Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024
Global Entrepreneurship Week (external link, opens in new window) is a worldwide celebration of innovators, dreamers, and doers who dare to bring their ideas to life and make a lasting impact. Every November, millions of people from all backgrounds—students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and established startup founders—come together in one of the most significant events on the global entrepreneurial calendar. Now in its 17th year, GEW has grown into a massive movement, empowering individuals across nearly every nation to turn their ideas into reality.
Whether you're a student trying to activate your passion, or a startup founder looking to take your business to the next level, Global Entrepreneurship Week is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights, and explore new opportunities. Join us this November and become part of a global movement that empowers entrepreneurs to shape the future. Let's unleash creativity and discover new ways of doing things—for the benefit of all.
Theme: Beyond Your Comfort Zone
Our theme this year for Global Entrepreneurship Week invites you to go beyond your comfort zone and take the steps needed to start something extraordinary. It’s time to embrace new challenges, take risks, and explore uncharted territory in your personal and professional journey.
By stepping out of your comfort zone, you'll uncover new opportunities, build resilience, and unlock your full potential. Through workshops, competitions, and networking, GEW will help you break barriers, push boundaries, and start something bold. Take the leap and discover what’s waiting for you outside the comfort zone.
What’s happening this week
Throughout GEW, Zone Learning will be hosting a variety of informative and engaging programming, both online and in-person. From November 18-22, join us at events that'll ignite your entrepreneurial spirit, and don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with a community of innovators and changemakers.
(google form) Premier League (external link)
Friday, November 15
Hosted by the Innovation Boost Zone
Build unique robots using Arduino and compete in a final Premier League.
Hack the World
Monday, November 18 - Friday, November 22
Hosted by the Science Discovery Zone, Social Ventures Zone, Innovation Boost Zone, Clean Energy Zone
A hackathon empowering students to creatively solve global challenges inspired by the UN SDGs, while competing for cash prizes!
Registration closed
Shop the SLC
Monday, November 18 - Friday, November 22
Get ready to celebrate the coming winter season with TMU's largest vendor holiday market!
Hosted by the SLC
Hivemind: Sustainability...In this Economy?
Monday, November 18, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Hosted by the Transmedia Zone
An open share session on how every little choice counts, in making the world a better place.
DMZ Masterclass: AI and StoryBrand Marketing (external link)
Tuesday, November 19, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Hosted by the DMZ
Learn how to use AI in marketing, craft a compelling StoryBrand, and find your unique brand voice at this Masterclass!
Biomakerspace: Science Pathways - Pursuing Tech Innovation as a Career
Tuesday, November 19, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Hosted by the Science Discovery Zone
A mini-series introducing STEM students to the diverse career paths in research, innovation and entrepreneurship available to them.
Registration closed
The Penny Appeal Canada Social Accelerator Fund Pitch Competition (external link)
Tuesday, November 19, 2:00 - 4:30 PM
Hosted by Zone Learning
Hear from six innovative social enterprises incubated across the Zone Learning network as they pitch for a chance at the $10,000 grand prize. Bring your resume to network.
TRSM's Next Great Venture Competition (external link)
Wednesday November 20, 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Hosted by Zone Learning and Enactus
Watch as finalists present their innovative solutions, growth strategies, and impactful plans for a chance to win a total of $50,000.
Social Enterprises & Financial Return: Moving Toronto’s Social Enterprise Revolution Forward (external link)
Wednesday November 20, 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Hosted by the Social Venturea Zone
Explore Toronto's social impact future and find out what's next for Toronto social entrepreneurs.
How to Put Innovation Experiences on your CV (external link)
Thursday, November 21, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Hosted by Zone Learning
Discover how to highlight your unique, creative mindset and bring your innovative experiences to life on your resume and in interviews.
Zone Tour (external link)
Thursday, November 21, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Hosted by Zone Learning
Join us for a guided tour of our on-campus zones, where you'll explore the spaces and learn about opportunities on how to get involved.
Lab2Market Discover - Weekly Session
Thursday, November 21, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Hosted by the Science Discovery Zone
A program allowing STEM researchers in Canada to explore the commercial potential of their work and develop their entrepreneurial mindset.
Registration closed
Caffeinated Innovators
Friday, November 22, 9:15 - 10:30 AM
Hosted by the Social Ventures Zone
Join the SVZ for an impactful conversation on various topics related to entrepreneurship, social impact, and current events. Everyone is welcome!
Meet our members
Zone Learning is the destination for innovation and entrepreneurship experiences at TMU. Our members have gone on to find great success – whether as entrepreneurs or as more talented and well-rounded professionals that utilize the skills gained in the Zone Learning ecosystem.
Below, you can hear first-hand accounts of the experiences of Zone members, many of which began their journey as students. You might be surprised to see who you find!
