT

Where: Online via Zoom

For: Everyone

Cost: FREE for Financial Feminist Members, $10 for non-members

The51 has teamed up with Kristine Beese, CEO of Untangle Money, to bring you a one-of-a-kind budgeting workshop designed to help you develop thoughtful financial goals and an intentional budget for 2022. Learn more and register here!

Host: Peer Guidance + Jade Alberts

When: Wednesday, January 18, 2023, 9:30am MT

Where: Live on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube

Join Movement51's Executive Director, Danielle Gifford, and The51's Senior Associate, Chelsea Gillett, on the Telling It Like It Is podcast. They will be sharing their experiences in venture capital and entrepreneurship and taking live questions from the audience (you)!

Watch Live:

LinkedIn: Jade Alberts

Youtube: Peer Guidance

Facebook: Peer Guidance

Host: Institute of Corporate Directors

When: Wednesday, January 18, 2023, 8:15 - 10:00am MT

Where: Webinar

This event will focus on what boards need to consider, think about, and manage in governing within these increasingly uncertain times for all enterprises through a moderated panel discussion.

The51's Co-Founder and Co-CEO Judy Fairburn will be speaking alongside other expert panelists! Register and learn more here.

Host: Asian Canadian Ventures Collective (ACVC)

When: Wed, January 18 2023, 5:30 PM – 8:30PM PST

Where: BCIT Downtown Campus, Vancouver, BC

For: Everyone

Yuan Shi, Principal of The51's Food and AgTech Fund, will be joining the Asian Canadian Venture Collective's upcoming panel on what venture capitalists are looking for in 2023.

Host: The51
When: Thursday, December 15, 3:30 - 4:30pm MT

Where: Online via Zoom
For: Everyone ❤️

Celebrate a year of building the Financial Feminist™ economy as we recap our highlights, biggest accomplishments and proudest moments. Registration is free, and everyone is welcome. If you have a Financial Feminist™ friend in mind, pass this link forward to them!

Learn more HERE.

Host: Fund Principal, Yuan Shi, & GP, Alison Sunstrum

When: Friday, December 2, 10 AM - 12 PM EST

Where: Toronto IQ Offices - 2nd floor, 150 King Street West

Whether you are a founder who would like some feedback, a member of The51's community, or an industry member who would like to connect, we invite you to join us!

The open office hours will be hosted by The51's Food + Ag Tech Fund Principal, Yuan Shi, at Toronto's IQ Offices on December 2nd from 10 AM - 12 PM EST.

This is an informal event, so feel free to stop by for a short or a long time.

Host: Public Policy Forum
When: Wednesday, November 30, 2022, 5:00pm - 7:30pm EST

Where: Shaw Centre, Ottawa, ON
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

Since 2006, Public Policy Forum has hosted an annual Fall Lecture to explore the critical role the public service plays in preserving a resilient and vibrant Canadian society.

The51’s Co-Founder and Co-CEO Judy Fairburn will be joining in on the discussion. We welcome you to register and hear leaders from across Canada speak about innovation.

Host: MaRS Discovery District

When: Wednesday, November 30 - Thursday, December 1

Where: Toronto, ON (In-Person & Virtual Passes Available)

Connect with innovators on the frontlines of climate action. MaRS Climate Impact brings together the world’s foremost tech and finance leaders to speed up the adoption of climate solutions.

The51's Food + AgTech Principal, Yuan Shi will be attending and speaking at this conference. Join and say hi!

Host: Edmonton Rainforest Alberta Summit

When: Thursday, November 24, 8:30am - 4:00pm

Where: Edmonton Convention Centre

Join us at the 7th Annual Edmonton Rainforest Alberta Summit. We will collectively and collaboratively build upon previous Summits that have told the story of the entrepreneurial journey within the Edmonton ecosystem, but this time through the lens of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Host: The51
When: Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Where: Platform Calgary, Calgary, AB
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

Join The51, a Financial Feminist(TM) Platform and Venture Capital Firm, for a morning of conversation, networking and financial feminism as they bring together women investors to discuss how diversifying the funding system benefits founders of all genders while driving the innovation economy in Calgary and beyond.

Host: Canadian Women's Network & Lawson Lundell LLP

When: Monday, November 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm MT

Where: Suite 1100, Brookfield Place

Join us for a networking Happy Hour as part of Calgary's Innovation Week!

Expand your network, meet other founders and women in tech, and learn how to access CWN's growing community of over 600 members across Canada.

Host: Start Alberta & ATB
When: Thursday, November 17, 2022

Where: The Grand Theatre, Calgary, AB
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

The 5th annual Start Alberta Tech Awards powered by ATB will recognize 10 individuals and organizations for their success and contributions to Alberta’s innovation ecosystem, and for making a significant impact in the province’s tech sector.

We’re a proud sponsor of the Woman in Tech Award and hope you’ll join us on Nov.17 when we announce this year’s winner!

Host: Vancouver Hardware Meetup
When: Wednesday, November 16 at 5:30-8:00 pm

Where: Vancouver, BC
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

Join the conversation between local leaders and entrepreneurs who are working to build a sustainable future through AgTech. This event features a panel discussion on agriculture technology and food system resilience as well as networking opportunities. Yuan Shi, Principal of The51’s Food & AgTech Fund will be speaking at this event. We invite you to join us and say Hello!

Host: VentureLab
When: Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Where: Markham, ON or Virtual
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

Join us November 9th at VentureLabs HardTech, Canada's premier hardware technology-focused conference⚡
The51's Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Shelley Kuipers, will be speaking on optimizing tech talent along with industry experts! You can join in person or online.

Host: Women’s Healthy Ageing Innovation Summit
When: Tuesday, November 8, 2022 - Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Where: California, US
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

The intention of the Women’s Healthy Ageing Innovation Summit is to draw attention to a pivotal life stage and drive the industry to extend its innovation to the unmet needs of women across menopause, perimenopause, and beyond.

Shelley Kuipers will be a part of the Selection Committee at this summit and will be involved in selecting start-ups and pioneering groups to present and share their story in a room full of 200+ leaders, and strategic and corporate partners in Women’s Healthy Aging Innovation. Make sure to say hi if you’ll be there!

Host: The51 & Shelley Kuipers
When: Tuesday, November 8th, 8:00am - 12:00pm ET

Where: Ace Hotel, Toronto, ON
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

The51 is headed to Toronto, and Co-CEO Shelley Kuipers is holding open office hours at the Ace Hotel. If you have burning questions about investing, financial feminism, entrepreneurship, or simply want to say hi, join Shelley for a cup of coffee on November 8, 2022, between 8am and 12pm ET.

This is an informal event, so feel free to stop by for a short or a long time.

Host: Farm Credit Canada, the Nova Scotia Farm Loan Board, TELUS Agriculture
When: Thursday, November 3, 2022 - Friday, November 4, 2022

Where: Halifax Convention Centre, Halifax, NS

For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

The conference brings together keynote international speakers, national thought leaders, and regional industry experts to share insights on making agriculture in Nova Scotia more sustainable and resilient.

Yuan Shi, Principal of The51’s Food & AgTech Fund, will be giving a presentation on Supporting Women in Agri-Tech at this event. We invite you to join us and say Hello!

Host: Banff Venture Forum
When: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Where: Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, Banff, AB

For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

The Banff Venture Forum, Canada’s premier company financing event, exists to provide the hottest emerging technology companies with unparalleled visibility and an opportunity to showcase to leading private equity and venture capital investors from across North America.

Alison Sunstrum, GP of The51’s Food & AgTech Fund, will be speaking at the Agtech panel event on October 26.

Host: Haskayne School of Business
When: Monday, October 24, 2022 - Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Where: Canmore, AB

Learn more HERE

The Global Business Futures Summit will bring together 100 decision makers and top managers from across Canada, the United States and Mexico to connect and work through the challenges they’re facing. The event will begin with a keynote address meant to set the stage for moderated, peer-to-peer discussion on three big challenges leaders are facing now: sustainability, global resiliency and North American regional development.

Shelley Kuipers will be attending this event as a part of the top managers in North America.

Host: Calgary Chamber of Commerce

When: Thursday, October 20, 2022

Where: Calgary, AB

For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

Elevate: Small Business Summit brings together entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators for a day of captivating conversations and thought-provoking content. Judy Fairburn joins other thought leaders as a panelist on How businesses can build resiliency during times of uncertainty.

Host: Alberta Female Founders, Funders, and Fortifiers (ABF4)

When: Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Where: Calgary, AB

For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

The Alberta Female Founders, Funders, and Fortifiers (ABF4) is hosting a breakfast event with a Women in Sustainability theme. The event features a keynote with BDC's President and CEO, Isabelle Hudon, and women in sustainability panel. We invite you to join us and say Hello!

Host: IEFA Toronto Global Forum
When: Monday, October 17, 2022 - Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Where: Toronto, ON
For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

The Toronto Global Forum is an international conference fostering dialogue on national and global issues. It is held under the auspices of the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA).

Alison Sunstrum, GP of The51’s Food & AgTech Fund, will be speaking at this forum alongside heads of states, central bank governors, ministers and global economic decision-makers. Hear Alison speak as a panelist on How automation and technology are transforming the farming industry on October 19. The Forum also offers exclusive opportunities for business meetings aimed at promoting partnerships among major Canadian and international corporations.

Host: SOCAP2022
When: Monday, October 17, 2022 - Thursday, October 20, 2022

Where: San Fransisco, CA

For: Everyone

Learn more HERE

SOCAP convenes the largest and most diverse impact investing community in the world. This is the largest, action-oriented gathering where investors, entrepreneurs, and social impact leaders come together to accelerate progress against the world’s toughest challenges through market-based solutions.

Shelley Kuipers will be attending this event. We invite you to join us and say Hello!

Host: Black Canadian Women in Action

Guest: Yuan Shi
Where: Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel by APA
When: Friday, September 30th - Saturday, October 1st
For: Everyone

What: The event will help showcase Black entrepreneurs and businesses, alongside connecting with potential investors, key players in the field and decision makers in the business industry. Yuan Shi, Principal of The51's Food + AgTech Fund, will be speaking on the “Financing Your Business” panel at the BCW Expo on Friday alongside Sade Laleye, Popoola Akande, and Maria Teresa Vano.

Host: Women in Capital Markets (WCM)Guest: Shelley Kuipers
Where: Virtual
When: Tuesday, September 27, 2022 @ 12 PM MT
For: Everyone

What: Join us for a dynamic conversation with Shelley and Kristina as they share insights from their careers and the work The51 is doing to help advance access to capital for women and gender-diverse founders.

Access to this event is complimentary!

Speaker: Danielle Gifford

When: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 - Thursday, September 22, 2022

What: We are proud to partner with Elevate Festival, returning to Toronto this Fall! Danielle Gifford, Movement51's Executive Director, will be speaking alongside some incredible guests. Join us at this arts and tech conference that will feature 8+ stages, speakers, a Block Party, an NFT Art Gallery, networking, & more! Some of the highlighted speakers for this years event are Astronaut Chris Hadfield, world-class athletes Venus Williams & Andre DeGrasse, and Founder Michele Romanow!

For: Everyone!